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September Classes @ OXFORD DOG SPORTS

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Puppy Power – 6 weeks long

Start Dates:
Saturday, August 31st at 12:30 PM
Thursday, September 5th at 7:00 PM 
Tuesday, September 10th at 6:00 PM
Monday, September 23rd at 7:00 PM

Puppyhood is a very powerful time in your dog’s life, during this time your puppy takes in the most information in his life. Your puppy is learning every minute of every day whether you are teaching him or not. Puppy Power addresses life skills that will help your puppy grow to be a well-adjusted Canine Citizen who will be a great family member in your life.

Puppy Power will cover all the basics include attention/focus, polite leash walking & greetings, /safe doorway behaviour, sits and downs, boundaries and place training and coming when called.
Prerequisite – None

Level 2 Obedience – 6 weeks long

Start Dates:
Wednesday, September 11th at 7:00 PM
Tuesday, September 24th at 7:00 PM

This course builds on Puppy Einstein and Level-1 Puppy. In Level-2 we are consolidating learning and taking all skills to the next level. In this course we will refine leash walking to include heeling, increase distractions, extend duration on stays, and continue to solidify the come cue.
Prerequisite – Puppy Power, Level 1 Obedience or Equivalent

Rally Obedience – Level 1 – 6 weeks long

Start Date:
Thursday, September 5that 5:30 PM

This class is an Introduction to Rally Obedience, and the first step in becoming a full-fledged Rally Dog. In this class we will be using UKC Level1 signs as well as CKC Novice signs. We will break down signs, and teach new skills needed for success at this level as well as practice courses.
Prerequisite – Previous Rally Training, Obedience level 2 or equivalent

Rally Obedience – Level 2 & 3 – 6 weeks long

Start Date:
Thursday, September 5th at 6:30 PM

In this class we will be using UKC Level 2, 3 as well as CKC Advanced and Excellent signs. In this class we will break down signs, teach new skills needed for success at these levels and practice signs in courses.
Prerequisite – Previous Rally Training and or UKC Rally 1or 2

Evaluation Prep Class – STAR/CGN/SPOT – 6 weeks long

Start Date:
Tuesday, September 10th at 8:00 PM

This class prepares you and your dog for upcoming testing such as C.G.N (Canine Good Neighbor), S.P.O.T. (Socialization Pet Obedience Test), and S.T.A.R. Socialization Temperament Assessment Review.

Exercises in the previously mentioned evaluations will be broken down, reviewed, and practiced during classes. Dog Handler Teams will have the chance to complete the S.T.A.R evaluation at the end of this session. Prerequisite: Obedience Level 2 or equivalent

Country Rat Race - Cubs/Scouts (Level 1) – 4 weeks long

Start Date:
Wednesday, September 11th at 7:00 PM

CUBS/ Scouts is an Introduction to this all-new sport and is appropriate for dogs with NO previous rat sport experience. The purpose of CRR is to demonstrate a dog’s vermin hunting ability in a country setting. CRR tests the dogs hunt drive, combined with ability to work effectively with handler as a team. Dog-Handler Teams will be Tracking the scent of rats and will be on the hunt to find them.

This outdoor Rat Sport will prove to be fun for Dog-Handler Teams. All Breed International Performance Events is proud to introduce COUNTRY RAT RACE (CRR). This NEW sport has been developed by ABI for all breeds of dogs who enjoy Rat Sports. Elements of Urban Rat Race, Barn Hunt, Earth Dog, Trailing & Locating and Tracking have been used in the development of this new sport.
Prerequisite – None

Country Rat Race – Huntsman/Hunt Master (Level 3 & 4) – 6 weeks long

Start Dates:
Wednesday, September 18th at 10:30 AM (Mixed skills, level 2 and higher)
Thursday, September 19th at 6:30 PM

Country Rat Race Huntsman is the 3rd level of Country Rat Race and is best suited for Dogs and Handlers who have previous experience with Advanced Trailing and Locating, Urban Rat Race, Barn Hunt and or earth dog.

The purpose of CRR is to demonstrate a dog’s vermin hunting ability in a country setting. CRR tests the dogs hunt drive, combined with ability to work effectively with handler as a team. Dogs Handler Teams will be Tracking the scent of rats and will be on the hunt to find them.

