FitBO™

To register, payment must be made and the client form completed. 

I created this new low-impact sport modality to enhance subtle communication with our dogs as we strive to refine obedience training with precision in its execution, incorporating elements of canine fitness.

Our teams work together, moving smoothly from one station to the next. The real challenges are twofold: completing the behaviors at each station and maintaining a strong connection with your dog as you travel together toward the next challenge.

As the teams improve their performance, the level of challenge increases by incorporating a faster pace, while maintaining connection, and adding time requirements to complete the course.

Here is an example of some of the challenges and behaviors, along with their corresponding levels.

Sitting

Level 1: Sit on a platform – sloppy sit.

Level 2:  Sit on a platform in a sphinx (knees pointing forward, thighs parallel to the body)

Level 3: Duration- hold the sphinx for  “x” seconds.

Transitions

Level 1: Walk on a semi-loose leash to the next  station

Level 2: Walk to the next station on a loose leash

Level 3: Walk on a loose leash  and check in with the handler

Standing

Level 1: Stand for 3 seconds without shifting the weight between legs

Level 2: Increase the duration of a solid stand to 10 seconds

Level 3: Stand in a “stacked” position.

Level 4: Maintain the stacked position with distractions.

Movement with Precision

Level 1: Cavaletti on the ground, lured to maintain focus

Level 2: Cavaletti, less luring and trotting from point to point, end to end

Level 3: Cavaletti, trotting, no luring, focused forward.

All teams will have access to videos of the various challenges and behaviors, allowing them to practice at home.

The Details:

• Saturday, September 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th  from 10:00 am – 11:00 am

• The first date is a people-only orientation.

• Open to four dogs, ages 5 months and up, and their handlers.

• Dogs must be comfortable working around people and other dogs (no lunging or excessive barking at dogs or people).

• The class will be held In Tesuque and outside. Please bring layers and a hat.

• Address and venue directions will be provided after payment and registration.

• Vaccinations: Dogs must be up-to-date on their DHLPP vaccinations OR provide proof of a current titer test.

Fees: $213.76 (Santa Fe County tax has been added).

Registration: Registration closes on Monday, September 1st, or when class is full.

Trainer: Almudena Ortiz Cué M.A. CTC, CPDT, Tellington TTouch™ Cert., Canine Fitness and Conditioning Coach.

For new clients, you must complete the form on this page and submit the payment below before registering for this class. If you are a current (or have taken a class/private training with Almudena) C.H.A.C.O. Dog Training & Behavior Consulting, LLC. client, please complete the form on this page here.