Hog Dog Productions, LLCAgility Lessons
Bridget McKnight currently competes at the national levels of both USDAA and AKC with her Border Collies: MACH2 ADCH Kestrel, MACH2 ADCH Molly, a rescue and ADCH Renny AX MXJ. Rescue dog Squid NAJ, SJ, SG and puppy Desmo complete the pack.
Kestrel is a 06,07,09 and 2010 USDAA Grand Prix finalist, an 07, 08, 09 and 2011 AKC Nationals finalist and was third in the 2008 USDAA Steeplechase finals.
Molly is a 2010 AKC Nationals finalist and a 2007 and 2010 USDAA Grand Prix finalist. Molly's 2010 USDAA Nationals Dog Agility Masters team also finished 2nd place overall.
Renny made his first trip to the USDAA Nationals in 2009 and was a Dog Agility Masters team finalist and at the 2010 USDAA Nationals he won the 26" European Standard class.
Bridget, Kestrel and Molly have competed at the AKC World Team Tryouts and have placed in, or won, numerous classes at national and regional events. Bridget and Kestrel also finished 5th in the IFCS world team tryouts in 2009.
Bridget's start in agility was with her Jack Russell Terrier and her Whippets. Her philosophy is that agility should be fun for both dog and Handler, end of story! Strong foundation training, consistent handling cues and a strong relationship with your canine partner are the building blocks for success.
Bridget’s students are excelling in the agility ring as well with several AKC and USDAA National finalists and placements and many representing their breeds at the AKC Invitational each year.
The McKnight's enjoy a lot of other dog sports incuding herding, tracking and dock diving. In their free time they're usually out hiking.
Classes and private lessons available. You can learn more about Bridget on her website, Dog Star Performance Please contact Bridget directly at: eggroo@gmail.com
Beginner level:
Foundation class for dogs new to agility. This class will introduce obstacles in a safe and fun manner. Handlers will begin learning the skills necessary to effectively guide a dog through an agility course. Attention games will be incorporated to help build drive and focus. Dogs will also be learning obedience for agility along the way.
Novice/Open level:
This class is geared toward dog and handler teams currently showing at the Novice and Open levels, or just getting ready to start their trialing careers. Obstacle performance will be strengthened with positive reinforcement. Teams will be challenged with coursework and sequences designed to help develop consistent handling cues. Handlers will learn how to effectively walk a course, strategize and execute plans.
Masters class:
Class focus will be geared toward masters level teams. Maintaining obstacle performance while dealing with masters level challenges through coursework, sequences and games. Decision-making and execution of plans on course as well as distance work, discrimination and handler timing will all be covered.
Class cost is $150 for a six week session.
