Rally Classes

Rally is a sport in which the dog and handler complete a pre-designed course. Rally was designed with the traditional pet owner in mind, but it can still be very challenging for those who enjoy higher levels of competition. 

In this class, you and your dog will learn how to proceed through the course of 10-20 designated stations as a team. Unlimited communication from handler to the dog is encouraged. Whether you compete or not, it promotes fun and enjoyment for dogs at all levels. 

Beginners start learning on the leash with lots of verbal and physical encouragement, and progress to off-leash with verbal-only commands. See below for more description of the competition categories.

To be in this class, your dog needs some understanding of the basic obedience commands.

Enrollment details and more information are available upon request. Please give us a call through the link below to get started.

Current Weekly Schedule:

Thursday: 10:30 am

*New classes are added regularly, and private lessons are available. Please contact us for more information.

More About Rally Competition

There are three levels of competition in AKC Rally:

NOVICE - this is the first level for those just getting started.

•     All exercises are performed with the dog on leash
•     There is a requirement of 10-15 stations to complete

ADVANCED – This is the second level, which includes more difficult exercises

•     All exercises are performed off-leash
•     There is a requirement of 12-17 stations

EXCELLENT – This third and highest level of AKC Rally is the most challenging

•         All exercises are performed off-leash
•         There is a requirement of 15-20 stations

Rally Advanced Excellent - the dog must qualify in BOTH Rally Advanced AND Rally Excellent at the same Trial, earning 10 legs to receive this Title

RALLY TITLES:

• Rally Novice: RN
• Rally Advanced: RA
• Rally Excellent: RE
• Rally Advanced Excellent: RAE