This workshop will cover:
* Rules
* How to build value for the rat and what will work with each individual dog
* Discrimination between bedding and live tubes
* Build confidence and value for the tunnel
* Volunteer roles: scribing, rat wrangling, course building
* The 3 stages of finding odor source and recognizing when your dog is in odor
* Removing the rat and moving on
* Common mistakes and problem behaviors that can develop
* Managing your dog and proper etiquette in the blind
Our goal is for you and your dog to have fun and leave with a strong foundation to move foward with Barn Hunt. Results will vary from team to team as dogs have different strengths and drives. Handler experience plays a role in results as well.
The Mock Trial will be Novice/Open level only.