Bronze Criteria
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Bronze is the second main level of the Twilight Trick Titles. Only Bronze tricks are accepted for this level but Copper, Silver and Gold tricks may be submitted at the same time.
- Toy and food lures are accepted in up to 50% of tricks for the Bronze level. Ideally, we would like to see your dog thinking for themselves and independently performing the tricks where possible instead of following a food/toy lure.
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Your dog must achieve Copper Starlight (Level 1) or Copper Stardust (Puppy/Elderly Level) before any Bronze titles can be awarded. Before moving onto Silver, your dog must be awarded Bronze Starlight or Bronze Stardust (where applicable).
General Trick Criteria
General
Delays are accepted but tricks should be completed in a sensible timeframe and without constantly repeated cues, i.e. cuing “Paw” twice is okay but cuing “Paw, paw, come on, paw, can you give paw?” is not. All tricks must be cued. Any audio or visual cues must be visible or audible in any submissions.
Puppies
Any tricks involving jumping or impact on joints, such as begging, should not be performed with puppies under 12 months old. Please contact us for an accommodation if required.
Handler Critera
No physical manipulation is allowed, such as moving the dog into position unless the criteria specifically calls for it. Dogs may be on leash in outdoor or public areas but the leash should not be used to manipulate or move the dog. Handler’s hands should be in view of the video wherever possible.
Rewards and Praise
Rewards and praise are both accepted and encouraged, but if the reward is in your hand whilst cueing, it is classed as a lured trick.
Body Language
While some frustration is natural in the training process, we want to see you and your dog having fun! This means that videos showing excessive stress will be refused. Everyone moves at their own pace so please don’t rush.
Time Limits
There are no time limits on submissions, aside from the age restrictions in place on the Stardust level for seniors and puppies.
Feedback
Where appropriate, your assessor may provide feedback if a video is refused. We always aim to provide constructive feedback, but any rudeness or aggression toward our team or mods may result in a suspension or ban if this happens repeatedly. If you would prefer a different assessor, please ask.
Aversive Tools
For all Twilight titles, we expect your dog to be handled using only a flat collar or a back clip harness while completing the titles. Other items like coats, vests and the like which do not affect handling are allowed. Any videos showing an E-Collar, vibration collar, headcollar, prong collar, or a bandana or snood which may be hiding any of these aids will be subject to re-submission. This also applies to videos showing leash corrections or excessive force.
Public Videos
At the start of any videos recorded in a public space, please ensure you show that your dog is being handled using ONLY a flat collar or back clip harness at the start of the video. Any videos which do not show a lack of aversive tools will need to be resubmitted.
Bronze Trick List
Army Crawl 5m
Dog moves along the ground 5m on their belly. They should not stand up.
Back Up Onto an Object
Dog walks backwards until all four paws are on an object.
Basket Retrieve
Dog retrieves a thrown item and places it into a basket.
Baton Twirling
Handler holds out a baton (e.g. cane/walking stick) so one end is touching the ground. Dog circles between the handler and the cane at least three times.
Blow Bubbles
Dog puts their nose and mouth into water and blows bubbles for at least 3 seconds.
Boing (Jump on the Spot)
On cue, the dog jumps up and down on the spot.
Bow
Handler cues the dog to bow. The rear end should be in the air, and the front end should be on the floor.
Carry an Item for 5 Metres
Dog is handed an item and carries this for 5 metres without stopping or dropping the item.
Circle into Heel
Dog circles handler and finishes in the heel position next to the handler.
Close the Door
Dog shuts a door (with their nose/paw, this could be a door, or a cupboard door).
Complex Push-Ups
Dog begins in a stand, then goes into a sit, then a down, then back to a sit, then back to a stand. Repeat 3 times.
Cone Game with Muzzle
Dog puts nose into muzzle on cue and holds it for 3 seconds.
Cone Weaves
Dog weaves through at least 7 cones or weaves at the minimum speed of a trot.
Delicate Retrieve
Dog retrieves a breakable item (such as a raw egg) without causing damage (please do not use glass, or anything that could cause harm if broken).
Dig on Cue
On cue, the dog digs in the sand or mud.
Directionals
Demonstrate your dog understands left and right, either by verbal cue or retrieving toys. 2 repetitions needed in total (2 left and 2 right).
Distance Behaviours (Bronze)
3 bronze tricks cued from at least 5m away.
Double 360 Roll Over
Dog rolls over twice in one movement (720 degrees total).
Double Figure of 8 Through Legs
Dog does two figure of 8s through legs in one movement.
