The Kennel Club has clarified that it does not have a list of banned Heelwork to Music moves and that the fun and safe routines used by Ashleigh and Pudsey make them great ambassadors for the sport.

The Kennel Club’s amendment to its Heelwork to Music regulations make it clear that ‘extreme moves’ that could result in ‘harm or injury’ are not allowed, in order to prevent newcomers to the sport practicing moves that are too advanced for them. There is no list of banned moves, as the safety of a move depends entirely on the skill of the owner and the dog involved. The decision about how safe a move is rests with the judge at Kennel Club events, who is given training and who will have extensive experience.

Caroline Kisko, Kennel Club Secretary, said: “We want new people to enjoy Heelwork to Music but this is a commonsense precaution to prevent novices from trying moves that they are not skilled enough to perform. Ashleigh clearly always puts the safety of Pudsey first as she has had years of practice, having started out as a Young Kennel Club member many years ago.

“Heelwork to Music is essentially a dog training activity that is great for the bond between dog and owner, which we would encourage dog owners to try.”

Speaking about the Kennel Club’s new regulations Ashleigh said: “I am pleased the Kennel Club have re-asserted how important training is for the good of dogs. As our experience shows, you have to work extremely hard as a dog owner to make sure the dog enjoys the performances. The dog’s safety and happiness is paramount.”

-ENDS-
20th August 2012
[317.12]

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