Service Description

Rats Sports 2 is for all teams that have graduated from our five- week Rat 1 class. Sign up for one session HERE ($55). In this class, we will continue working on the dog finding the rat and increase the difficulty of the searches by going outside to search and adding distractor boxes! You can now sign up for just one session HERE. The Introduction to Rat Sports Class is designed for both beginners and experienced dog-sport teams. Rat sports are an ideal entry point for handlers new to dog activities because they tap into dogs’ natural instincts, and the lower levels are simple, fun, and confidence-building. Throughout the course, dogs will be introduced to the two main rat-sport organizations, each with a different trial style. Teams will gain exposure to both formats so you can explore which suits your dog best. ⭐ Rat Welfare, Handling, and Safety We take rat welfare extremely seriously. The rats used in training are well-socialized, professionally handled animals that we gradually and safely desensitize to the presence of dogs. Rats are accustomed to gentle handling, transport, and exposure to new environments. They are introduced to dog sounds and activity in a controlled, positive way so they remain calm and stress-free. For welfare, their time in any training session is limited, and they are rotated and closely monitored. During all exercises, the rat is safely contained inside a secure, ventilated, chew-proof tube designed specifically for rat sports.