Training Class Etiquette

[dogdayz]

Little dog has been muzzled at all times, didnt stop it chasing another dog at speed across the training ground but no physical harm done.

[Sparty]

doesnt that now classify it as a dangerous dog.. or is that just in QLD?

[haven]

To someone whose never been to this club, it sounds rather awful.

Here, here!

I feel for you guys having to put up with this sort of dangerous behaviour (from dogs and owners alike).

At my club a dog without a reliable on lead recall would certainly not be considered advanced level.

We also have strict rules on aggressive dogs:

Dogs with aggression issues are not allowed in advanced because it involves off lead work.

Dogs with aggression issues must wear a bright orange lead so others can clearly see it is not safe to approach.

Said dogs must not be left unattended at any time.

Should a similar incident occur (and it has) the dog is demoted from advanced until the issue is declared under control by a senior trainer. The owner would be required to muzzle the dog and keep it on an orange lead at all times. If they refused they would quite simply be asked to leave the class.

It's so unfortunate that your safety and that of your dogs, as well as your enjoyment of and commitment to training and doing the right thing has been marred by someone who most certainly should have known better.