Practice quick crosses and careful threading of your dog to the correct jumps and tunnels. There’s not much room in the setup, so you need to be clear and decisive in your handling. Beth (setup) Betty Susan ??? Please remember to print and bring the layout and maps to practice.

Following up on the Snooker workshop, you can practice strategizing and proof your concept in the field. Cardinal rule of thumb: Try to design a flowing path for your dog. There are a couple of handouts about Snooker included as well, so don’t forget to download them. who signed up: Jessica (4:30 setup) Please remember to print and bring the … Read More

These exercises do not present a familiar entry to the weaves, but they do offer a chance to test just how much your dog understands weave entries. You may want to lead out from the initial jump at first to guide your dog. Add distance as your dog gains confidence. Who has signed up? [Name (time)]Jessica (4:30 – 5:00 Early/Course … Read More

It may just be 4 jumps and a table, but these two serpentine exercises will keep you on your toes and happy for a pause at the table. Who has signed up: Heather – will be there close to 5:30.Betty – likely earlyBeth – for setup (4:30) Please remember to print and bring the layout and maps to practice.

A straight tunnel both divides this sequence in half and, as the centerpiece, threatens to lure any dog off course. The obstacles strewn around that tunnel beckon as well. That’s why it’s critical for you to practice your skills at reconnecting with your dog as he exits the tunnel and quickly redirecting him the way you want him to go. … Read More