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SUMMARY:Obedience: Pre-Novice
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: Mastery of Beginner Obedience objectives. \nAs well as learning new exercises\, Pre-Novice students will refine the skills they learned in the Beginner Obedience class. \nStudents in Pre-Novice class must master a level of criteria prior to advancing to a Novice level class with Instructor approval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeeling Skills:\n\nFocus on handler/engagement between handler and dog (use of high-value treats)\nAppropriate marking and rewarding of behavior\nProper leash handling\nUse of commands\nHeel position; auto sit in heel position upon halting\nAbout turn\, U-turn\, Quarter turns on a pivot (left and right)\nGait changes (slow/fast)\nReverse and call to front\nDog is under control at all times\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommands:\n\nHeel position (set up\, get in\, etc.)\nSit\nDown\nSit and stand for exam\nFinishes (swing and around)\nStay/wait at end of leash (one minute stay on sit and down)\nFront/come at 40 feet (recalls)\n\n\n\n\n\nFigure Eight:\nHandler pacing remains the same while dog speeds up or slows down to accommodate the handler.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/obedience-pre-novice-3-2/2026-07-20/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Obedience,Obedience: Pre-Novice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260720T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260720T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T212707Z
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SUMMARY:Nose Work: Intermediate | Advanced
DESCRIPTION:Nose Work was developed to provide all dogs with an outlet to use their natural hunting and scenting abilities and is modeled after working detector dogs. All dogs can take part in a nose work class; young\, healthy\, old\, timid\, or reactive. The purpose of nose work is to engage the dog in the game\, teach the handler how to read their dog\, and build a team relationship all while having fun. The sport and instructors of K9 Nose Work® are overseen by the National Association of Canine Scent Work. \nBefore you say “yes” or “no” to taking a Nose Work class\, there is one hard and fast rule that we must insist on — all dogs must be crated or in your car when they are not searching. There are two reasons for this: \n\nNose work is instinctual for dogs. Any dog near the search area could be perceived as competition and could change a dog’s behavior. Safety first!\nSo much can be learned by observing another dog’s work and you really can’t do that if you are focusing on your own dog.\n\nPlease note: All teams new to nose work have a wait list and limited spaces are available to experienced teams. Contact the Director of Nose Work (jadoes55@gmail.com) to be added to the wait list. \nMore Information: \nIf you would like information about nose work or information about classes at NOCI\, please contact Jim Doescher directly at jadoes55@gmail.com. \nFor more information on Nose Work in general\, you can go to www.NACSW.net.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/nose-work-intermediate-advanced/2026-07-20/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Nose Work,Nose Work: Intermediate | Advanced
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T193036Z
CREATED:20260714T192238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T193036Z
UID:10005134-1784656800-1784659800@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Obedience: Novice
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: Pre-Novice class skills and approval from the Pre-Novice instructor or with approval from the NOCI Director of Training. \nIn this class you will refine the skills developed in the Pre-Novice class and ultimately have the skills necessary to show your dog at the Beginner Novice or Novice level in AKC or UKC to achieve the Beginner Novice (BN) title\, or Novice level to achieve the Companion Dog (CD) title. \nShowing your dog is certainly not mandatory\, but that is the standard you will be training up to. Anyone who has met the criteria to be in a Novice class is welcome. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nExercises to be Refined:\n\nOn and off leash heeling\nFigure eights\nSit & stand for exam\nA 40′ recall on the flat and a recall over a high jump\nGroup exercises consisting of a one-minute sit/stay and one minute down/stay\nA sit/stay while the handler walks around the room\nSit/stay — get your leash exercise\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHandler Skills:\n\nFootwork\nHand position\nNon-verbal cues
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/obedience-novice-5/2026-07-21/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Obedience,Obedience: Novice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T190000
DTSTAMP:20260714T205941Z
CREATED:20260714T205941Z
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SUMMARY:Agility: Beginner | Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:This class continues the elemental work from the Foundation class and builds on it towards full size equipment. The curriculum will progress with a focus on Distance\, Distraction\, and Duration of training behaviors that will be built in agility. These are the 3D’s of training a fluid performance in the future. In this class the A-frame will be going upwards towards a full height when dogs are confident as well as the dog walk. Teeter banging and climbing will be built towards performing a complete teeter. Jump work will continue with small skill sets building up towards sequencing. Participants in this class will be directed to add a jump towards weaves and a jump toward contacts and vice versa when teams are ready. Dogs will begin to perform angles towards obstacles and turns upon exits. Handlers will learn to train and perform common sequences to add confidence for the dogs towards doing coursework. Progress in weave-pole training with emphasis on this continuing at home to allow for a confident weaver will be ongoing. \nNote\, it is difficult to train a dog to weave in a once-a-week class\, so it is VERY important for teams to follow up at home or a rental time with this as homework. \nHandlers will continue with handling skills on an ongoing basis with importance on connection with the dog\, cuing the obstacles\, and support of those cues to help the dog with commitment. Obstacle discrimination will be introduced. The handler will learn how to change directions with a post turn\, a front cross\, a rear cross\, and a blind cross is. The handler will begin to learn how and when to perform these handling moves. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrerequisite: Previous foundation class and director/instructor approval.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/agility-beginner-intermediate-3/2026-07-23/
