Club Training Rules

1. Dogs must be on leash or in a crate except during off-leash exercises in the ring. Dogs cannot be tied to furniture or left in a “stay” position.

2. No punishment based training. No yelling, harsh jerking, kicking, hitting, or alpha rolls.

3. Dogs must be under control at all times. Dogs that are excessively disruptive or pose a danger to other dogs or handlers may be unsuitable for group classes.

4. Handlers must clean up after their dog.

5. No shock collars, e-collars, or “no-bark” devices. No chain or retractable leashes. Some instructors have additional requirements.

6. Dogs with symptoms of infectious disease such as coughing, vomiting, low-grade fever, lethargy, diarrhea should not come to class. Dogs may return to class after 7 symptom-free days.

7. Bitches in season may attend class, but must wear pants.

8. Handlers must sign in each time they attend a class.