Intro to Quarry

This test is a simple instinct test designed to introduce dogs to earthwork and provide them with a schooling opportunity. It requires no training nor previous exposure to earthwork. No titles are earned and it is not a prerequisite for advanced tests.

The Intro tunnel consists of a 10 foot tunnel with one 90 degree turn. The entrance is readily visible. A 10 foot scent line leads to the entrance from the release point.

After release, the dog must be given time to find the entrance on his own, but if the dog is unsure, the handler may chose to walk up to the den entrance to the side of the scent trail, and encourage the dog (e.g. by voice encouragement, tapping the den).

The dog must begin working quarry within 2 minutes from the time dog enters the earth and then work the quarry continuously for 30 seconds. This is the only test in which the Judge may attempt to interest the dog in the quarry by tapping or scratching the quarry cage.

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