ABOUT THE CLUB
The Taieri Canine Training Club offers classes in Obedience & Agility. The classes are a fun way for you and your dog to meet new friends and a great way to socialise your dog.
The club was formed in 1979 originally as an Obedience club offering both domestic and competitive obedience training. In the late 80s the club became involved in Agility training. The club has been very successful in both disciplines, producing many Champions, Grand Champions and Regional Reps for National Competitions.
Training your Dog takes time and patience, more experienced members may make it look easy, but it has taken many hours of patience to do so. Short, fun sessions each day are of most benefit to your dog.
The Club hosts Championship Shows (which require NZKC registration), Obedience and Agility Seminars which are often facilitated by visiting specialists. Also Ribbon Trials (less formal competitions).
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AGILITY TRAINING
In Agility the handler directs a dog around an obstacle course in an accurate race against the clock. Dogs in competition must run off-lead with no food or toys as incentives.
At Taieri Canine Training Club we offer the following Agility Courses.
Foundation Training - 8 week course for those wishing to start Agility. Dogs must have taken part in basic obedience.
Level 1 Agility - Introduction to Agility Equipment
Level 2 Agility - Refining and Practicing Techniques
Level 3 Agility - Strings of Equipment Preparing for Competition
Junior Handlers - Competing at Starters, Novice Level
Senior Handlers - Competing Intermediate, Seniors Level
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OBEDIENCE TRAINING
For Obedience training your dog must be at least 4 months of age and hold a current vaccination certificate.
At Taieri Canine Training Club we offer the following Obedience Classes
Puppy Obedience - A basic course offering socialization, Waits, Stays, lead control and tricks
Domestic Obedience - This covers the basic skills that every dog and owner should have to ensure a happy and respectful relationship Training includes exercises such as heel, sit, stay, come and tricks.
ADVANCED OBEDIENCE - Most people come through to Advance Obedience from the domestic class, wishing to build on skills learned and having enjoyed the relationship with their dogs. This class will take you through to competition level.
Devotion between Handler and Dog
Contacts
Phone and leave a message on 08327TCTC (8282)
President :- Roy Thorndycraft 4811176 email roygbiv@xtra.co.nz
Secretary :- Corrina Robertson corrina.robertson@otago.ac.nz
Treasurer :- Denise Reeve 4895678 lealsam@xtra.co.nz
Agility Coordinator Paul Remon email sallieremon@xtra.co.nz
Obedience Coordinator Vicky Fox email gvfox@clear.net.nz
Location
We train at the Taieri A&P Showground's.