NEW! CRO is delighted to announce our Foundation Rally Skills Titling Program! Entries opened May 01, 2024.
The CRO Foundation Rally Skills Titling Program (CRO FS) is open to dogs and handlers of all skill levels. The program is an optional adjunct to the CRO titling tracks and may be done at any time before, during, or after a dog has earned other CRO titles.
The skills demonstrated in this program pertain to rally but also serve as a foundation for other dog sports, boosting confidence and enhancing the relationship between dog and handler. The program is a structured and easy way to introduce an inexperienced handler and/or dog (whether puppy or adult) to the fun of training. It is also a way to enjoy low-stress training with an older dog.
ALL teams are welcome to enjoy this program. Dogs and/or handlers with disabilities will find CRO to be flexible and accommodating.
ALL animals are welcome to enjoy this program. Though “dogs” are referenced in most of our documentation, other animals (cats, horses, sheep, goats, etc.) are welcome to participate. In fact, CRO now has a feline title holder!
The CRO FS exercises can all be done at home. Most can be done in a very small space. No special equipment is needed.
The program has four levels and four titles. Dogs may complete any or all levels in any order. There are no prerequisites for any level. More than one level may be entered with the same entry form. It is suggested that inexperienced handlers and/or dogs begin with Level 1 and complete each level in order.
To qualify for each single Q title, the team must perform each exercise safely, skillfully, and with willingness on the dog’s part.
- Completion of the FS Level 1 requirements earns the CRO-FS1 title.
- Completion of the FS Level 2 requirements earns the CRO-FS2 title.
- Completion of the FS Level 3 requirements earns the CRO-FS3 title.
- Completion of the FS Level 4 requirements earns the CRO-FS4 title.
- Teams earning all four FS Level titles earn the FS Super Star title, CRO-FS-SS
Teams earning a title will receive a title certificate by email and a title ribbon by mail.
For complete rules and details please see the Foundation Rally Skills Guidelines & Exercise Descriptions
Please read the FS exercise descriptions carefully before submitting your entries.