CATEGORIES:Agility,Agility: Beginner | Intermediate,Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260727T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260727T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T191458Z
CREATED:20260505T212641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T191458Z
UID:10002969-1785175200-1785178200@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Obedience: Pre-Novice
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: Mastery of Beginner Obedience objectives. \nAs well as learning new exercises\, Pre-Novice students will refine the skills they learned in the Beginner Obedience class. \nStudents in Pre-Novice class must master a level of criteria prior to advancing to a Novice level class with Instructor approval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeeling Skills:\n\nFocus on handler/engagement between handler and dog (use of high-value treats)\nAppropriate marking and rewarding of behavior\nProper leash handling\nUse of commands\nHeel position; auto sit in heel position upon halting\nAbout turn\, U-turn\, Quarter turns on a pivot (left and right)\nGait changes (slow/fast)\nReverse and call to front\nDog is under control at all times\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommands:\n\nHeel position (set up\, get in\, etc.)\nSit\nDown\nSit and stand for exam\nFinishes (swing and around)\nStay/wait at end of leash (one minute stay on sit and down)\nFront/come at 40 feet (recalls)\n\n\n\n\n\nFigure Eight:\nHandler pacing remains the same while dog speeds up or slows down to accommodate the handler.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/obedience-pre-novice-3-2/2026-07-27/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Obedience,Obedience: Pre-Novice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260727T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260727T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T212707Z
CREATED:20260714T212707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T212707Z
UID:10021755-1785175200-1785178200@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Nose Work: Intermediate | Advanced
DESCRIPTION:Nose Work was developed to provide all dogs with an outlet to use their natural hunting and scenting abilities and is modeled after working detector dogs. All dogs can take part in a nose work class; young\, healthy\, old\, timid\, or reactive. The purpose of nose work is to engage the dog in the game\, teach the handler how to read their dog\, and build a team relationship all while having fun. The sport and instructors of K9 Nose Work® are overseen by the National Association of Canine Scent Work. \nBefore you say “yes” or “no” to taking a Nose Work class\, there is one hard and fast rule that we must insist on — all dogs must be crated or in your car when they are not searching. There are two reasons for this: \n\nNose work is instinctual for dogs. Any dog near the search area could be perceived as competition and could change a dog’s behavior. Safety first!\nSo much can be learned by observing another dog’s work and you really can’t do that if you are focusing on your own dog.\n\nPlease note: All teams new to nose work have a wait list and limited spaces are available to experienced teams. Contact the Director of Nose Work (jadoes55@gmail.com) to be added to the wait list. \nMore Information: \nIf you would like information about nose work or information about classes at NOCI\, please contact Jim Doescher directly at jadoes55@gmail.com. \nFor more information on Nose Work in general\, you can go to www.NACSW.net.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/nose-work-intermediate-advanced/2026-07-27/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Nose Work,Nose Work: Intermediate | Advanced
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T193036Z
CREATED:20260714T192238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T193036Z
UID:10005135-1785261600-1785264600@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Obedience: Novice
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: Pre-Novice class skills and approval from the Pre-Novice instructor or with approval from the NOCI Director of Training. \nIn this class you will refine the skills developed in the Pre-Novice class and ultimately have the skills necessary to show your dog at the Beginner Novice or Novice level in AKC or UKC to achieve the Beginner Novice (BN) title\, or Novice level to achieve the Companion Dog (CD) title. \nShowing your dog is certainly not mandatory\, but that is the standard you will be training up to. Anyone who has met the criteria to be in a Novice class is welcome. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nExercises to be Refined:\n\nOn and off leash heeling\nFigure eights\nSit & stand for exam\nA 40′ recall on the flat and a recall over a high jump\nGroup exercises consisting of a one-minute sit/stay and one minute down/stay\nA sit/stay while the handler walks around the room\nSit/stay — get your leash exercise\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHandler Skills:\n\nFootwork\nHand position\nNon-verbal cues
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/obedience-novice-5/2026-07-28/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Obedience,Obedience: Novice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T190000
DTSTAMP:20260714T205941Z
CREATED:20260714T205941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T205941Z
UID:10018490-1785434400-1785438000@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Agility: Beginner | Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:This class continues the elemental work from the Foundation class and builds on it towards full size equipment. The curriculum will progress with a focus on Distance\, Distraction\, and Duration of training behaviors that will be built in agility. These are the 3D’s of training a fluid performance in the future. In this class the A-frame will be going upwards towards a full height when dogs are confident as well as the dog walk. Teeter banging and climbing will be built towards performing a complete teeter. Jump work will continue with small skill sets building up towards sequencing. Participants in this class will be directed to add a jump towards weaves and a jump toward contacts and vice versa when teams are ready. Dogs will begin to perform angles towards obstacles and turns upon exits. Handlers will learn to train and perform common sequences to add confidence for the dogs towards doing coursework. Progress in weave-pole training with emphasis on this continuing at home to allow for a confident weaver will be ongoing. \nNote\, it is difficult to train a dog to weave in a once-a-week class\, so it is VERY important for teams to follow up at home or a rental time with this as homework. \nHandlers will continue with handling skills on an ongoing basis with importance on connection with the dog\, cuing the obstacles\, and support of those cues to help the dog with commitment. Obstacle discrimination will be introduced. The handler will learn how to change directions with a post turn\, a front cross\, a rear cross\, and a blind cross is. The handler will begin to learn how and when to perform these handling moves. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrerequisite: Previous foundation class and director/instructor approval.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/agility-beginner-intermediate-3/2026-07-30/
