I had mentioned before about there being different types of movement a dog can have to propel itself through the Weavepoles. No one way is incorrect, but the difference is speed and efficiency. My goal is to keep Tarot on track with the movement she is learning by using the Channel Weaves. Although Niven’s foundation is with the Channel Poles, closing them too early and having AKC change to 24” spacing between poles caused her adjust. I did think about re-training, but at her age and level, I have decided to let it be what it has become.
The movement method will depend on many factors:
- Length and height of dog
- Bone and weight of dog
- Speed of dog
- Spacing between poles (18”, 20”, 22”, & 24” with 24” being AKC standard)
- Foundation training (method)
- Something drastic changed
“Two Legs to a Side” will have the dog moving the front legs separate from the rear legs, appearing to bounce around each pole. (Niven)
“Split Legs” will have the dog run a straight line, keeping the right legs on one side and left legs on the other making the dog appear to dive around each pole. (Tarot)
Video is about 30 seconds
Enjoy!
Joyce
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