Drummer Dog (Bronze)
Dog holds a stick or spoon in mouth and makes three bangs in succession on an item.
Emergency Stop from 5m
With the dog at least 5m away, the dog is cued into an emergency stop. The dog must respond immediately by stopping and either standing still, sitting or laying down until given a release cue.
Fetch My Shoes or Gloves
Dog retrieves a shoe or glove from at least 5m away and brings it to handler. Repeat for both shoes or both gloves.
Fetch the Post or Paper
Dog retrieves the post or paper from by the front door and brings it to handler.
Fetch Your Leash
Dog retrieves lead from a table/side/cupboard and brings it to handler.
Find a Named Person in Public
Handler asks dog to find a named person. They should be at least 10m away from you/the dog, and must not be in the dog’s direct line of sight.
Find me a Seat
Dog leads handler to a seat and performs a chin rest on the seat.
Find the Hidden Toy (Bronze)
A toy is hidden mostly out of sight, with the dog out of the room while the item is placed. Dog is given two connected rooms to search. Dog can be given encouragement but only minimal guidance.
Five Minute Settle in Public
Dog settles in public for at least 5 minutes. This could be on a mat or just on the floor. Handler can film using a timelapse. Can be in a restaurant or just sat on a bench. The dog can reposition but must not stand up or attempt to walk off.
Focused Walking for 30 Seconds
Dog offers a focus and walks in a heel position for 30 seconds. They can look away but must regain focus for at least a total of 15 seconds overall.
Food Retrieval
Dog retrieves a food item and brings it to the handler's hand.
Forward Orbit
Dog circles around the handler (walking forwards).
Freeze!
On cue, dog freezes ‘solid’ and stops what they’re doing.
Front Paw Pod Target
Dog approaches target and places both front paws on the paw pods (one paw per pod).
Go Around an Object
The dog will independently approach an item, circle it in full, then return to the handler.
Goalie
Dog uses their paws, body or nose to push a ball into a goal or manmade space.
Head Tilt
Dog tilts their head to the left, then to the right.
Hi Friend
Show a low/medium response to another animal (different species) from up to 15m/50ft away. This response should be as neutral as possible, and the dog can show interest, but should not attempt to chase or show any aggressive behaviours. Please ensure you have permission from the owner.
Hind Paw Pod Target
Dog backs up until both back paws are on the paw pods (one paw per pod).
Hold an Object for 5 Seconds
Handler passes the dog something, dog holds it for 5 seconds, then handler can take the item back.
Jump Over My Arm or Leg
Dog jumps over a person’s extended arm or leg.
Jump Through a Hoop
Dog jumps through a hoop. This hoop should be slightly elevated from the floor.
Leave It for 30 Seconds (Food)
Handler places food on the floor and tells the dog to leave it. the dog must leave it for 30 seconds before the handler picks the item up. Only 2 "leave it" cues can be given for the duration of the video.
Leave It for 30 Seconds (Toy)
Handler places a toy on the floor and tells the dog to leave it. the dog must leave it for 30 seconds before the handler picks the item up. Only 2 "leave it" cues can be given for the duration of the video.
Loose Leash Walking for 10m
The dog can walk in front but the lead must remain loose for the full 5 metres. At the start of the video, please ensure you show your dog is wearing ONLY a flat collar or back clip harness and lead. Any videos that do not show a lack of aversive tools will need to be resubmitted.
M'Lord
Handler offers hand, dog kisses hand.
Middle Sit & Down
Dog walks through handler’s legs then sits when they are in position. Then repeat this but with a lie down.
Mirroring
Dog must be in front of the handler, both facing the same way. Handler cues left and both handler and dog look left. Repeat for right.
Named Object Retrieval
Handler lays at least 5 items on the floor, handler asks dog to pick up a specific item. Repeat this twice asking for 2 different items on the same video.
Night-Night
Go to a crate or gated room and close the door/gate.
Open a Drawer via a Tug
Using a tug, the dog pulls open a drawer.
Out-of-Reach-Retrieve (Bronze)
An item is placed out of the dog’s reach on a higher surface they are allowed to get onto (i.e. a sofa). Dog retrieves item to hand.
Pass the Toy
Dog is offered a toy or chew. Dog must not snatch but take it gently.
Pick From a Deck of Cards
Handler offers dog a deck of cards splayed out in their hands, dog picks a single card.
Picture Perfect
Dog comes from behind handler and puts their front paws on handler’s shoulder, then rests their chin/head on the handler’s shoulder or head. Dog should hold position for 3 seconds as if posing for a photo.