CATEGORIES:Agility,Agility: Beginner | Intermediate,Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T191458Z
CREATED:20260505T212641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T191458Z
UID:10002970-1785780000-1785783000@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Obedience: Pre-Novice
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: Mastery of Beginner Obedience objectives. \nAs well as learning new exercises\, Pre-Novice students will refine the skills they learned in the Beginner Obedience class. \nStudents in Pre-Novice class must master a level of criteria prior to advancing to a Novice level class with Instructor approval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeeling Skills:\n\nFocus on handler/engagement between handler and dog (use of high-value treats)\nAppropriate marking and rewarding of behavior\nProper leash handling\nUse of commands\nHeel position; auto sit in heel position upon halting\nAbout turn\, U-turn\, Quarter turns on a pivot (left and right)\nGait changes (slow/fast)\nReverse and call to front\nDog is under control at all times\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommands:\n\nHeel position (set up\, get in\, etc.)\nSit\nDown\nSit and stand for exam\nFinishes (swing and around)\nStay/wait at end of leash (one minute stay on sit and down)\nFront/come at 40 feet (recalls)\n\n\n\n\n\nFigure Eight:\nHandler pacing remains the same while dog speeds up or slows down to accommodate the handler.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/obedience-pre-novice-3-2/2026-08-03/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Obedience,Obedience: Pre-Novice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T212707Z
CREATED:20260714T212707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T212707Z
UID:10021756-1785780000-1785783000@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Nose Work: Intermediate | Advanced
DESCRIPTION:Nose Work was developed to provide all dogs with an outlet to use their natural hunting and scenting abilities and is modeled after working detector dogs. All dogs can take part in a nose work class; young\, healthy\, old\, timid\, or reactive. The purpose of nose work is to engage the dog in the game\, teach the handler how to read their dog\, and build a team relationship all while having fun. The sport and instructors of K9 Nose Work® are overseen by the National Association of Canine Scent Work. \nBefore you say “yes” or “no” to taking a Nose Work class\, there is one hard and fast rule that we must insist on — all dogs must be crated or in your car when they are not searching. There are two reasons for this: \n\nNose work is instinctual for dogs. Any dog near the search area could be perceived as competition and could change a dog’s behavior. Safety first!\nSo much can be learned by observing another dog’s work and you really can’t do that if you are focusing on your own dog.\n\nPlease note: All teams new to nose work have a wait list and limited spaces are available to experienced teams. Contact the Director of Nose Work (jadoes55@gmail.com) to be added to the wait list. \nMore Information: \nIf you would like information about nose work or information about classes at NOCI\, please contact Jim Doescher directly at jadoes55@gmail.com. \nFor more information on Nose Work in general\, you can go to www.NACSW.net.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/nose-work-intermediate-advanced/2026-08-03/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Nose Work,Nose Work: Intermediate | Advanced
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T193036Z
CREATED:20260714T192238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T193036Z
UID:10005136-1785866400-1785869400@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Obedience: Novice
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: Pre-Novice class skills and approval from the Pre-Novice instructor or with approval from the NOCI Director of Training. \nIn this class you will refine the skills developed in the Pre-Novice class and ultimately have the skills necessary to show your dog at the Beginner Novice or Novice level in AKC or UKC to achieve the Beginner Novice (BN) title\, or Novice level to achieve the Companion Dog (CD) title. \nShowing your dog is certainly not mandatory\, but that is the standard you will be training up to. Anyone who has met the criteria to be in a Novice class is welcome. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nExercises to be Refined:\n\nOn and off leash heeling\nFigure eights\nSit & stand for exam\nA 40′ recall on the flat and a recall over a high jump\nGroup exercises consisting of a one-minute sit/stay and one minute down/stay\nA sit/stay while the handler walks around the room\nSit/stay — get your leash exercise\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHandler Skills:\n\nFootwork\nHand position\nNon-verbal cues
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/obedience-novice-5/2026-08-04/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Obedience,Obedience: Novice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T190000
DTSTAMP:20260714T205941Z
CREATED:20260714T205941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T205941Z
