Translation. Region: Russian Federal
Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –
The first championship for dog owners will be held as part of the Summer in Moscow project “Capital Cup” in obedience. The competition will be held on June 28 from 10:00 in the canine park on Kolskaya Street (property 16a). They will be part of the all-Russian sports competitions and the Russian Cynological Federation (RKF) championship in obedience. In addition, the championship is included in the program of the series of events “Friend, savior, protector”, aimed at highlighting the role of dogs in the life of modern society.
Sports discipline “obedience”
Obedience is an international sport discipline in which a dog, under the guidance of a handler, must perform exercises with maximum precision, speed, and initiative. It arose from the basic skills of animal training: calling, moving close, endurance, control at a distance.
Inna Baranova, chief judge of the RKF championship “Cup of the Capital”, RKF judge for working qualities of dogs of national certification competitions, sports judge of the first category, says that at the competitions not only the correctness and technique of completing tasks are assessed, but also the nature of the interaction between a person and a pet during the performance.
Russian athletes remain among the leaders in obedience in the world. In 2016, the Moscow region hosted the World Championship, which brought together participants from 25 countries. The Russian team then took second place, and in 2021, they won gold at the World Championship in Switzerland.
This discipline is currently experiencing a period of growth in our country. Almost every subject of the Russian Federation has a section in which athletes take their first steps under the guidance of experienced instructors. Five or six all-Russian competitions are held annually. Trainers from Russia are in demand in neighboring countries.
The first “Capital Cup” championship in obedience together with the RKF championship in Moscow is aimed at developing and popularizing the culture of systematic dog training based on mutual understanding between the animal and the person. The focus is not only on sports achievements, but also on the social significance of the discipline: it clearly demonstrates the importance of ethical treatment of animals, a careful and thoughtful approach to their training. The higher the level of training, the safer the dog is for both others and the owner.
Such events help to strengthen the culture of responsible dog ownership, reduce the level of conflicts between pet owners and local residents, and also become a good factor in the development of a comfortable urban environment – a priority goal of the “My District” program.
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Features of the competition
Sports pairs compete in three difficulty classes: Obedience 1, Obedience 2 and Obedience 3. The latter is the most difficult, and it is in this class that major international competitions and world championships are held under the auspices of the International Cynological Federation (FCI).
“The pair (human and dog) must demonstrate a set of exercises, the number and complexity of which depend on the class in which they perform. Points from five to 10 are awarded for each exercise, where five is the minimum positive assessment, and 10 is the ideal performance of the exercise. The accuracy of command execution, the speed of the dog’s reaction, and its ability to maintain concentration throughout the entire exercise are taken into account. The overall impression of the work during the entire performance is also assessed: contact with the handler, desire to work, and positive mood,” says Inna Baranova.
Championship program
The championship in the canine park on Kolskaya Street will also be held in the highest difficulty class. Athletes will compete in two parallel rings. 12 sports pairs from Moscow, Moscow, Voronezh, Kostroma and Vladimir regions will compete for the title of RKF champion and the sports title of “Master of Sports of Russia”. The overwhelming majority of participants in the “Obedience-3” class perform with border collie dogs, but this championship will feature a pair that includes a Russian black terrier – the pride of Russian cynology.
After lunch, the program will continue with all-Russian competitions in the Obedience-2 and Obedience-1 classes, where there will be a fight for sports ranks.
The Obedience 2 class will feature 12 sports pairs from Moscow, Moscow, Voronezh and Nizhny Novgorod regions. Spectators will see such breeds as the Labrador Retriever, Russian Hunting Spaniel, Golden Retriever, Miniature Schnauzer, Belgian Shepherd and Australian Kelpie.
The largest class, “Obedience-1,” will bring together newcomers: 20 sports pairs from five regions of Russia with a wide variety of dogs, from a tiny Pomeranian to a giant Great Dane.
Each participant will perform eight exercises, and their performance will be assessed by a panel of judges consisting of two sports judges and two stewards, who work in two parallel rings.
Accessibility of the discipline and requirements for participants
The discipline “obedience” is suitable for dogs of all breeds and sizes, including mongrel animals. The main requirements are the absence of aggression, physical and mental health, readiness to interact with the handler. You can try your hand at the initial level from the age of 10 months.
Most often, border collies participate in such competitions, but animals of other breeds, from small to large, including service and decorative ones, regularly join them. The level of training of the handler plays a significant role. The discipline requires systematic work, a consistent approach and a long training process.
Obedience demonstrates the possibilities of effective interaction between humans and dogs, being one of the most universal and accessible areas in modern sports cynology.
Master classes on training and expert advice
An additional program has been prepared for guests. There will be master classes on training, as well as consultations with specialists – dog handlers, groomers, veterinarians. A separate area will be made for children, where creative activities will be held. Quizzes and a photo zone will be organized for visitors with animals.
The series of events “Friend, Rescuer, Defender” will begin in the capital on May 24
“Pets in Moscow” — a project of the Moscow Mayor’s “My District” program aimed at creating new types of dog walking areas. Today, the capital has 79 such spaces, including two dog parks. They are suitable not only for free walks with pets and effective training, but also for large dog events — competitions and exhibitions.
“My area” — a comprehensive program of the Mayor of Moscow for the development of the urban environment. Its goal is to create comfortable living conditions in all areas of the capital. Convenient courtyards, landscaped parks, modern social infrastructure facilities within walking distance are important components of the program.
Cycle “Friend, savior, protector” — a project covering more than 200 events, is a platform for a full-fledged dialogue between professionals — dog handlers, veterinarians, groomers, zoopsychologists — and dog owners, as well as for anyone who is just thinking about getting a four-legged friend. The series is aimed at popularizing a responsible attitude towards animals and raising the level of knowledge of city residents about the maintenance, upbringing and role of dogs in society. This year, the events are held from May 24 to September 14.
Project “Summer in Moscow”— the main event of the season. It brings together the most vibrant events of the capital. Every day, charity, cultural and sports events are held in all districts of the city, most of which are free. The Summer in Moscow project is being held for the second time, and the new season will be more eventful: new, original and colorful festivals and events will be added to the traditional ones.
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