Training Levels
Progression Through Levels

The Three Training Levels
Puppy
At this level your dog will be trained to obey the basic commands in obedience whilst on lead. This level is designed to develop word association to a command, not to develop reliability, as they are learning how to do the exercise. The classes also include the introduction to basic concepts of socialisation and confidence development training.
Prerequisites
- Puppy 1: 2-4 months of age
- Puppy 2: 4-6 months of age
- Vaccinations completed 7 days clear
Skill Targets
- Relaxed Confidence
- Leadership
- Socialisation
- Puppy Obedience Exercises
- Working & Release Modes
- Marker Cues (Yes & No)

Foundation
At this level your dog will be trained to obey the basic commands in obedience whilst on lead. This level is designed to develop word association to a command, not to develop reliability, as they are learning how to do the exercise. The classes also include the introduction to basic concepts of socialisation and confidence development training.
Prerequisites
- 6 months of age
- Vaccinations completed
Skill Targets
- Sit, Stand & Drop
- Loose Lead Walking
- On Lead Recalls
- Leadership
- Socialisation
- Working & Release Modes
- Marker Cues (Yes & No)
- Focus

Control
In control we start introducing your dog to off-lead work and hand signals. They begin to combine various combinations of instruction and the handler disappears out of sight more often. All the time preparing your dog to be a good member of society whether you are present or not.
Prerequisites
- Successfully completed foundation
- Sound temperament
Skill Targets
- Reliable Stays (Sit & Drop)
- Reliable Off-Lead Recalls
- Reliable On-Lead Heeling
- Active Food Refusal
- Strong Handler Leadership
- Appropriate Socialisation & Confidence
- Off-Lead Impulse Control Under Distraction