UID:10018491-1786039200-1786042800@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Agility: Beginner | Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:This class continues the elemental work from the Foundation class and builds on it towards full size equipment. The curriculum will progress with a focus on Distance\, Distraction\, and Duration of training behaviors that will be built in agility. These are the 3D’s of training a fluid performance in the future. In this class the A-frame will be going upwards towards a full height when dogs are confident as well as the dog walk. Teeter banging and climbing will be built towards performing a complete teeter. Jump work will continue with small skill sets building up towards sequencing. Participants in this class will be directed to add a jump towards weaves and a jump toward contacts and vice versa when teams are ready. Dogs will begin to perform angles towards obstacles and turns upon exits. Handlers will learn to train and perform common sequences to add confidence for the dogs towards doing coursework. Progress in weave-pole training with emphasis on this continuing at home to allow for a confident weaver will be ongoing. \nNote\, it is difficult to train a dog to weave in a once-a-week class\, so it is VERY important for teams to follow up at home or a rental time with this as homework. \nHandlers will continue with handling skills on an ongoing basis with importance on connection with the dog\, cuing the obstacles\, and support of those cues to help the dog with commitment. Obstacle discrimination will be introduced. The handler will learn how to change directions with a post turn\, a front cross\, a rear cross\, and a blind cross is. The handler will begin to learn how and when to perform these handling moves. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrerequisite: Previous foundation class and director/instructor approval.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/agility-beginner-intermediate-3/2026-08-06/
CATEGORIES:Agility,Agility: Beginner | Intermediate,Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T191458Z
CREATED:20260505T212641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T191458Z
UID:10002971-1786384800-1786387800@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Obedience: Pre-Novice
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: Mastery of Beginner Obedience objectives. \nAs well as learning new exercises\, Pre-Novice students will refine the skills they learned in the Beginner Obedience class. \nStudents in Pre-Novice class must master a level of criteria prior to advancing to a Novice level class with Instructor approval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeeling Skills:\n\nFocus on handler/engagement between handler and dog (use of high-value treats)\nAppropriate marking and rewarding of behavior\nProper leash handling\nUse of commands\nHeel position; auto sit in heel position upon halting\nAbout turn\, U-turn\, Quarter turns on a pivot (left and right)\nGait changes (slow/fast)\nReverse and call to front\nDog is under control at all times\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommands:\n\nHeel position (set up\, get in\, etc.)\nSit\nDown\nSit and stand for exam\nFinishes (swing and around)\nStay/wait at end of leash (one minute stay on sit and down)\nFront/come at 40 feet (recalls)\n\n\n\n\n\nFigure Eight:\nHandler pacing remains the same while dog speeds up or slows down to accommodate the handler.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/obedience-pre-novice-3-2/2026-08-10/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Obedience,Obedience: Pre-Novice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T212707Z
CREATED:20260714T212707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T212707Z
UID:10021757-1786384800-1786387800@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Nose Work: Intermediate | Advanced
DESCRIPTION:Nose Work was developed to provide all dogs with an outlet to use their natural hunting and scenting abilities and is modeled after working detector dogs. All dogs can take part in a nose work class; young\, healthy\, old\, timid\, or reactive. The purpose of nose work is to engage the dog in the game\, teach the handler how to read their dog\, and build a team relationship all while having fun. The sport and instructors of K9 Nose Work® are overseen by the National Association of Canine Scent Work. \nBefore you say “yes” or “no” to taking a Nose Work class\, there is one hard and fast rule that we must insist on — all dogs must be crated or in your car when they are not searching. There are two reasons for this: \n\nNose work is instinctual for dogs. Any dog near the search area could be perceived as competition and could change a dog’s behavior. Safety first!\nSo much can be learned by observing another dog’s work and you really can’t do that if you are focusing on your own dog.\n\nPlease note: All teams new to nose work have a wait list and limited spaces are available to experienced teams. Contact the Director of Nose Work (jadoes55@gmail.com) to be added to the wait list. \nMore Information: \nIf you would like information about nose work or information about classes at NOCI\, please contact Jim Doescher directly at jadoes55@gmail.com. \nFor more information on Nose Work in general\, you can go to www.NACSW.net.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/nose-work-intermediate-advanced/2026-08-10/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Nose Work,Nose Work: Intermediate | Advanced
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T193036Z
CREATED:20260714T192238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T193036Z
UID:10005137-1786471200-1786474200@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Obedience: Novice
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: Pre-Novice class skills and approval from the Pre-Novice instructor or with approval from the NOCI Director of Training. \nIn this class you will refine the skills developed in the Pre-Novice class and ultimately have the skills necessary to show your dog at the Beginner Novice or Novice level in AKC or UKC to achieve the Beginner Novice (BN) title\, or Novice level to achieve the Companion Dog (CD) title. \nShowing your dog is certainly not mandatory\, but that is the standard you will be training up to. Anyone who has met the criteria to be in a Novice class is welcome. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nExercises to be Refined:\n\nOn and off leash heeling\nFigure eights\nSit & stand for exam\nA 40′ recall on the flat and a recall over a high jump\nGroup exercises consisting of a one-minute sit/stay and one minute down/stay\nA sit/stay while the handler walks around the room\nSit/stay — get your leash exercise\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHandler Skills:\n\nFootwork\nHand position\nNon-verbal cues
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/obedience-novice-5/2026-08-11/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Obedience,Obedience: Novice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T190000
DTSTAMP:20260714T205941Z
CREATED:20260714T205941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T205941Z
