On-Leash Heeling (V) / Off-Leash Heeling (A, B)

Applies to: All RH types, all levels
Points: 15 p (V on-leash) / 10 p (A, B off-leash); W exception: 10 p / 5 p

Permitted AC/VC

• 1 short AC or VC to heel — may be given at each start and change of pace

Execution

The judge starts the exercise; the handler executes the rest without further directions. Follow the official diagram (rules p. 16).

1. GS → 50 normal steps straight → left about-turn.
2. Another 10–15 normal steps → at least 10 fast steps → at least 10 slow steps, directly from fast to slow, without intermediate normal steps.
3. Normal pace again → right turn → 20–25 steps → right turn → 25–30 steps → about-turn.
4. 10–15 normal steps → halt/independent GS.
5. Another 10–15 normal steps → left turn → 20–25 normal steps back to the middle line → halt/independent GS.

Paces must be clearly distinguishable. A heel command is allowed at each start/change of pace, not as an extra cue at every turn or halt. V: loose leash; A/B: off leash.

Evaluation — Faults

• Forging (ahead of DH)
• Deviating sideways
• Lagging
• Slow or hesitant sitting at halts
• Strained leash (on-leash only)
• Submissive behaviour of D
• Additional AC/VC by DH
• Body help by DH

Sources

FCI/IRO 2025, §3.3.5. Binding IRO guideline, approved 25 August 2026.