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AKC Competitive Obedience - Problem Solving Class (MG) (Members Only)
with Meredith Garrett
This class is designed for AKC Obedience competitors.
Prerequisites: Handlers must have titled any dog at the CD level. Dogs entered in this class do not have to have a CD title.
Note: Students are expected to help set up and break down class equipment.
AKC Competitive Obedience - Problem Solving Class (MG) (Non-Members)
with Meredith Garrett
This class is designed for AKC Obedience competitors.
Prerequisites: Handlers must have titled any dog at the CD level. Dogs entered in this class do not have to have a CD title.
Note: Students are expected to help set up and break down class equipment.
Agility (Intermediate) - Improving Handler & Dog Skills (DB) (Members Only)
with Deanna Bullock
This class is not for beginner dogs and continues from Foundations Groundwork 104 for teams preparing to compete at Novice level. This class will include short sequencing of obstacles in both standard and jumper courses which will be split between two rings. Course maps will be provided.
Note: Students are expected to help setup and break down equipment at the beginning and end of each class.
Prerequisites: Dogs/Handlers must have successfully completed MDTC’S Intermediate Obedience class and Foundations & Groundwork (Intro to Agility) 101-104 or be evaluated by instructor/training director before attending class.
Agility (Intermediate) - Improving Handler & Dog Skills (DB) (Non-Members)
with Deanna Bullock
This class is not for beginner dogs and continues from Foundations Groundwork 104 for teams preparing to compete at Novice level. This class will include short sequencing of obstacles in both standard and jumper courses which will be split between two rings. Course maps will be provided.
Note: Students are expected to help setup and break down equipment at the beginning and end of each class.
Prerequisites: Dogs/Handlers must have successfully completed MDTC’S Intermediate Obedience class and Foundations & Groundwork (Intro to Agility) 101-104 or be evaluated by instructor/training director before attending class.
Puppy Obedience (PC) (Members Only)
with Paula Cole
This class is for puppies 3-11 months old. This class will focus on the foundations of dog training for puppies as well as providing proper socialization for your young pups. We'll also cover teaching handlers the best methods and practices for communicating with your puppy.
Note: Handlers are required to bring the puppy's current vaccination records to the first class. All puppies MUST have received at least the 2nd round of DHPP (distemper, adenovirus [hepatitis], parainfluenza, and parvovirus) before attending the 1st class. Rabies vaccination is MANDATORY for all puppies 16 weeks or older per Virginia State Law. Leptospirosis (Lepto), Bordetella (Kennel Cough), and Giardia vaccinations are not required to attend class. Please consult your licensed Veterinarian for additional questions or concerns.
Puppy Obedience (PC) (Non-Members)
with Paula Cole
This class is for puppies 3-11 months old. This class will focus on the foundations of dog training for puppies as well as providing proper socialization for your young pups. We'll also cover teaching handlers the best methods and practices for communicating with your puppy.
Note: Handlers are required to bring the puppy's current vaccination records to the first class. All puppies MUST have received at least the 2nd round of DHPP (distemper, adenovirus [hepatitis], parainfluenza, and parvovirus) before attending the 1st class. Rabies vaccination is MANDATORY for all puppies 16 weeks or older per Virginia State Law. Leptospirosis (Lepto), Bordetella (Kennel Cough), and Giardia vaccinations are not required to attend class. Please consult your licensed Veterinarian for additional questions or concerns.
Agility (Advanced -1) - Handling Sequences & Techniques (PW-2) (Members Only)
with Pat Wright
This class includes abbreviated Excellent/Master level Standard and Jumpers with Weaves courses with emphasis on the performance requirements of each obstacle and the handling necessary to move between them.
Note: Students are expected to help setup and break down equipment at the beginning and end of each class.
Prerequisites: Dogs/handlers must have successfully completed MDTC’S Intermediate Obedience classes, Foundations & Groundwork (Intro to Agility) 101-104, and Improving Handler & Dog Skills (Intermediate) or be evaluated by instructor/training director before signing up for class.
Agility (Advanced -1) - Handling Sequences & Techniques (PW-2) (Non-Members)
with Pat Wright
This class includes abbreviated Excellent/Master level Standard and Jumpers with Weaves courses with emphasis on the performance requirements of each obstacle and the handling necessary to move between them.
Note: Students are expected to help setup and break down equipment at the beginning and end of each class.
Prerequisites: Dogs/handlers must have successfully completed MDTC’S Intermediate Obedience classes, Foundations & Groundwork (Intro to Agility) 101-104, and Improving Handler & Dog Skills (Intermediate) or be evaluated by instructor/training director before signing up for class.