UID:10018492-1786644000-1786647600@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Agility: Beginner | Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:This class continues the elemental work from the Foundation class and builds on it towards full size equipment. The curriculum will progress with a focus on Distance\, Distraction\, and Duration of training behaviors that will be built in agility. These are the 3D’s of training a fluid performance in the future. In this class the A-frame will be going upwards towards a full height when dogs are confident as well as the dog walk. Teeter banging and climbing will be built towards performing a complete teeter. Jump work will continue with small skill sets building up towards sequencing. Participants in this class will be directed to add a jump towards weaves and a jump toward contacts and vice versa when teams are ready. Dogs will begin to perform angles towards obstacles and turns upon exits. Handlers will learn to train and perform common sequences to add confidence for the dogs towards doing coursework. Progress in weave-pole training with emphasis on this continuing at home to allow for a confident weaver will be ongoing. \nNote\, it is difficult to train a dog to weave in a once-a-week class\, so it is VERY important for teams to follow up at home or a rental time with this as homework. \nHandlers will continue with handling skills on an ongoing basis with importance on connection with the dog\, cuing the obstacles\, and support of those cues to help the dog with commitment. Obstacle discrimination will be introduced. The handler will learn how to change directions with a post turn\, a front cross\, a rear cross\, and a blind cross is. The handler will begin to learn how and when to perform these handling moves. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrerequisite: Previous foundation class and director/instructor approval.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/agility-beginner-intermediate-3/2026-08-13/
CATEGORIES:Agility,Agility: Beginner | Intermediate,Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T191458Z
CREATED:20260505T212641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T191458Z
UID:10002972-1786989600-1786992600@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Obedience: Pre-Novice
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: Mastery of Beginner Obedience objectives. \nAs well as learning new exercises\, Pre-Novice students will refine the skills they learned in the Beginner Obedience class. \nStudents in Pre-Novice class must master a level of criteria prior to advancing to a Novice level class with Instructor approval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeeling Skills:\n\nFocus on handler/engagement between handler and dog (use of high-value treats)\nAppropriate marking and rewarding of behavior\nProper leash handling\nUse of commands\nHeel position; auto sit in heel position upon halting\nAbout turn\, U-turn\, Quarter turns on a pivot (left and right)\nGait changes (slow/fast)\nReverse and call to front\nDog is under control at all times\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommands:\n\nHeel position (set up\, get in\, etc.)\nSit\nDown\nSit and stand for exam\nFinishes (swing and around)\nStay/wait at end of leash (one minute stay on sit and down)\nFront/come at 40 feet (recalls)\n\n\n\n\n\nFigure Eight:\nHandler pacing remains the same while dog speeds up or slows down to accommodate the handler.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/obedience-pre-novice-3-2/2026-08-17/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Obedience,Obedience: Pre-Novice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T212707Z
CREATED:20260714T212707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T212707Z
UID:10021758-1786989600-1786992600@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Nose Work: Intermediate | Advanced
DESCRIPTION:Nose Work was developed to provide all dogs with an outlet to use their natural hunting and scenting abilities and is modeled after working detector dogs. All dogs can take part in a nose work class; young\, healthy\, old\, timid\, or reactive. The purpose of nose work is to engage the dog in the game\, teach the handler how to read their dog\, and build a team relationship all while having fun. The sport and instructors of K9 Nose Work® are overseen by the National Association of Canine Scent Work. \nBefore you say “yes” or “no” to taking a Nose Work class\, there is one hard and fast rule that we must insist on — all dogs must be crated or in your car when they are not searching. There are two reasons for this: \n\nNose work is instinctual for dogs. Any dog near the search area could be perceived as competition and could change a dog’s behavior. Safety first!\nSo much can be learned by observing another dog’s work and you really can’t do that if you are focusing on your own dog.\n\nPlease note: All teams new to nose work have a wait list and limited spaces are available to experienced teams. Contact the Director of Nose Work (jadoes55@gmail.com) to be added to the wait list. \nMore Information: \nIf you would like information about nose work or information about classes at NOCI\, please contact Jim Doescher directly at jadoes55@gmail.com. \nFor more information on Nose Work in general\, you can go to www.NACSW.net.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/nose-work-intermediate-advanced/2026-08-17/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Nose Work,Nose Work: Intermediate | Advanced
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T193036Z
CREATED:20260714T192238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T193036Z
UID:10005138-1787076000-1787079000@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Obedience: Novice
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: Pre-Novice class skills and approval from the Pre-Novice instructor or with approval from the NOCI Director of Training. \nIn this class you will refine the skills developed in the Pre-Novice class and ultimately have the skills necessary to show your dog at the Beginner Novice or Novice level in AKC or UKC to achieve the Beginner Novice (BN) title\, or Novice level to achieve the Companion Dog (CD) title. \nShowing your dog is certainly not mandatory\, but that is the standard you will be training up to. Anyone who has met the criteria to be in a Novice class is welcome. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nExercises to be Refined:\n\nOn and off leash heeling\nFigure eights\nSit & stand for exam\nA 40′ recall on the flat and a recall over a high jump\nGroup exercises consisting of a one-minute sit/stay and one minute down/stay\nA sit/stay while the handler walks around the room\nSit/stay — get your leash exercise\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHandler Skills:\n\nFootwork\nHand position\nNon-verbal cues
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/obedience-novice-5/2026-08-18/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Obedience,Obedience: Novice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T190000
DTSTAMP:20260714T205941Z
CREATED:20260714T205941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T205941Z