Pivot in a Circle
Dog places front paws on an object, then circles the item whilst keeping the front paws on the object.
Press a Lift Button
Dog approaches the lift then presses the button to call the lift.
Pull Blanket off Handler
Handler should be led down with a blanket on. Dog gently pulls the blanket off the handler. Dog should not be ragging or playing with the blanket.
Push a Ball for 1m
Dog pushes a ball or another item along the floor with their nose for at least 1 metre.
Recall Into a Heel
Dog is off lead or on a longline away from handler. Handler recalls dog and dog returns to heel position, then walks in the heel position for at least 5m before being released.
Retrieve a Flat Item
The dog must retrieve a flat item (such as a container lid or a credit card) from the floor and pass it to the handler.
Retrieve an Umbrella
Dog retrieves an umbrella from somewhere accessible to the dog, and brings it to the handler.
Retrieve my Keys
Dog retrieves keys from a table or floor and brings it to the handler.
Ring a Doorbell
Dog rings a doorbell (or vocal bell) with their paw or nose.
Send to Bed
Handler sends dog to bed from a different room to where the bed is kept, dog goes immediately to their bed and lies down.
Send to Paws Up
Send dog to an object at least 10ft away. The dog should go to the object and perform a paws up (back paws OR front paws).
Spill the Tea
Handler offers ear and cups hand around ear, dog places nose by handler’s ear as if telling a secret. Hold for 5 seconds.
Sit Pretty
Dog sits on their hocks with their front paws up by their chest. Assisted sit pretty is permitted (they can rest their paws on your arm). Hold for 3 seconds.
Sneeze
Dog sneezes on cue.
Show Your Teeth
On cue, the dog must show their teeth and hold for 5 seconds.
Stand Whilst Being Blow-Dried
Dog stands whilst being blow dried for at least 30 seconds without showing considerable fear, resistance or discomfort. We want to see that your dog is comfortable.
Stand Whilst Having Coat Brushed
Dog stands whilst being brushed for at least 30 seconds without showing considerable fear, resistance or discomfort. We want to see that your dog is comfortable.
Stand Whilst Having Teeth Brushed
Dog stands whilst having their teeth brushed for at least 15 seconds without showing considerable fear, resistance or discomfort. We want to see that your dog is comfortable.
Step into an Item of Clothing or Harness
Dog steps into harness or piece of clothing (at least 2 from paws or head in) without showing considerable fear, resistance or discomfort. We want to see that your dog is comfortable.
Sustained Nose Touch
Dog touches nose to a hand or object and holds there for 5 seconds.
Sustained Paw Touch
Dog touches paw to a hand or object and holds there for 5 seconds.
Synchronized Head Tilt
Two dogs tilt their heads simultaneously on one cue.
Take a Note or Item to Another Person
Handler passes the dog an item or a note, the dog then takes it to another person.
Take my Jacket Off
Dog assists handler when taking off a jacket by gently pulling the sleeve. Arm can be loose in the sleeve so it comes off easily.
Tap Light
Using their nose or paw, dog presses a tap light/button.
Tidy Your Shoes
Dog puts either their boots or handler’s boots on a shoe rack or in a cupboard. One cue per shoe allowed.
Two Minute Stay (No Leash)
Handler puts dog in a down stay and walks at least 5 metres away. Dog must remain in position for the full 2 minutes. They can adjust but should not change position or break the down.
Two Bronze Trick Titles Cued by Someone Else
Any two tricks from this section, but someone other than the main handler should cue this and reward (could be a friend/partner/parent/guardian).
Unzip a Coat or Bag
Dog fully unzips a coat (worn by the handler) or a bag.
Up High
Dog leans back and watches the sky with their head tilted upward.
Walking Next to a Wheeled Item
Dog walks next to a wheeled item (such as a trolley or a wheelchair) for at least 10 metres. Your dog must be completely relaxed and comfortable with no signs of fear.
Wave
On cue, the dog raises one paw and waves.
Wave a Flag
Dog holds a flag (e.g. a pride flag) in their mouth and waves it.
Weighted Retrieve
Dog retrieves something heavy in comparison to body weight, such as a gundog dummy or a dumbbell.
Which Tin Holds the Scent? (Bronze)
Have three scent tins or cups and put the scent in only one of them. Put all three on the floor and ask the dog to find the scent. Repeat twice on the same video. Change the order of the tins for both attempts.
Yes and No (Bronze)
The dog answers yes or no questions with nods and head shakes or with answer buttons. Minimum of four questions, and the dog must get all questions correct.
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