Fetch Training

When asked "What do you like to do most with your dog"  the most common answers were go for walks and to play ball (i.e. Fetch).  So AKC created the Fetch Program.   AKC offers a titling program centered around retrieving a toy (ball) or bumper.  There are 4 levels each of increasing difficulty .  

• Ready Set Fetch 

Class Description

Get ready for a new AKC Fetch title with this class for Novice and Intermediate Fetch.  This class will instruct handlers on rules and regulations for AKC Fetch at the Novice and Intermediate levels.  We will practice line manners, marking, and retrieving skills.  Dogs must be over 6 months old and not be reactive to people or other dogs.  

Long leads, bumpers, etc will be provided for this class.  Please bring plenty of water as we are working outdoors in the fenced in area behind the MADTA building.   

AKC Fetch is a pass-fail noncompetitive test.  At the Novice level, dogs will retrieve a ball, bumper or toy at a distance of 30 feet navigating between four obstacles three times.  At the Intermediate level, dogs will retrieve a ball, bumper or toy at a distance of 50 feet navigating between 8 obstacles three times.  

Crates are required for this class.  Dogs can be crated in your car or outdoors under the canopy while not working