RALLY TRAINING
INFORMATION

Commitment

We ask you to make a commitment to training – a commitment to your dog… to check out the resources and take time to train each day.  Great things can happen when we work together as a team with your dog!

 

Training

We believe in fun, reward-based coaching... because it works!  Our training classes help pups learn how to live in our world, while enjoying their life as a dog.  We don’t use or condone intimidation or punishment.

 

• Arrive at the hall 5 minutes early – this will help your dog to settle before the class starts.

• Keep your dog onlead at all times, unless you are asked otherwise by a trainer.

• Let’s presume that your classmates don’t want other people or dogs in close proximity – this includes when you enter and exit the venue.  Please ask kids not to approach other dogs without a Trainer’s permission.

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Bring to each class:

• Lots of small reward treats - bring a few training pouches, each containing a different tasty food such as cooked meat or cheese, cut into very small pieces

• Training pouches should fit in your pocket or round your waist, and be easily accessible

• Your dog’s favourite toy (no squeakies please and ball toys should have handles)

• A platform (if you use one - we will have some available in class)

• Long-lasting edible chew, or food-filled toy (for example, a Kong™)

• Dog towel, if it’s wet outside

• Dog water bottle / container

• Your dog!  Wearing a flat collar, walking lead and harness (if used).  No retractable or slip leads.

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We will provide:

• Seating for attendees

• A mat for your dog to lie on

• A goodie bag at your first class

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Recommended Further Reading

• 'Dog Sports Skills' by Denise Fenzi

• Kennel Club Rally Regulations (link available in your online resources)

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Notes

• If you can’t attend a training session, let us know as soon as possible, as we tailor each class to the attendees.

• If you are displaying any symptoms of Covid-19 or other infectious illness, are waiting on the results of a test, or have been asked to self-isolate – please do not attend training and let us know immediately.

• If your dog is injured, in season or ill, they may not be well enough to train – ask your vet for advice and contact us before the training session.

• Throughout training, handlers are fully responsible for their dogs.

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Children

• We welcome children to our events and encourage them to participate in training. 

• All kids under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. 

• If possible, bring someone else to look after children under 8 years old, so you can concentrate on your dog.

• Young kids can become bored, so it’s best if they bring something to play with, to help them sit quietly. ​

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Current Government health guidance will be followed.