| Obedience Trials test a dog's ability to perform a prescribed set of
exercises on which it is scored. In each exercise, you must score
more than 50 percent of the possible points and get a total score of
at least 170 out of a possible 200. Each time your dog gets at least
a 170 qualifying score, he's earned a "leg" toward his title. Earn
three legs and your dog has just earned an obedience title! There
are 3 levels at which your dog can earn a title and each is more
difficult than the one before it. The classes are divided into "A"
and "B" at an obedience trial; "A" classes are for beginners whose
dogs have never received a title and "B" classes are for more
experienced handlers.
The best part of watching a trial is to see the close bond that has developed between the dog and handler. Their total concentration on the task at hand gives way to the sheer delight of accomplishment that can be seen on the faces of both - and in the wag of a tail. |
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Experience the ultimate in companionship and teamwork. Taste the
thrill of competition. Join a training class and participate in
obedience trials. It is lots of fun, and your dog will love you more
for it!
Purpose
Obedience trials are a sport, and all participants should be guided
by the principles of good sportsmanship both in and out of the ring.
Obedience trials demonstrate the dog's ability to follow specified
routines in the obedience ring and emphasize the usefulness of the
purebred dog as a companion to man. All contestants in a class are
required to perform the same exercises in substantially the same way
so that the relative quality of the various performances may be
compared and scored. The basic objective of obedience trials,
however, is to recognize dogs that have been trained to behave in
the home, in public places and in the presence of other dogs in a
manner that will reflect credit on the sport of obedience at all
times and under all conditions. The performance of dog and handler
in the ring must be accurate and correct according to the Obedience
Regulations. It is also essential that the dog demonstrate
willingness and enjoyment while it is working and that a smooth and
natural handler be given precedence over a handler moving with
military precision and using harsh commands. Source American
Kennel Club.