This outdoor Rat Sport will prove to be fun for Dog Handler Teams. All Breed International Performance Events is proud to introduce COUNTRY RATRACE (CRR). This NEW sport has been developed by ABI for all breeds of dogs who enjoy Rat Sports. Elements of Urban Rat Race, Barn Hunt, Earth Dog, Trailing& Locating and Tracking have been used in the development of this new sport.
Prerequisite – Country Rat Race Scouts/Huntsman

Urban Rat Race - Rookie – 4 weeks long

Start Dates:
Wednesday, September 4th at 8:00 PM
Thursday, September 5th at 12:15 PM

Urban RAT Race is a new and exciting program to determine the abilities of all breeds of dogs to indicate that they have located a rat in an “urban” environment. This sport is in a nutshell Nosework meets Rat Sport. Urban RAT Race ROOKIE is the 1st level of Rat Race classes and is well suited for dogs who have no previous Rat sport experience. So much fun for dogs and handlers.
Prerequisite – No previous Rat Sport experience needed.

Urban Rat Race – Mixed Skills (Explorer/Detective/Investigator) – 6 weeks long

Start Date:
Thursday, September 5th at 11:00 AM

This class is best suited for dogs who are currently competing at these levels of Urban Rat Race or are getting ready to move into these levels. Dog Handler teams will have the chance to practice challenging hides to better prepare them for competing at these high levels of competition.

This class will be facilitated by trainers who are currently judging these levels of Urban Rat Race Competitions. Prerequisite – Urban rat Race Explorer

Urban Rat Race – Challenge Games – 5 weeks long

Start Dates:
Saturday, August 31stat 1:30 PM
Monday, August 26th at 8:00 PM
Monday, September 9th at 8:00 PM

The new Urban Rat Race Challenge titling events are proving to be just that, a CHALLENGE. This class is designed for dog/ handler teams who want to step up heir game and qualify more often and earn those Challenge Titles.

In this class, we will practice skills needed to be successful in Fantastic-5, The Ten, Junk Yard, and the brand-new team event. This class is facilitated by your Urban Rat Race Judges who have lots of insight to share, it's sure to be a fun-filled learning opportunity. Drop-in spots may be available based on enrollment.
Prerequisite; Urban Rat Race Adventurer

Dog Sport Sampler – 4 weeks long

Start Date:
Monday, September 23rd at 6:00 PM

Finished puppy and/or basic classes? Wondering what to do next? Try our Sport Sampler class. Each week you will be introduced to and have a chance to 'sample' a different sport. A great way to find out what sports you and your dog love. At the end of this 5-week class you will have a good idea of your dog’s talents and where to start on your dog sport journey.
Prerequisite - Obedience Level 2 / or equivalent

Intro to Nosework – 4 weeks long

Start Dates:
Saturday, August 31st at 11:00 AM
Tuesday, September 10th at 8:00 PM
Tuesday, September 17th at 2:30 PM

For dogs brand new to Nosework, no experience is required. The dogs will be introduced to scents used in UKC, CKC and SDDA competitions. Handlers will earn how to teach their dogs to find odour and indicate. Dogs and handlers in this class will be working on containers.
Prerequisite – None

Novice Nosework – 6 weeks long

Start Date:
Tuesday, September 17th at 6:00 PM

Building on the Nosework skills from the previous level, we will increase the challenge for the Dogs. In this class we will move towards larger search areas, and distractions. Dogs and handlers will continue to refine handling skills needed to effectively read your dog with confidence. We will work towards small area searches in this class. When weather permits we will do exterior & vehicle searches.
Prerequisite – Intro to Nosework or equivalent     

Advanced/Superior Nosework – 6 weeks long

Start Dates:
Thursday, August 22nd at 1:00 PM
Wednesday, September 11th at 8:00 PM

Building on the skills from Novice/ Intermediate Nosework, we will increase the challenge for the Dogs. In this class we will move towards larger search areas, multiple finds, and multiple distractions. Dogs and handlers will continue to refine handling skills needed to effectively read your dog with confidence. When weather permits, we will do exterior &vehicle searches.
Prerequisite – Novice or Intermediate Nosework

