What is Canine Freestyle?
About Dancing with Dogs
Is K9 freestyle physically demanding?
Dog owners develop dance routines to suit their physical abilities. Anyone can participate in dog dancing. Men, women, young, and old enjoy this dog sport. The dance routine is set to whatever music the dog owner enjoys. It can be soft, slow, loud, boogie woogie, rap, or any other style of music. The pet owner decides what music is best suited for his or her dance team.
Is dance experience required?
No dance experience is required to have fun with K9 freestyle. It is up to the dog owner to decide the dance steps and tricks the team performs. The dance moves can be as basic or advanced as the dog trainer desires. Even basic tricks make wonderful freestyle routines.
What should the dog know before beginning K9 freestyle?
The only thing dogs should be trained in before starting canine dancing is basic obedience commands. It's always a good idea to attend a basic obedience class before starting any dog sport, whether it is rally, performance obedience, agility, or freestyle. The dog should know the basic commands: sit, down, come, and stay. The dog should also be friendly around people and other dogs because freestyle is performed off leash.
How much time is needed training for K9 freestyle?
It is up to the dog owner how much time is spent training tricks for canine dancing. Most dogs learn quickly with just five minutes of training, a few times a day rather than long training sessions. Freestyle is taught using positive reinforcement, not punishment. This makes the training fun for both the dog and the pet owner and makes progress easier.
Do K9 freestyle competitions require only purebred dogs?
No. What is great about canine freestyle is that all dogs can participate. Mixed breeds, purebreds, young, and old dogs have fun competing in freestyle. National freestyle organizations present titles to all dogs who present winning dance routines.
Canine Freestyle is an enjoyable dog sport for people and dogs of all ages. Put on your dancing shoes and start dancing with your dog. You'll be surprised at the bond you form with your dog and the fun the two of you will have together. See this inspiring dog dancing routine with Carolyn Scott and Rookie.
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Published by Karen Curley
I have been a freelance writer, child care provider, and artist for many years. My experience also includes agility and obedience dog training, as well as a dog day care business. In my spare time, I p... View profile
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Post a CommentSounds like a great way to have fun with your dog.
I have to tell my husband about this! I sometimes pretend to waltz with the dog.... :o)