UID:10018493-1787248800-1787252400@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Agility: Beginner | Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:This class continues the elemental work from the Foundation class and builds on it towards full size equipment. The curriculum will progress with a focus on Distance\, Distraction\, and Duration of training behaviors that will be built in agility. These are the 3D’s of training a fluid performance in the future. In this class the A-frame will be going upwards towards a full height when dogs are confident as well as the dog walk. Teeter banging and climbing will be built towards performing a complete teeter. Jump work will continue with small skill sets building up towards sequencing. Participants in this class will be directed to add a jump towards weaves and a jump toward contacts and vice versa when teams are ready. Dogs will begin to perform angles towards obstacles and turns upon exits. Handlers will learn to train and perform common sequences to add confidence for the dogs towards doing coursework. Progress in weave-pole training with emphasis on this continuing at home to allow for a confident weaver will be ongoing. \nNote\, it is difficult to train a dog to weave in a once-a-week class\, so it is VERY important for teams to follow up at home or a rental time with this as homework. \nHandlers will continue with handling skills on an ongoing basis with importance on connection with the dog\, cuing the obstacles\, and support of those cues to help the dog with commitment. Obstacle discrimination will be introduced. The handler will learn how to change directions with a post turn\, a front cross\, a rear cross\, and a blind cross is. The handler will begin to learn how and when to perform these handling moves. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrerequisite: Previous foundation class and director/instructor approval.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/agility-beginner-intermediate-3/2026-08-20/
CATEGORIES:Agility,Agility: Beginner | Intermediate,Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T191458Z
CREATED:20260505T212641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T191458Z
UID:10002973-1787594400-1787597400@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Obedience: Pre-Novice
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: Mastery of Beginner Obedience objectives. \nAs well as learning new exercises\, Pre-Novice students will refine the skills they learned in the Beginner Obedience class. \nStudents in Pre-Novice class must master a level of criteria prior to advancing to a Novice level class with Instructor approval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeeling Skills:\n\nFocus on handler/engagement between handler and dog (use of high-value treats)\nAppropriate marking and rewarding of behavior\nProper leash handling\nUse of commands\nHeel position; auto sit in heel position upon halting\nAbout turn\, U-turn\, Quarter turns on a pivot (left and right)\nGait changes (slow/fast)\nReverse and call to front\nDog is under control at all times\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommands:\n\nHeel position (set up\, get in\, etc.)\nSit\nDown\nSit and stand for exam\nFinishes (swing and around)\nStay/wait at end of leash (one minute stay on sit and down)\nFront/come at 40 feet (recalls)\n\n\n\n\n\nFigure Eight:\nHandler pacing remains the same while dog speeds up or slows down to accommodate the handler.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/obedience-pre-novice-3-2/2026-08-24/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Obedience,Obedience: Pre-Novice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T212707Z
CREATED:20260714T212707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T212707Z
UID:10021759-1787594400-1787597400@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Nose Work: Intermediate | Advanced
DESCRIPTION:Nose Work was developed to provide all dogs with an outlet to use their natural hunting and scenting abilities and is modeled after working detector dogs. All dogs can take part in a nose work class; young\, healthy\, old\, timid\, or reactive. The purpose of nose work is to engage the dog in the game\, teach the handler how to read their dog\, and build a team relationship all while having fun. The sport and instructors of K9 Nose Work® are overseen by the National Association of Canine Scent Work. \nBefore you say “yes” or “no” to taking a Nose Work class\, there is one hard and fast rule that we must insist on — all dogs must be crated or in your car when they are not searching. There are two reasons for this: \n\nNose work is instinctual for dogs. Any dog near the search area could be perceived as competition and could change a dog’s behavior. Safety first!\nSo much can be learned by observing another dog’s work and you really can’t do that if you are focusing on your own dog.\n\nPlease note: All teams new to nose work have a wait list and limited spaces are available to experienced teams. Contact the Director of Nose Work (jadoes55@gmail.com) to be added to the wait list. \nMore Information: \nIf you would like information about nose work or information about classes at NOCI\, please contact Jim Doescher directly at jadoes55@gmail.com. \nFor more information on Nose Work in general\, you can go to www.NACSW.net.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/nose-work-intermediate-advanced/2026-08-24/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Nose Work,Nose Work: Intermediate | Advanced
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T193036Z
CREATED:20260714T192238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T193036Z
UID:10005139-1787680800-1787683800@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Obedience: Novice
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: Pre-Novice class skills and approval from the Pre-Novice instructor or with approval from the NOCI Director of Training. \nIn this class you will refine the skills developed in the Pre-Novice class and ultimately have the skills necessary to show your dog at the Beginner Novice or Novice level in AKC or UKC to achieve the Beginner Novice (BN) title\, or Novice level to achieve the Companion Dog (CD) title. \nShowing your dog is certainly not mandatory\, but that is the standard you will be training up to. Anyone who has met the criteria to be in a Novice class is welcome. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nExercises to be Refined:\n\nOn and off leash heeling\nFigure eights\nSit & stand for exam\nA 40′ recall on the flat and a recall over a high jump\nGroup exercises consisting of a one-minute sit/stay and one minute down/stay\nA sit/stay while the handler walks around the room\nSit/stay — get your leash exercise\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHandler Skills:\n\nFootwork\nHand position\nNon-verbal cues
