AI Website GeneratorNo, but they need to be commensurate with the size of your dog and close to the standard.
No, each video must be unique.
You don’t need to be a professional videographer! As long as we can see and recognize you, your dog and what is being done without squinting, adjusting any settings or turning up or down the audio, it’s good enough.
No, lures, targets, special collars, remotes are all training tools. Even on the Foundation Level, none of these are allowed. The dog should be freely doing the behavior with only a cue. If dogs are not worried about being corrected for getting things wrong, they start to think more and more for themselves. In the process they are increasing their ability to learn. We also have the added pleasure of watching our dogs thinking - which is absolutely fascinating!
Yes, if a team does not qualify the qualifying video clips from that submission may be reused.
Yes, but there are multiple orders in which they can be earned. Foundation Level is an optional titling level. All teams must earn a Novice title before they can earn an Intermediate title, and then an Expert title. Once teams have earned a Novice title they are also eligible for the Championship and Specialty Titles. The Championship Title does not require that a team has earned an Intermediate or Expert Title. Champion Level is for those who have completed prior levels as well as for those who have fully trained dogs and want the Title of Champion Service Dog.
No, in order to make reviewing as easy and quick as possible each video clip needs to demonstrate only the skill listed. Clips that show multiple skills will not be reviewed. If you know how to link to a specific TIME in a video, that is also acceptable.
There are many services on the Internet for uploading videos. As long as you are able to send a separate link for each video and we can view these links. Some other popular programs are Vimeo and Dropbox. The main criterion is that we do not have to pay a fee to see your videos.
No prong collars, choke/slip collars, shock collars, slip leads or head halters. Properly fit limited slip and martingale style collars are acceptable. As part of qualifying videos, the collar must be shown first, then put on the dog, then the task/game performed with no lag or stops in the video. Service dogs should be trained, not constantly in training with devices that correct improper behavior or tasks.
Yes, we need to see what you are doing. Invest in a cheap tripod with a remote to your phone if necessary or have a helper who takes the video. We must be able to see and hear your cues and whether you are using subtle corrections.
Mobirise Kit is a service that provides the access to all current and new themes/extensions developed by Mobirise. New themes/extensions are released every month and will be available in your account during your plan period, without any additional charge.
Yes, Mobirise is free for both non-profit and commercial sites.
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