Dogs must know the basic commands Handlers must attend at least six of the eight training classes. Nonmembers can apply for Club Membership upon successful completion of either the Puppy Class or Basic Obedience Class. They can continue training while membership is being processed. The Intermediate Obedience Class is to provide ongoing training for members who may not want to progress to Novice and for those who are still deciding whether to progress into Novice, or not. Intermediate Obedience helps handlers evaluate themselves and their dog.
Members can simply come to class and work on what they and their dog have learned and have fun.
It is a requirement to take this class before progressing into Novice, unless a handler comes with a dog that can pass the Intermediate ring test. This class exposes the handler and the dog to what the handler and the dog would have to do in higher classes and to compete in a show ring. An aggressive dog must be under the control of the handler at all times. Down Stay three minutes off a leash with the handler in the ring Stand for Exam. Aggressive dogs cannot progress to the higher level classes.