Bronze Criteria

 

  • 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.

 

  • 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).

 

  • We will accept some lures in bronze as this is a lower 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. Any videos using lures heavily will be under our discretion as to whether they will be accepted. 

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 Criteria

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

 

Anything But Dogs Free Space (Bronze)

Show your pet (this trick is for any animal other than canines) performing any trick which is a similar difficulty level to the other Twilight Bronze tricks.

Army Crawl 5m

Dog moves along the ground 5m on their belly. They should not stand up. 

Back Up Onto a Square Platform

Bar Jump (Bronze)

Handler puts dog into a position and asks them to wait. Handler throws an item over the jump for the dog to retrieve. Handler releases the dog, and the dog goes over the jump and picks up the item. Bar must be off the floor and at elbow level to your dog.

Basket Retrieve

Dog retrieves an item, picks it up 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. 

Carry Your Own Lead

With the handler not holding the leash at all, the dog walks beside them for 10+ seconds holding the leash in their mouth, whilst still being attached to their collar.

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). 

Delivery Dog

Handler passes the dog an item or a note, the dog then takes it to another person.

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. 

Drop it in the Basket

A basket should be placed near but not directly in front of the dog. When cued, the dog should place any item into the basket. This item could be picked up by the dog, or passed to the dog by the handler. 

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.

Enclosed Area Retrieval

Using a mostly enclosed area like a washing machine, cupboard, or a cardboard box with a hole cut in it, the dog reaches into the area and retrieves an item. The dog should pass it to or drop it near the handler.

Fearless

With the handler using their hands to form a heart, the dog rests their nose through the gap in the heart and holds their position for at least 3 seconds. 

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.

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). For smaller dogs and other animals, they can put both paws on the same paw pod. 

Get Your Leash

Dog retrieves their leash and brings it back to the handler. The leash may be connected to the dog's collar or thrown for the dog, and the handler should be at least 5ft from the dog.

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. 

Hand Signal Free Space (Bronze)

Six (6) bronze tricks using only hand signals. No verbal cues allowed.

Head Tilt

Dog tilts their head to the left, then to the right. 

Healthy Hound

Show your dog is comfortable taking a pill or water/food from a syringe.

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 (Single Paw)

Dog backs up and puts only one back foot onto the paw pod target.

Hold and Hand Back a Chew

Dog holds a chew for 5 seconds then hands it back to handler or drops it on the floor and allows handler to pick it up. 

Hold and Hand Back a Toy

When offered a toy, the dog holds the toy for at least 5 seconds and then hands the item back to the handler.

Hold an Object for 5 Seconds

Handler passes the dog something (not a toy or chew), 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. 

Knock Knock

Using a solid surface, the dog knocks on the surface at least twice in succession with their paw.

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.

Leave It with Distance

Handler places a mid-high value treat no more than 2ft from the dog. Handler then backs up at least 3ft from the dog. The dog must leave the treat for at least 10 seconds. The dog can be placed into any position but should not be restrained.

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 Door by Any Means

Dog to open some kind of door by any means (using their paw or nose for example). This could be a large door, a kennel door or a cupboard door.

Open a Drawer with 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.

Out-Of-Sight Stay (Bronze)

Handler places dog in a position and leaves the room for 10 seconds. Dog must stay in position (adjustment is acceptable) until the handler returns to the dog’s side. Camera must stay on the dog so we can see them throughout.

Pass the Toy

Dog is offered a toy or chew. Dog must not snatch but take it gently. 

Paws up on a Heightened Object

Using an object of at least sternum height to the dog, the dog places their front paws onto the object and holds the position for 5 seconds

Paws up Onto an Unstable Object

Using an unstable object (e.g. a wobble board, a yoga ball), the dog places their front paws onto the object and holds the position for 5 seconds

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, OR dog comes from behind and rests their chin/head on the handler’s shoulder or head with all four paws on the floor. 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. 

Platforming

Dog is sent to a low, raised platform. Dog then jumps to a second. higher raised platform and stays there for 10 seconds. Please ensure the raised platforms are size-appropriate for your dog, and are safe to be jumped on. Care should be taken with slippery or uneven surfaces.

Play Dead

When cued, the dog 'falls' or lays down on the floor and holds the position for 5+ seconds. 

Press a Lift Button

Dog approaches the lift then presses the button to call the lift. 

Public Transport (Bronze)

Show your dog settling calmly on public transport for 2 minutes (a timelapse is fine). 

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. 

Quiet

After cueing a Speak or similar, the dog is given a Quiet cue and ceases to make any sound.

Recall from 5m

Placing the dog in a stay, the handler backs away from the dog until there is 5m between them. The dog is then recalled and should return to the handler directly without wandering off. 

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 (Assisted)

Dog sits on their hocks with their front paws up resting on their handlers arms. Hold for 3 seconds. 

Sit Pretty (Unassisted)

Dog sits on their hocks with their front paws up by their chest unassisted. 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.

Synchronized Head Tilt

Two dogs tilt their heads simultaneously on one cue. 

Take my Jacket Off (Bronze)

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. Dog only needs to remove one arm from a sleeve. 

Tap Light

Using their nose or paw, dog presses a tap light/button or roller switch. The item does not have to be fixed to a wall. 

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 Combined Tricks (Bronze)

Dog performs 2 bronze tricks simultaneously (at the same time). An example would be performing an army crawl for 5m whilst doing a delicate retrieve, or performing a hind paw pod target whilst doing a head tilt.

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 Tricks 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).

Up High

Dog leans back and watches the sky with their head tilted upward.

Volley (Bronze)

Using a ball, handler throws the ball to the dog. The dog then volleys the ball back to the handler using their head or nose.

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.