Draft Dog
In a Newfoundland Club of America Draft Test, the dog works in a team with his handler: the dog must back up, negotiate and maneuver a course, wait in position when commanded, and negotiate a one-mile freight haul with only verbal commands and signals to guide them.
The NCA Awards 4 levels of title for draft work:
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DD (Draft Dog)
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TDD (Team Draft Dog) for 2 dogs working together
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DDX (Draft Dog Excellent)
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TDDX (Team Draft Dog Excellent)
To learn more:
NCNC usually hosts 2 NCA Draft Tests per year, in the late Fall and in the Spring. Refer to the Upcoming Events page or view the Club Calendar for details.
NCNC Draft Seminars
Participating in a Draft Seminar is an excellent way to get your dog started with a cart/wagon or to prepare for a draft test.
The beginner class covers, carts, harnesses and how to get your dog involved.
The intermediate class is for graduates from the beginning class. It covers sharp turns, negotiating narrows, and teaching your dog to backup.
Draft Test Preparation helps people train for the NCA Draft Test, but can also be helpful for people training for other breeds’ draft tests.
You must pre-register to attend the Seminar!
See the Upcoming Events Page or the Club Calendar for upcoming seminars.
Draft Practice Sessions
Regular draft practice sessions are held during the spring and fall training season at nearby parks. These sessions are not instructor-led classes and are provided only for club members to practice with their dogs.
