Timberidge Goldendoodles brought home a handful of rosettes this weekend after traveling to Columbus to compete in a World Cynosport Rally Obedience show. Abria qualified and placed in all four trials earning her Rally Level 1 (RL1) title, an Award of Excellence, and a first place to boot! Moses also received his RL1 title and placed in all of his qualifying legs, even taking first in one trial. We’re excited about their accomplishments and already have our sights set on earning Rally Level 2 titles in the future.
Rally obedience is a team sport in which the handler and dog navigate through an obstacle course, completing a series of exercises in order before the time runs out. Rally Level 1 emphasizes on-lead heeling and employs basic obedience commands such as sit, down, stand, and stay. The obedience course is mapped out through a series of signs that the team follows. World Cynosport (literally “canine sports”) is an organization that sponsors rally obedience and agility shows for both pure and hybrid dogs. Positive reinforcement is key to training a dog, and it’s important to keep training sessions fun. One of our favorite aspects of Cynosport is that the organization understands and emphasizes that. Handlers are encouraged to praise their dogs not just in training but also while in the show ring! Since rally level 1 encompasses basic obedience commands while on a leash, RL1 a great goal for your mini goldendoodle puppy after passing the CGC test. You will find that Cynosport events are friendly and fun to compete in, even for the novice.
Click here for the RL1 exercise signs and more for information visit World Cynosport.
