For those interested in participating in agility, either for fun or competition, it is a requirement you attend and pass our assessment as conducted by the Agility Co-Ordinator. If your dog doesn’t obey basic obedience commands, it will be difficult to navigate an agility or jumping course.
Membership and Training costs are as follows:
- $20 Initial Joining Fee
- $10 Single or $20 for Household VCA Insurance Levy (unless VCA member)
- $35 yearly membership (Single) or
- $55 yearly membership (Household) or
- $25 yearly membership (Discounted)
- $5 Donation to the Community Programs run by WKODC Olive Branch
- $150 yearly training fee
Club Members and Visitors
Dogs must be 12 months of age to attend Agility.
Must attend at least 4 weeks in our Brown Class before undergoing Agility Assessment
For the assessment, your dog must demonstrate the following
* Come when called with minor distractions
* Sit, Drop & Play
* Stand for Examination
* Your dog must be social with class etiquette
* must be able to do short-stay exercise
* Must demonstrate an understanding of positive reinforcement dog training methods
* Must be introduced to club ground rules, and they are on our Web Page.
* No dogs under the age of 12 months will be allowed to attend Agility classes due to the potential for injury to growing bones,
Remember to bring a crate or a tie-out stake and treats / toys, and have your dog wear a flat collar without any tags. (No Martingale collars or check chains.) Your dog’s nails must be short, so he can grip the surface of the equipment properly – clip them as necessary.
For any questions relating to Agility, please contact our Training Manager, Kevin Felmingham 0418221260.