TRICK 01 • MouthingLevel 3
1. Open & Close
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will independently open and close a suitable door, drawer or cupboard.
Category: MouthingOfficial Criterion ✓
The 2×5+2 Formula
How to achieve the Orange Level
Every level gives you choice. You do not need to demonstrate every trick on the list. Our framework ensures your dog develops a healthy, well-rounded foundation across 5 essential categories, while granting you the freedom to choose the behaviours that suit your dog best.
2×
Mouthing
Take, hold, carry and gentle item engagement
Verified Skill
2×
Targets
Hand, paw, and object targeting precision
Verified Skill
2×
Positions
Postural transitions, shifts and balance
Verified Skill
2×
Actions
Dynamic movements, spins, weaves & agility
Verified Skill
2×
Distance / Duration
Distance cues, focus and criteria holds
Verified Skill
+2
Wildcard Choices
2 extra favourite tricks from any category
Verified Skill
Total Award Requirement
10 Core Category Tricks (2 × 5) + 2 Wildcards = 12 Total Verified Tricks
★ 12 OF 20 TO EARN ORANGE
Official Assessment Directory
The 20 Orange Level Tricks
Every trick below contains the official assessment criterion used by authorised All Stars assessors. Choose 12 to build your personalized demonstration plan.
TRICK 02 • MouthingLevel 3
2. Fetch it close
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will independently retrieve a suitable item and bring it to the handler, delivering it close enough for the handler to easily reach.
Category: MouthingOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 03 • MouthingLevel 3
3. Blow Bubbles
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will independently place its nose into a suitable container of water and deliberately blow bubbles through its nose.
Category: MouthingOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 04 • MouthingLevel 3
4. Pick a card
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will independently select and take one card from a selection of cards offered by the handler, using its mouth.
Category: MouthingOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 05 • TargetsLevel 3
5. Naughty Corner
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will independently move to a corner of the room and place its nose against the wall.
Category: TargetsOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 06 • TargetsLevel 3
6. Sustained Chin Rest
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will independently place its chin on the handler’s hand or knee and maintain the position for 5 seconds.
Category: TargetsOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 07 • TargetsLevel 3
7. All 4 Paws
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will independently offer each of its four paws in response to an individual cue for that paw.
Category: TargetsOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 08 • TargetsLevel 3
8. Push a ball
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will independently use its nose to push a suitable ball, making repeated or sustained contact that causes the ball to move.
Category: TargetsOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 09 • PositionsLevel 3
9. Push ups
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will independently alternate between a sit and a down position for three consecutive repetitions.
Category: PositionsOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 10 • PositionsLevel 3
10. In / Close
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will independently move into a close heelwork position on either the handler’s left or right side, facing in the same direction as the handler.
Category: PositionsOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 11 • PositionsLevel 3
11. Look ahead
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will independently look straight ahead, away from the handler, and maintain that orientation briefly.
Category: PositionsOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 12 • PositionsLevel 3
12. Reverse Peekaboo
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will independently position itself between the handler’s legs, facing in the opposite direction to the handler, in either a sit or a stand.
Category: PositionsOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 13 • ActionsLevel 3
13. Anti / Uncle
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will place both front paws on a suitable pivot platform and independently pivot its hindquarters through a full 360° turn in both directions.
Category: ActionsOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 14 • ActionsLevel 3
14. Around / About
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will independently move around a suitable object and return to the handler, demonstrating the behaviour in both directions.
Category: ActionsOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 15 • ActionsLevel 3
15. Leg Weaves
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, while the handler walks forward, the dog will independently weave between the handler’s legs for at least 4 consecutive steps.
Category: ActionsOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 16 • ActionsLevel 3
16. Sneeze
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will independently perform a recognisable sneeze action.
Category: ActionsOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 17 • Distance / DurationLevel 3
17. Temptation Alley
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will independently recall through a narrow channel containing suitable food, toys or other distractions and return directly to the handler without stopping to interact with the distractions.
Category: Distance / DurationOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 18 • Distance / DurationLevel 3
18. Emergency Stop
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, while running towards the handler, the dog will immediately stop moving and remain stationary.
Category: Distance / DurationOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 19 • Distance / DurationLevel 3
19. Send to a mat
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will independently move to a suitable flat target positioned more than 15 feet away and place all four paws on the target.
Category: Distance / DurationOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 20 • Distance / DurationLevel 3
20. Off Lead LLW
Assessment Criterion:
On cue, the dog will walk with the handler in a close heelwork position for more than 30 paces, remaining alongside the handler without straying away.
Category: Distance / DurationOfficial Criterion ✓
Accessibility & Fairness
Different dogs, different ways of learning.
All Stars Awards are committed to providing accessible assessments for all dogs and handlers. Appropriate adaptations are actively welcomed, provided the adjusted method still demonstrates the core skill and behaviour being evaluated.
Whether your dog is a giant breed, miniature, senior, or has physical limitations, the 2×5+2 framework gives you choice and allows safe, force-free variations.
✦ 100% Force-Free Standards
Every trick must be trained and demonstrated using ethical, positive reinforcement methods.
✦ Self-Paced Progression
Work through your 12 tricks when you and your dog are ready. There is no rush or pressure.
✦ Authorised Assessment
Demonstrate in-person or via video assessment to an authorised All Stars evaluator.