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Description
Dances with Dogs (DWD) is a Canine
sport, approved by the ANKC as an
official competition sport in
Australia with competitions
commencing in 2009.
DWD
provides
handlers and their dogs with an
opportunity to
demonstrate a skilful, choreographed
routine, performed to music.
Whilst having its foundation in
obedience heelwork, DWD enables the
handler to include innovative and
creative moves and movement in time
to music, giving the illusion of
dance.
Dances With Dogs encompasses two
separate divisions:
(a) Dances With Dogs Freestyle
and (b) Heelwork to Music
DWD
requires a good rapport between dog
and handler,
with
a high level
of teamwork.
It is about fun, teamwork,
motivation, focus, and great music.
DWD is suitable for handlers of all
ages, and dogs of all breeds, size
and age. There are no compulsory
moves in freestyle, and the handler
can develop the routine to showcase
the dog’s strengths with no need to
include moves the dog may find
difficult or which are not yet at
performance standard.
DWD training is positive and
motivational, providing the dog and
handler with a fun learning
experience. No dance skills are
required to participate in and have
fun with this sport
DWD classes at RDOC
include foundation work, specific
DWD moves, transition
moves, assistance with selection of
music and development of routines,
and
competition preparation.
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