This is a non-instructional class with a Run-thru format. Dog and handler teams must be trialing at the Open level or above. All course provided will be at the Excellent level. Brief feedback will be provided upon request.

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 Handling Sequences & Techniques (Advanced- 1) or be evaluated by instructor/training director before attending class.

This is an instructional class. Dog and Handler teams must be trialing at the Open level or above. All course provided will be at the Excellent level. Brief feedback will be provided to all students.

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 Handling Sequences & Techniques (Advanced- 1) or be evaluated by instructor/training director before attending class.

This is not a class for beginners in AKC Rally. This class utilizes "nested" courses designed to provide experience and confidence in preparation for dog/handler teams to successfully trial at these levels. 

Prerequisites: Dog must have a reliable recall off leash and teams ready for off leash work.

This class uses "nested" courses designed to provide experience and confidence for handler/dog teams preparing to compete in Rally Novice, Intermediate, Advanced or Excellent. Teaching will be provided on any sign the class is having trouble with and on ring procedures. Handouts may be provided for some subjects. Please submit any questions you have before registering to the instructor or the Training Director. 

Prerequisites:  Dogs new to the run-through Rally format must have successfully completed Intermediate Obedience and have a reliable heel and recall.  Teams should be familiar with all signs for the level they are working on. Dogs must crate between runs. Exceptions only with permission of Instructor and Training Director.

This class uses "nested" courses designed to provide experience and confidence for handler/dog teams preparing to compete in Rally Novice, Intermediate, Advanced or Excellent. Teaching will be provided on any sign the class is having trouble with and on ring procedures. Handouts may be provided for some subjects. Please submit any questions you have before registering to the instructor or the Training Director. 

Prerequisites: Dog should have a reasonable heel. Teams should be familiar with all signs for the class they are working on. 

This class is not for dogs new to scent work. Dogs should be searching or trialing at Advanced or Excellent level. We'll work on building your dog's experience in solving search problems, focus and fun. We'll continue to increase your dog's scent work vocabulary through exposure and experience, and give you handling practice at the same time. 

Prerequisites: Dogs must be on odor and working at the Advanced or Excellent level, or by permission of the instructor. Please contact the instructor before you sign up to confirm that your dog is eligible for this class, or for additional details. 

Note: Dogs must crate between runs. 

This class is for dogs that have been introduced to scentwork and are on odor. Dogs may be trialing at Novice level or getting ready to trial. We'll work on building your dog's experience in solving search problems, focus and fun. This class is not appropriate for dogs taking classes or trialing at higher levels.

Prerequisites: Scent Work - Introduction to Odor and Scent Work - Skill Building for Novice Teams, or by permission of the instructor. Please contact the instructor before you sign up to confirm that your dog is eligible for this class, or for additional details. 

Note: Dogs must crate between runs. 

Precise pivots, fast fronts, tight turns and finding heel position from a distance. This class is all about the foundation skills to successfully achieve precision heeling. We will also go over marker words to help you communicate clearly to your dog when they are doing the right thing, something that is very important when we talk about precision.

Precision heeling is team work, and we want our dogs to love heeling so we will also learn some fun obedience games so your dog is enthusiastic about heeling.

Prerequisites: Precision Heeling for Obedience - Part 1. 

Supplies needed:  Something to practice pivoting on and some type of platform. During the first class we will discuss platforms, including the proper size for your dog. You can make or purchase a platform but it will be an important part of the class. Dogs will also need a 10 foot leash.