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Feisty Fido (Reactive) Agility Class

This class offering was developed specifically for experienced agility handlers with reactive dogs. (What's a reactive dog?)

We will cover basic control and foundation exercises geared towards agility, including warm-up exercises, targeting, sit, down, come, stay, wait, left, right, go, get out, easy, and anything else we can think of!

We will teach solid contacts on low equipment, tunnels, and the table. We will be using ground poles for jumps and handling.

If you have not completed Agility classes at Gemini, you will need to request an evaluation prior to enrolling in class.
 

Join us anytime! 6 weeks for $140-$150; if you haven't been to class recently, please call to confirm that class will be held as scheduled. The instructor sometimes has a travel day for which class is postponed.

Bring with you:

• Lots of small, soft food treats
• Water & a bowl. 
• Quick release or buckle collar (no choke collars or pinch collars) with a 6? leash. 
• A small toy or ball that motivates your dog. 

What is a Reactive Dog?

Reactive dogs are dogs that become outwardly emotional at the sight of, or when in close proximity to, other dogs. They are generally overly excited or fearful and do not have the ability to contain their feelings.

They often bark, whine,growl, lunge, or jump toward another dog when that dog is at a proximity that elicits the emotion. They can look aggressive and sometimes are. Many reactive dogs are only reactive when on leash. Some are reactive whether on or off leash. Some are fine with many other dogs if not on leash and will interact quite normally until the leash is on. Some are also reactive to certain situations and people as well.

If this describes your dog please call us to discuss your best options. Generally you will need to start with a behavior consultation to assess your dog and your needs. We can then guide you through the best program for you and your companion.