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/obedience-novice-5/2026-08-25/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Obedience,Obedience: Novice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T190000
DTSTAMP:20260714T205941Z
CREATED:20260714T205941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T205941Z
UID:10018494-1787853600-1787857200@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Agility: Beginner | Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:This class continues the elemental work from the Foundation class and builds on it towards full size equipment. The curriculum will progress with a focus on Distance\, Distraction\, and Duration of training behaviors that will be built in agility. These are the 3D’s of training a fluid performance in the future. In this class the A-frame will be going upwards towards a full height when dogs are confident as well as the dog walk. Teeter banging and climbing will be built towards performing a complete teeter. Jump work will continue with small skill sets building up towards sequencing. Participants in this class will be directed to add a jump towards weaves and a jump toward contacts and vice versa when teams are ready. Dogs will begin to perform angles towards obstacles and turns upon exits. Handlers will learn to train and perform common sequences to add confidence for the dogs towards doing coursework. Progress in weave-pole training with emphasis on this continuing at home to allow for a confident weaver will be ongoing. \nNote\, it is difficult to train a dog to weave in a once-a-week class\, so it is VERY important for teams to follow up at home or a rental time with this as homework. \nHandlers will continue with handling skills on an ongoing basis with importance on connection with the dog\, cuing the obstacles\, and support of those cues to help the dog with commitment. Obstacle discrimination will be introduced. The handler will learn how to change directions with a post turn\, a front cross\, a rear cross\, and a blind cross is. The handler will begin to learn how and when to perform these handling moves. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrerequisite: Previous foundation class and director/instructor approval.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/agility-beginner-intermediate-3/2026-08-27/
CATEGORIES:Agility,Agility: Beginner | Intermediate,Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260831T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260831T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T191458Z
CREATED:20260505T212641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T191458Z
UID:10002974-1788199200-1788202200@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Obedience: Pre-Novice
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: Mastery of Beginner Obedience objectives. \nAs well as learning new exercises\, Pre-Novice students will refine the skills they learned in the Beginner Obedience class. \nStudents in Pre-Novice class must master a level of criteria prior to advancing to a Novice level class with Instructor approval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeeling Skills:\n\nFocus on handler/engagement between handler and dog (use of high-value treats)\nAppropriate marking and rewarding of behavior\nProper leash handling\nUse of commands\nHeel position; auto sit in heel position upon halting\nAbout turn\, U-turn\, Quarter turns on a pivot (left and right)\nGait changes (slow/fast)\nReverse and call to front\nDog is under control at all times\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommands:\n\nHeel position (set up\, get in\, etc.)\nSit\nDown\nSit and stand for exam\nFinishes (swing and around)\nStay/wait at end of leash (one minute stay on sit and down)\nFront/come at 40 feet (recalls)\n\n\n\n\n\nFigure Eight:\nHandler pacing remains the same while dog speeds up or slows down to accommodate the handler.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/obedience-pre-novice-3-2/2026-08-31/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Obedience,Obedience: Pre-Novice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260831T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260831T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T212707Z
CREATED:20260714T212707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T212707Z
UID:10021760-1788199200-1788202200@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Nose Work: Intermediate | Advanced
DESCRIPTION:Nose Work was developed to provide all dogs with an outlet to use their natural hunting and scenting abilities and is modeled after working detector dogs. All dogs can take part in a nose work class; young\, healthy\, old\, timid\, or reactive. The purpose of nose work is to engage the dog in the game\, teach the handler how to read their dog\, and build a team relationship all while having fun. The sport and instructors of K9 Nose Work® are overseen by the National Association of Canine Scent Work. \nBefore you say “yes” or “no” to taking a Nose Work class\, there is one hard and fast rule that we must insist on — all dogs must be crated or in your car when they are not searching. There are two reasons for this: \n\nNose work is instinctual for dogs. Any dog near the search area could be perceived as competition and could change a dog’s behavior. Safety first!\nSo much can be learned by observing another dog’s work and you really can’t do that if you are focusing on your own dog.\n\nPlease note: All teams new to nose work have a wait list and limited spaces are available to experienced teams. Contact the Director of Nose Work (jadoes55@gmail.com) to be added to the wait list. \nMore Information: \nIf you would like information about nose work or information about classes at NOCI\, please contact Jim Doescher directly at jadoes55@gmail.com. \nFor more information on Nose Work in general\, you can go to www.NACSW.net.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/nose-work-intermediate-advanced/2026-08-31/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Nose Work,Nose Work: Intermediate | Advanced
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T193036Z
CREATED:20260714T192238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T193036Z
UID:10005140-1788285600-1788288600@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Obedience: Novice
