Instructional class covering rules and regulations, ring procedures, and a critiqued run thru of each dog. This class is for dogs getting ready to show in BN or in Novice and dogs will need a reliable recall.

Prerequisites: Dogs should be working on off lead heeling and recall.

Increase your knowledge and skills for the Summer Rally Trials. Classes include weekly AKC courses covering Nov/Int/Adv levels, practice with individual signs, and discussion of AKC Rules and Regulations.

Prerequisites: Dog must have completed Intro to Novice Rally course or successful scores in Novice AKC Rally. Handler must be familiar with the signs at the level they are working.

Increase your knowledge and skills for the Summer Rally Trials. Classes include weekly AKC courses covering Nov/Int/Adv levels, practice with individual signs, and discussion of AKC Rules and Regulations.

Prerequisites: Dog must have completed Intro to Novice Rally course or successful scores in Novice AKC Rally. Handler must be familiar with the signs at the level they are working.

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 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 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 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.