When we’re planning a run, we often focus on the “ideal” path for the dog and where to make crosses. This segment of a challenging Baithlon Jumpers course will force you to consider the off-course obstacles that might lure your dog and how to manage these traps. It’s a reminder that you need a certain “environmental awareness” on course beyond … Read More

A jump box allows you to practice all sorts of handling skills in a small space, including crosses and managing 270˚ turns and pinwheels. Two jump boxes provide double the fun. Plan your runs carefully and try building skills by attempting longer or trickier sequences. Signup and see who else has signed up at https://bit.ly/ARFF_Practice

You’ll try various approaches to and exits from the teeter and deal with a straight tunnel under the A-frame. Signup and see who else has signed up at https://bit.ly/ARFF_Practice

This segment of an AKC Premier course offers practice on all three contacts, managing a tricky tunnel entry, and getting to a backside after a triple. Signup and see who else has signed up at https://bit.ly/ARFF_Practice

To develop true, independent performance of the weaves, your dog needs to learn how to nail the correct entry every time, no matter where he’s coming from or where you are. The first exercise helps you decide on the line you want to set your dog on to enter the weaves. The second exercise presents challenging weave entries in a … Read More