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USDAA uniqueness .... Pairs Relay Games!

STARTER RELAY CLASS! Starter Relay Class consist of 2 team members, usually consist of participants form the Small & Medium Class (12" & 16") and the Medium & Large Class (22' & 26"). However there are always exception in event where the relay grouping are not in even numbers. The Relay Class can consists minimum 14 obstacles where the Pause Table are excluded since it is usually used as an exchange baton area. Each Section must include minimum 1 contact obstacle for each dog. This is where the team can strategize who is better in which contact obstacle thus improve the overall timing and the chances to qualify for the title. In the exchange area, baton are not suppose to drop on the field or being thrown to the other member of the team. Drop or throwing the baton will incur 10 to 20 point faults to be added to the overall timing of the run. This is a TIME + FAULTS scoring system, therefore the team will the quickest time will win the class. However in order to qualify, you run must be within the stipulated course time. Have fun and stay positive!

What kind of events does USDAA have? USDAA and its growing number of licensed groups across North America host agility certification classes to test a competitor's expertise in training and handling such that they fully demonstrate a dog's natural agility pursuant to standards established by USDAA's board of directors. Participants may earn certification titles, such as Agility Dog®, Advanced Agility Dog® and Master Agility Dog® in USDAA's Championship Program, as well as titles offered through the USDAA Junior Handler Program and Performance Program. Certification titles are offered for both standard and nonstandard classes – standard agility, gambler's choice, snooker agility, jumpers and relay – to provide recognition for a wide variety of accomplishments. For those who excel, competitors may earn the coveted Agility Dog Champion® title, and continue to measure their excellence through bronze, silver, gold and platinum level designations in each class. Similar titles are offered in USDAA's Performance Program. USDAA's competitive tournament events include the prestigious Grand Prix of Dog Agility® World Championships, Dog Agility Steeplechase® and Dog Agility Masters® International Three-Dog Team Championship. Since the Grand Prix's inception in 1988, the tournament has grown to include more than 150 qualifying events each year that are held across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Bermuda and Japan. The local qualifying events lead to regional championships and the World Championships. The Dog Agility Masters® team championships is a pentathlon event, which is promoted internationally, and the Dog Agility Steeplechase® championship features speed in jumping competition and carrying cash prizes up to more than $25,000 each year. Championships for all three tournaments are held as signature events at USDAA's World Cynosport® Games each fall.

This morning PETS DAY OUT at ION Orchard was a blast! Thanks to all who turn out and stay in scorching hot sun.... excellent games Musical Chair, What will your Dog Eat?, Fancy Dress and Frisbee Freestyle Demo by Millie & Dexter. Keep watch for this page more photos, videos will be available soon.

There will be a FREE CLICKER WORKSHOP or SEMINAR open to Public. If you are keen to learn about Clicker Training, come join us this SUNDAY.

Yesterday I drove passed ION Orchard, the green carpet has been laid, decorations has been fixed, a huge doggie figuring has been uplifted. The stage has been set, so don't miss our this great doggie fun this Sunday, see you ya!

PETS DAY OUT at ION ORCHARD, 24 Mar, 9-11am !

PETS DAY OUT AT ION ORCHARD, 24 March 2013, SUN 9-11 am L1 ION2 (Outdoor event space) Everyone is invited to a morning of fun. All furry friends are welcome! Highlights ... Complimentary canapes by Doggie Style Cafe ... Complimentary instant photo prints by Photo Language ... Responsible pet ownership exhibition by AVA ... Adoption drive by SPCA ... Adoption drive by Cat Welfare Society ... Exciting entertainment and activities by PUPS! Come join us for a great morning of fun at Uptown ION ORCHARD.