Masters / Elite Nosework – 6 weeks long

Start Date:
Wednesday, September 18th at 7:00 PM

This class is best suited for dogs working at or looking forward to working at the master’s level and getting ready for the Elite level of Nosework. This class has been designed to challenge dogs and prepare them for high levels of Nosework.
Prerequisite: Advanced / Superior Nosework or equivalent

Vehicles/Exterior Nosework – 6 weeks long

Start Date:
Tuesday, September 17that 7:00 PM

Exteriors and Vehicles are often the most challenging of the elements for many dogs and handlers. This class is well suited for dogs who are trialing in Vehicles and exteriors or are getting ready to do so. Our focus will be on skill building and refining handling skills needed to be successful in these elements. This class will be suitable for dogs working Novice - Elite.
Prerequisite – Novice Nosework

Intro to HD – 4 weeks long

Start Date:
Tuesday, August 20th at 6:00 PM

A fun and great challenge for you and your dog. Handler Discrimination is a separate stream of Nosework. Dogs are tested to see if they can recognize and indicate that they have found a glove scented by YOU. In this class we will start at the Novice level and work our way up to get you trial ready.
Prerequisite: Advanced / Superior Nosework or equivalent

Intro to Lost & Found – 4 weeks long

Start Date:
Tuesday, August 27that 8:00 PM

We are very excited to be offering this NEW Nosework sport at ODS. Lost and Found is taking Handler Discrimination to the next level, Dogs and handlers will use HD and Nosework skills to search, locate and indicate that they have found a previously scented items in an area.

Lost and Found is underdevelopment by All Breed International Performance Events as a new sport scheduled to launch late 2023 or early 2024.
Prerequisite: Intro to HD

Scent Dog Sport Sampler – 4 weeks long

Start Date:
Wednesday, September 4th at 6:00 PM

Are you wanting to start your dog in scent sports but are just not sure where to start? Then this class is ideal for you! Each week you will be introduced to a scent sport and have a chance to try it on and see if it’s a good fit for you and your dog. The sports that, will be featured are Nosework, Urban Rat Race, Lost & Found and Country Rat Race. By the end of this class, you will have a good idea of where your dog’s talents are in scent dog sports and where to start.
Prerequisite – None

Supporting the Anxious Stressed-Out Dog – 6 weeks long

Start Date:
Monday, September 16that 6:45 PM

Just like us, dogs experience stress and anxiety. Just like us that anxiety can be disabling, making their lives difficult, prevent them from being able To do activities of daily living and impede the dog’s ability to participate in fun activities and sports. In a dog's world anxiety means a constant expectation of the worst happening, an impending sense of doggy doom and gloom. In this class we will help owners through observe and identify what stress looks like for their dogs.

Owners will then be taught techniques individualized to their dog. T-Touch strategies will be used to help dogs and owners reduce anxiety and stress.
Prerequisite – None

Loose Leash Walking – 6 weeks long

Start Date:
Thursday, September 12th at 6:00 PM

If you have said, he is so good in class but once we are outside, he is a nightmare then this is the class for you! This class is for dogs and puppies who completed Obedience 2, Obedience 3 or equivalent successfully but are still having challenges generalizing skills on walks at home.

This class will be held outside at ODS: rain or shine. Loose Leash Walking will provide dogs and owners the opportunity to practice loose leash walking without pulling and other obedience skills with the support of your trainer.
Prerequisite: Obedience 2, or equivalent

Intro to Show Handling – 6 weeks long

Start Date:
Thursday, September 5th at 7:30 PM

Participants will be instructed on how to prepare and present their dog for conformation competition as an owner-handler. In addition to practicing ring procedure with your dog, classes will include some instructional content with topics geared to the needs of participants (handling basics, what to expect, what equipment to have, how to find/enter shows, showmanship, etc.).

ALL levels of experience are welcome to join this class to practice with young dogs or to get some ring time in preparation for shows. We will get you ring ready.
Prerequisite – None

Intro to Tricks/Tricks Mixed Skills – 6 weeks long

Start Date:
Monday, September 23rd at 8:00 PM

Trick training is a fun, playful way to bond with your dog. Trick training provides many benefits: cognitive work which provides mental exercise, help build muscle tone and stamina, increased flexibility, balance, and concentration, as well as a boost in your dog's confidence in him or herself and you.
Prerequisite – Basic Obedience