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: Pre-Novice class skills and approval from the Pre-Novice instructor or with approval from the NOCI Director of Training. \nIn this class you will refine the skills developed in the Pre-Novice class and ultimately have the skills necessary to show your dog at the Beginner Novice or Novice level in AKC or UKC to achieve the Beginner Novice (BN) title\, or Novice level to achieve the Companion Dog (CD) title. \nShowing your dog is certainly not mandatory\, but that is the standard you will be training up to. Anyone who has met the criteria to be in a Novice class is welcome. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nExercises to be Refined:\n\nOn and off leash heeling\nFigure eights\nSit & stand for exam\nA 40′ recall on the flat and a recall over a high jump\nGroup exercises consisting of a one-minute sit/stay and one minute down/stay\nA sit/stay while the handler walks around the room\nSit/stay — get your leash exercise\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHandler Skills:\n\nFootwork\nHand position\nNon-verbal cues
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/obedience-novice-5/2026-09-01/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Obedience,Obedience: Novice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T190000
DTSTAMP:20260714T205941Z
CREATED:20260714T205941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T205941Z
UID:10018495-1788458400-1788462000@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Agility: Beginner | Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:This class continues the elemental work from the Foundation class and builds on it towards full size equipment. The curriculum will progress with a focus on Distance\, Distraction\, and Duration of training behaviors that will be built in agility. These are the 3D’s of training a fluid performance in the future. In this class the A-frame will be going upwards towards a full height when dogs are confident as well as the dog walk. Teeter banging and climbing will be built towards performing a complete teeter. Jump work will continue with small skill sets building up towards sequencing. Participants in this class will be directed to add a jump towards weaves and a jump toward contacts and vice versa when teams are ready. Dogs will begin to perform angles towards obstacles and turns upon exits. Handlers will learn to train and perform common sequences to add confidence for the dogs towards doing coursework. Progress in weave-pole training with emphasis on this continuing at home to allow for a confident weaver will be ongoing. \nNote\, it is difficult to train a dog to weave in a once-a-week class\, so it is VERY important for teams to follow up at home or a rental time with this as homework. \nHandlers will continue with handling skills on an ongoing basis with importance on connection with the dog\, cuing the obstacles\, and support of those cues to help the dog with commitment. Obstacle discrimination will be introduced. The handler will learn how to change directions with a post turn\, a front cross\, a rear cross\, and a blind cross is. The handler will begin to learn how and when to perform these handling moves. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrerequisite: Previous foundation class and director/instructor approval.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/agility-beginner-intermediate-3/2026-09-03/
CATEGORIES:Agility,Agility: Beginner | Intermediate,Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260907T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260907T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T191458Z
CREATED:20260505T212641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T191458Z
UID:10002975-1788804000-1788807000@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Obedience: Pre-Novice
DESCRIPTION:Prerequisite: Mastery of Beginner Obedience objectives. \nAs well as learning new exercises\, Pre-Novice students will refine the skills they learned in the Beginner Obedience class. \nStudents in Pre-Novice class must master a level of criteria prior to advancing to a Novice level class with Instructor approval. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeeling Skills:\n\nFocus on handler/engagement between handler and dog (use of high-value treats)\nAppropriate marking and rewarding of behavior\nProper leash handling\nUse of commands\nHeel position; auto sit in heel position upon halting\nAbout turn\, U-turn\, Quarter turns on a pivot (left and right)\nGait changes (slow/fast)\nReverse and call to front\nDog is under control at all times\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommands:\n\nHeel position (set up\, get in\, etc.)\nSit\nDown\nSit and stand for exam\nFinishes (swing and around)\nStay/wait at end of leash (one minute stay on sit and down)\nFront/come at 40 feet (recalls)\n\n\n\n\n\nFigure Eight:\nHandler pacing remains the same while dog speeds up or slows down to accommodate the handler.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/obedience-pre-novice-3-2/2026-09-07/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Obedience,Obedience: Pre-Novice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260907T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260907T185000
DTSTAMP:20260714T212707Z
CREATED:20260714T212707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T212707Z
UID:10021761-1788804000-1788807000@temp.northwestobedienceclub.org
SUMMARY:Nose Work: Intermediate | Advanced
DESCRIPTION:Nose Work was developed to provide all dogs with an outlet to use their natural hunting and scenting abilities and is modeled after working detector dogs. All dogs can take part in a nose work class; young\, healthy\, old\, timid\, or reactive. The purpose of nose work is to engage the dog in the game\, teach the handler how to read their dog\, and build a team relationship all while having fun. The sport and instructors of K9 Nose Work® are overseen by the National Association of Canine Scent Work. \nBefore you say “yes” or “no” to taking a Nose Work class\, there is one hard and fast rule that we must insist on — all dogs must be crated or in your car when they are not searching. There are two reasons for this: \n\nNose work is instinctual for dogs. Any dog near the search area could be perceived as competition and could change a dog’s behavior. Safety first!\nSo much can be learned by observing another dog’s work and you really can’t do that if you are focusing on your own dog.\n\nPlease note: All teams new to nose work have a wait list and limited spaces are available to experienced teams. Contact the Director of Nose Work (jadoes55@gmail.com) to be added to the wait list. \nMore Information: \nIf you would like information about nose work or information about classes at NOCI\, please contact Jim Doescher directly at jadoes55@gmail.com. \nFor more information on Nose Work in general\, you can go to www.NACSW.net.
URL:https://temp.northwestobedienceclub.org/event/nose-work-intermediate-advanced/2026-09-07/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Nose Work,Nose Work: Intermediate | Advanced
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR