Rally Obedience
Rally Obedience (Rally-O) is a relatively new dog
performance sport that is rapidly increasing in popularity. It
incorporates elements of traditional obedience while allowing for unlimited
communication between dog and handler and presenting new challenges each
time. Rally courses consist of obedience-type exercises (designated
by signs) arranged in a unique pattern that is designed for each event
by the judge. Dog handler teams negotiate the rally course on
their own without direction from the judge.
The Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) was the first organization
to sponsor Rally trials in the United States. APDT continues
to offer titles at 3 levels of increasing difficulty, multi-level championship
titles and national ranking awards.. The
exercises can be modified for disabled dogs and/or handlers. Although many of the exercises are similar,
APDT Rally uses courses that are more difficult and slightly longer than AKC
Rally, all exercises must be performed properly to qualify, and multiple commands
are penalized. In contrast, APDT allows petting and/or food rewards in
the ring after completion of some exercises, has bonus exercises at each level,
and, includes open and utility type exercises at higher levels. APDT
Rally trials feature a positive, and relaxed atmosphere, supportive of the
teamwork between dog and handler. Come learn about APDT Rally and give
it a try.
Wednesday. Level 1 Course
Run-throughs (without judge). 1 pm to ???.
Introduction to rally, course briefing and match, Following conformation judging.
Thursday. Levels 2/3 Nested Course
Run-throughs (without judge). 1 pm to ???
Introduction, to rally, course briefing and match. Following obedience
judging.
Cost $5.00 per dog per day. Additional runs $3 per dog per day. Unlimited
runs $10 per dog per day.