In this DVD, Deborah Jones, Ph.D., and Judy Keller demonstrate the application of their FOCUS program while introducing a puppy or a green dog to agility obstacles.

The ultimate goal of focused obstacle training is to help your dog develop a clear understanding of how to negotiate each obstacle fluently and consistently on a single cue.

We want the dog to display confident and independent obstacle skills. We accomplish this by training for understanding and enjoyment at each stage before adding further.

The program is divided into three sections. First you will work on your basic training skills such as getting behaviors to happen and shaping behaviors.

Next you will work on basic behaviors and exercises that lay the groundwork for future obstacle performance.

These foundation skills are designed to increase your dog''s confidence, curiosity, boldness, and body awareness.

Finally, you will work through the initial stages of training tunnels, tyre, contact obstacles and weave poles.

This DVD will not take you through to the finished product. Rather, it will prepare you and your dog for more advanced obstacle training. If you follow the ideas and suggestions presented here, your dog will have a solid foundation for the challenges that lie ahead in agility training and trialing. Your dog will learn to love the agility obstacles, not just tolerate them. He will learn to have fun and stay focused while he works with you because he wants to, not because he has to.

Run time: 55 minutes

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