Course Details
Heeling is the most complex obedience exercise and takes the longest to train. It is also the most beautiful when everything comes together! Heeling is a dance that should express joy and teamwork. I break heeling down into pieces that will make sense to you AND your dog. With clarity and good communication, your dog will be happy, relaxed and precise.
Whether you are just starting to teach your dog how to heel, or your dog knows how to heel but could use some improvement, this workshop is for you. I will have demo videos of my dogs as well as a smaller dog. This webinar will cover my building blocks which consist of focal point, engagement and position. We will discuss how to teach and maintain each one and, most importantly, how to consistently communicate to your dog exactly WHICH piece you are addressing. Each piece is taught as a fun trick, which keeps it light for you and your dog.
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Lecture Publish Date: Sunday April 3rd
Video Submissions Due Date: Sunday April 10th @ 12pm noon PT
Feedback & Questions Video Publish Date: Wednesday April 13th
Instructor: Petra FordI have been training and competing for several decades in a variety of sports including Hunt Tests, Field Trials, Nosework, Agility and Rally. My first love has always been competition obedience. I have been fortunate to win the AKC National Obedience Championship four times with three different dogs. (Click here for full bio and to view Petra's upcoming courses)
