Rally Obedience
Rally is all about Fun and Heeling. It is a relatively new sport that you can enjoy simply because you wish to teach your dog to heel nicely and reliably, or because you wish to compete and earn titles. Any dog, purebred or mixed breed, can compete in both CARO trials (Canadian Association of Rally Obedience) and Canadian Kennel Club trials. Both organizations offer trials on Vancouver Island.
Here is a video of what a Rally course in a trial may look like, made by our friend Donna Hill in Nanaimo:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAymvy_He5A
My darling French Bulldog Maggie has passed this course with distinction. This would not have been possible without the fine teachings of Karen and Bev. Both these ladies conveyed instructions clearly and with humour, making the hour fun and interesting for both dog and owner. Maggie and I thoroughly enjoyed the course and plan on being back for more next fall. With many thanks,
Mimi Hayes and Maggie Mc.F. Hayes
Duncan
I just wanted to touch base with you and give a big THANK YOU for your help with Kaiya. Kaiya is such a great dog. My mom and Step-dad came to visit last week, and they got on with Kaiya like gang-busters! She gave a few little grumbles to my step-dad the first evening when he was in the house, and then nothing. One walk and she fell in love with a few more family members. We still plan to continue Kaiya's training as discussed. Matt has worked with her so well that he takes her out into the big fields here and plays fetch with her off leash! I was very impressed.
Karin, Matt, and Kaiya
Mill Bay, BC
