This class is for dogs on odor that have not yet trialed or have only trialed at the Novice level. (Please - no dogs trialing at Advanced or above.) We'll work on building your dog's experience in solving search problems based on foundation skills of independent search, confidence in a variety of environments and understanding of the game. Specific class topics will be determined by the instructor.

Please contact the Training Director or instructor to confirm if your dog is eligible or for additional details.

Prerequisites: Scent Work - Introduction to Odor or by permission of the instructor. 

Dogs must crate between runs. 

This class is for dogs on odor that have not yet trialed or have only trialed at the Novice level. (Please - no dogs trialing at Advanced or above.) We'll work on building your dog's experience in solving search problems based on foundation skills of independent search, confidence in a variety of environments and understanding of the game. Specific class topics will be determined by the instructor.

Please contact the Training Director or instructor to confirm if your dog is eligible or for additional details.

Prerequisites: Scent Work - Introduction to Odor or by permission of the instructor. 

Dogs must crate between runs. 

This class is for dogs on odor that have not yet trialed or have only trialed at the Novice level. (Please - no dogs trialing at Advanced or above.) We'll work on building your dog's experience in solving search problems based on foundation skills of independent search, confidence in a variety of environments and understanding of the game. Specific class topics will be determined by the instructor.

Please contact the Training Director or instructor to confirm if your dog is eligible or for additional details.

Prerequisites: Scent Work - Introduction to Odor or by permission of the instructor. 

Dogs must crate between runs. 

This class is open to beginner dog/handler teams (intro level) thru those teams who are ready to compete at the Open level. No previous experience with Barn Hunt or exposure to the rats is necessary. Handlers are encouraged to bring super high value treats and a "clicker" for dogs new to Barn Hunt.

NOTE: Male dogs are recommended to wear a "belly band" since urinating in the search area is strictly prohibited.

This class is open to beginner dog/handler teams (intro level) thru those teams who are ready to compete at the Open level. No previous experience with Barn Hunt or exposure to the rats is necessary. Handlers are encouraged to bring super high value treats and a "clicker" for dogs new to Barn Hunt.

NOTE: Male dogs are recommended to wear a "belly band" since urinating in the search area is strictly prohibited.

This fun class is open to beginner dogs and handlers. Dogs must be at least  six months of age - older dogs are welcome, too! Subjects covered in this course are introducing to the dog properly walk on a leash (i.e., heeling), "sit", "down", "come", "stay" (during sit and down) as well as meeting a friendly stranger on leash. 

NOTE: There will be a free Orientation class for Handler's on Monday, 4/29/2024 at 7:00pm. Please do not bring your dog. This free class will discuss dog training theory, how dogs ACTUALLY learn, equipment, how to properly treat (reward), a tour of the facility, and other tips & demo's to help you and your dog be successful in class. 

If this is your dog's first time attending an MDTC classes, owners/handlers are required to bring the dog'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 attend 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.

This fun class is open to beginner dogs and handlers. Dogs must be at least  six months of age - older dogs are welcome, too! Subjects covered in this course are introducing to the dog properly walk on a leash (i.e., heeling), "sit", "down", "come", "stay" (during sit and down) as well as meeting a friendly stranger on leash. 

NOTE: There will be a free Orientation class for Handler's on Monday, 4/29/2024 at 7:00pm. Please do not bring your dog. This free class will discuss dog training theory, how dogs ACTUALLY learn, equipment, how to properly treat (reward), a tour of the facility, and other tips & demo's to help you and your dog be successful in class. 

If this is your dog's first time attending an MDTC classes, owners/handlers are required to bring the dog'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 attend 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.

In this session we will continue with contacts adding the dog walk, A-frame, teeter, table, tunnels and jumps.  We will work on crosses front, rear and blind.

Note: Class participants are expected to help set up and take down course equipment as necessary.

Dog's Equipment Notice: Haltees, Gentle Leaders, and Harnesses are not allowed in this class.

Prerequisites: Dog and handlers must have sucessfully completed FGW 101 and 102. Please contact MDTC's Training Director or instructor to confirm if your dog is eligle or for additional details.