I just signed Jackson up for agility!

[Britster]

The first class went great!

There was a "Goldendoodle", some sort of Spaniel/Beagle mix, a little Corgi, a German Shepherd mix, and one other dog, and Jackson, so 6 dogs total. Which is perfect for a class, I think! Jackson is the smallest, hehe. And all the dogs are friendly.

The trainer is super nice and seems pretty young. Definitely all positive trainer!

Jackson took to everything right away. She just went over the basics for the first ten minutes and we got a sit and a down from every dog - no problems. Initially, I think Jackson was confused why he couldn't go off leash like the dog park with all these other dogs in a nice fenced in place, haha. He kept looking at me like what the heck, man.

But then we started with low set jumps and I guided him over with a leash... he did fabulous! Then we practiced the tunnel and it took him a second just because the trainer had to hold his leash, and he didn't like that! Once he realized he was coming through the tunnel to get to ME, he was super happy to do it, and he began going through the tunnel like a champ within 60 seconds. We also started the a-frame and 'touch' making contact with it.

He, overall, REALLY seemed to enjoy it. He kept looking for more and he kept solid focus on me the whole time (I think the hot dogs I had in my pocket had something to do with that.... )

Oh, and at the end, he got the ultimate reward. He got to RUN RUN RUN off-leash with Baxter, the Beagle/Spaniel mix, for about 15 mins. before packing up.

[AllDogBoots]

Oh, Brit that sounds so perfect for Jackson! He did so well. I give you and Jackson so much credit. I can't even begin to imagne taking Cooper to a place like that.

[Lizzie07]

Sounds like your first class went really well! So glad to hear it. I just bet Jackson will be the class star.

[JERSEY BOY]

Awwww Jackson you make us all so proud!!!!! I just knew you would do great!

[Britster]

Thanks guys! I will keep you updated on his progress.

I really would like for him to pass his CGC (Canine Good Citizen) test as well. I think a few portions of the test would be difficult for him (like sitting still while stranger brushes him briefly and supervised separation) but I like having goals for us hehe and I think it's something we could work on.... the intermediate training classes that they offer at this particular facility ends with a CGC test and that class starts in January so I think we're going to aim to get him ready for it!

[alaskayorkie]

Awesome! Was hoping he'd like it. Those jumps and other things can be intimidating for a little guy! Thanks for the update. Can't wait for next week!

[kdhawks]

Originally Posted by Britster

Thanks guys! I will keep you updated on his progress.

I really would like for him to pass his CGC (Canine Good Citizen) test as well. I think a few portions of the test would be difficult for him (like sitting still while stranger brushes him briefly and supervised separation) but I like having goals for us hehe and I think it's something we could work on.... the intermediate training classes that they offer at this particular facility ends with a CGC test and that class starts in January so I think we're going to aim to get him ready for it!

Aww, I'm glad Jackson enjoyed his first agility class! It really does seem like agility would be his thing.

I've been looking into the CGC test for Levi as well. He does really well in most aspects of the program - we just REALLY need to work on coming when called. He gets so super excited and hyperactive sometimes that he isn't immediately responsive. Let me know if you guys decide to pursue this, as it is something I am really interested in.

[bj1]

Sounds like he had a ball. The place looks really nice.