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Ann Arbor Dog Training Club



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256-435 - SCENTWORK INTERMEDIATE CONTINUING

$130

with C. Lybarger

Calendar Nov 4, 2025 at 12:15 pm, runs for 6 weeks

DESCRIPTION:  This class continues to build on the nosework team's search skills in all search elements -- containers, interiors, exteriors, buried, handler discrimination and vehicles.  This class is LEVEL FIVE of a six level series.  Buried and Handler discrimination searches will be included if majority of class have an interest in these specialized searches. The complexity of the searches will gradually become more difficult -- some examples: converging odor, inaccessible hides, multiple vehicles of all types, channeling, elevated hides, exterior searches utilizing all weather conditions etc. 

PREREQUISITES: (one or more of the following

  • Successful completion of Scentwork Beginning Continuing
  • Instructor permission

WHAT TO BRING: 

  • Copy of vaccination records
  • Buckle collar or harness
  • Variety of soft treats
  • Crate for your dog
  • 6 ft leash and 8-12 ft long line
Full Course

256-560 - AGILITY EXCELLENT/MASTER LEVEL

$130

with H. Rupprecht

Calendar Nov 4, 2025 at 1 pm, runs for 6 weeks

DESCRIPTION: This class is designed for teams competing in or ready to compete in the upper level classes (Excellent/Master). Teams will practice sequences found in Excellent/Master courses and will continue to refine handling skills so that they can successfully perform at the upper levels of agility. 

PREREQUISITES (at least one of the following):

  • Successful completion of Agility Open Level or an Open Agility title
  • Competing at the Excellent or Master level
  • Ready to compete at the Excellent level
  • Instructor approval

WHAT TO BRING:

  • Buckle collar
  • 4-6 foot leash 
  • Variety of hard treats (that do not crumble easily) 
  • Crate for the dog when not working on the course 
  • Extra pair of clean shoes to be used when training on the turf

CLASS PROGRESSION:

  • Agility Foundations 1
  • Agility Foundations 2
  • Agility Beginning Handling
  • Agility Maneuvers
  • Novice 
  • Open
  • Excellent/Master
  • Premier

REGISTRATION PRIORITY: Early Registration Priority will be granted to students in the previous session (same day/time/instructor) of this class.

Full Course

256-415 - SCENTWORK INTRODUCTION LEVEL II

$130

with C. Lybarger

Calendar Nov 4, 2025 at 1:45 pm, runs for 6 weeks

DESCRIPTION: This class continues to develop your dog’s desire to use his sense of smell to search/hunt independently. It is the continuation of Scentwork - Introduction 1.  The handler will learn to analyze the behavior changes the dog presents. The class will continue to build foundation skills for Interiors and Containers. The initial foundation skills for vehicle and exterior searches will be started. Some searches will be outside weather permitting.

PREREQUISITES:

  • Successful completion of Introduction to Scentwork I

WHAT TO BRING: 

  • Copy of vaccination records
  • Buckle collar or harness
  • Variety of soft treats
  • 6 ft leash and 8-12 ft long line
  • Crate for your dog when not working

Will run

256-555 - AGILITY OPEN/EXCELLENT LEVEL

$130

with H. Rupprecht

Calendar Nov 4, 2025 at 3 pm, runs for 6 weeks

DESCRIPTION: This class is designed for teams competing in or ready to compete in Excellent. The class will focus on refining handling skills and will practice sequences found in the upper level classes.

PREREQUISITES:

  • Successful completion of Agility Open Level class,
  • Showing at the Open level or Excellent level
  • Performing full height jumps and contacts
  • Able to successfully complete 12 weave poles
  • Able to perform a full course obstacle sequence

WHAT TO BRING:

  • Buckle collar
  • 4-6 foot leash
  • Variety of hard treats (that do not crumble easily) 
  • Crate for the dog when not working on the course
  • Extra pair of clean shoes to be used when training on the turf

CLASS PROGRESSION:

  • Agility Foundations 1
  • Agility Foundations 2
  • Agility Beginning Handling
  • Agility Maneuvers
  • Novice
  • Open
  • Excellent/Master
  • Premier

REGISTRATION PRIORITY: Early Registration Priority will be granted to students in the previous session (same day/time/instructor) of this class.

 

Full Course

256-558 - AGILITY OPEN/EXCELLENT LEVEL

$130

with K. Taylor

Calendar Nov 4, 2025 at 4:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks

DESCRIPTION: This class is designed for teams competing in or ready to compete in Excellent. The class will focus on refining handling skills and will practice sequences found in the upper level classes.

PREREQUISITES:

  • Successful completion of Agility Open Level class,
  • Showing at the Open level or Excellent level
  • Performing full height jumps and contacts
  • Able to successfully complete 12 weave poles
  • Able to perform a full course obstacle sequence

WHAT TO BRING:

  • Buckle collar
  • 4-6 foot leash
  • Variety of hard treats (that do not crumble easily) 
  • Crate for the dog when not working on the course
  • Extra pair of clean shoes to be used when training on the turf

CLASS PROGRESSION:

  • Agility Foundations 1
  • Agility Foundations 2
  • Agility Beginning Handling
  • Agility Maneuvers
  • Novice
  • Open
  • Excellent/Master
  • Premier

REGISTRATION PRIORITY: Early Registration Priority will be granted to students in the previous session (same day/time/instructor) of this class.

 

Full Course

256-545 - AGILITY MASTERS LEVEL

$130

with K. Taylor

Calendar Nov 4, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

DESCRIPTION:  This class is designed for teams competing in or ready to compete in the Master level. The class will continue to refine handling skills so that the team can successfully perform at the upper levels of agility.

 PREREQUISITES:

  • Successful completion of Agility Excellent Level
  • Competing at the Excellent or Master Level
  • Ready to compete at the Excellent or Master Level
  • Instructor approval

WHAT TO BRING

  • Buckle collar
  • 4-6 foot leash
  • Crate for your dog
  • Extra pair of shoes to wear on the turf

 CLASS PROGRESSION:

  • Agility Foundations 1
  • Agility Foundations 2
  • Agility Beginning Handling
  • Agility Maneuvers
  • Novice
  • Open
  • Excellent
  • Master
  • Premier

REGISTRATION PRIORITY: Early Registration Priority will be granted to students in the previous session (same day/time/instructor) of this class.

Full Course

256-212 OBEDIENCE NOVICE 1

$130

with R. Hower

Calendar Nov 4, 2025 at 6:15 pm, runs for 6 weeks

DESCRIPTION:  Many begin exhibiting in the Obedience ring after doing Rally, although both can be done simultaneously.  This class will begin to prepare the team for competition obedience, as well as develop a close relationship between the handler and dog. Foundation for the Novice and Beginner Novice exercises are introduced.  Emphasis is placed on motivation and attention. Introduction to sit, down, stand, stay, recall, fronts, finishes, and heeling (position and attention). Class can be repeated.  As in Rally, exposure to the Beginner Novice signs and Sit-Stay-Walk-Around-The-Ring exercise will be covered.

PREREQUISITE: 

  • Successful completion of 5-12 Puppy class or Household I equivalent and/or competition-experienced handler.

WHAT TO BRING:

  • Copy of vaccination records;
  • 4-6 ft leash; buckle collar;
  • Variety of small, easy to eat treats.
Full Course

256-210 OBEDIENCE BEGINNER NOVICE / NOVICE 1

$110

with J./B. Blackledge

Calendar Nov 4, 2025 at 6:30 pm, runs for 5 weeks

DESCRIPTION:  Many begin exhibiting in the Obedience ring after doing Rally, although both can be done simultaneously.  This class will begin to prepare the team for competition obedience, as well as develop a close relationship between the handler and dog. Foundation for the Novice and Beginner Novice exercises are introduced.  Emphasis is placed on motivation and attention. Introduction to sit, down, stand, stay, recall, fronts, finishes, and heeling (position and attention). Class can be repeated.  As in Rally, exposure to the Beginner Novice signs and Sit-Stay-Walk-Around-The-Ring exercise will be covered.

PREREQUISITE: 

  • Successful completion of 5-12 Puppy class or Household I equivalent and/or competition-experienced handler.

WHAT TO BRING:

  • Copy of vaccination records;
  • 4-6 ft leash; buckle collar;
  • Variety of small, easy to eat treats.
Full Course




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