Training Ground Rules

1 Please be sure that puppy or dogs vaccinations are current. If your dog has been ill please be sure to keep them at home until fully recovered.
2. Your dog must be on leash at all times unless involved in a training exercise. Do not allow your dog to come up to other dogs. During training sessions many dogs are excited and may not want to politely greet your dog. Do not touch anyone's dog without first asking owner's permission.
3. All training is done at the discretion of the trainer.
4. Your dog must be put away during protection work unless you are given permission to keep him on the field by the trainer.
5. Please respect our grounds. If your dog poops, PLEASE pick it up and dispose of it in the trash can A pooper scooper is available.
6. If you groom or brush your dog, please dispose of the dog hair in the trash can. Do NOT leave it on the ground.
7. All trash will be thrown in the trash can. Cigarette butts belong in a proper container...NOT on ground.
8 Although we are a social group, please remember the only way to learn about the sport is to pay attention during the training sessions. All children must be under the control of their parent(s) at all times.
9. Handlers must be sure that their equipment is in good condition to insure the safety of our helper.
10. ALL visitors must sign a waiver before being allowed to remain on the grounds. The waiver will be kept on file for future visits.
11. All participants are responsible for their own safety equipment. \We recommend high-top soccer shoes, long pants, shirts with sleeves, and leather gloves for handlers.
12. Above all we are here to enjoy the sport of Schutzhund. We are here to support and help one another achieve our goals in this ultimate life sport.
13. Good sportsmanship and respect is expected by all.
14. Tipping the helper is recommended.
15. We enforce these rules.

Schutzhund Training, Illinois