TRICK 01 • MOUTHINGLevel 2
1. Hold an Object
Assessment Criterion:
Hold dumbbell or toy gently for 5 seconds without chewing or dropping.
Category: MOUTHINGOfficial Criterion ✓
The 2×5+2 Formula
How to achieve the Yellow 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 YELLOW
Official Assessment Directory
The 20 Yellow 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 2
2. Take and Drop on Cue
Assessment Criterion:
Cleanly take offered object and release gently into hand or receptacle on verbal cue.
Category: MOUTHINGOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 03 • MOUTHINGLevel 2
3. Carry Item Whilst Walking
Assessment Criterion:
Carry a toy or basket steadily for a minimum of 5 continuous paces alongside handler.
Category: MOUTHINGOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 04 • MOUTHINGLevel 2
4. Retrieve to Hand
Assessment Criterion:
Retrieve a stationary item from 3 metres distance directly into handler's waiting palm.
Category: MOUTHINGOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 05 • TARGETSLevel 2
5. Hand Touch
Assessment Criterion:
Nose touch handler's open palm with steady contact sustained for 2 seconds.
Category: TARGETSOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 06 • TARGETSLevel 2
6. Paw Touch Target
Assessment Criterion:
Target a designated flat disc or platform with either front paw promptly on cue.
Category: TARGETSOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 07 • TARGETSLevel 2
7. Chin Rest
Assessment Criterion:
Rest chin calmly and still in handler's open hand or lap for 3 continuous seconds.
Category: TARGETSOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 08 • TARGETSLevel 2
8. Sustained Focus
Assessment Criterion:
Maintain unbroken eye contact with handler for 5 seconds amidst mild baseline distractions.
Category: TARGETSOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 09 • POSITIONSLevel 2
9. Sit to Down Transition
Assessment Criterion:
Smooth, direct fold from sit to down position without creeping forward.
Category: POSITIONSOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 10 • POSITIONSLevel 2
10. Down to Stand Transition
Assessment Criterion:
Fluid push back from lying down to standing squarely on cue in place.
Category: POSITIONSOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 11 • POSITIONSLevel 2
11. Middle / Peekaboo
Assessment Criterion:
Move from behind handler to stand or sit attentively between handler's legs.
Category: POSITIONSOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 12 • POSITIONSLevel 2
12. Paws Up on Raised Object
Assessment Criterion:
Place front two paws steadily onto an elevated block or platform for 3 seconds.
Category: POSITIONSOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 13 • ACTIONSLevel 2
13. Spin / Twist
Assessment Criterion:
Perform a full 360-degree circle clockwise or anticlockwise on a single verbal cue.
Category: ACTIONSOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 14 • ACTIONSLevel 2
14. Play Bow
Assessment Criterion:
Lower front elbows to ground whilst keeping hindquarters standing for 2 seconds.
Category: ACTIONSOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 15 • ACTIONSLevel 2
15. Leg Weave (Figure-8)
Assessment Criterion:
Weave fluidly through handler's stationary legs in a complete figure-of-eight pattern.
Category: ACTIONSOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 16 • ACTIONSLevel 2
16. Crawl
Assessment Criterion:
Crawl forward a minimum distance of 1 metre while maintaining a low down posture.
Category: ACTIONSOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 17 • DISTANCELevel 2
17. Send to Bed / Mat
Assessment Criterion:
Send directly to a designated mat from 3 metres away and lie down calmly.
Category: DISTANCEOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 18 • DISTANCELevel 2
18. Wait at Distance
Assessment Criterion:
Remain in stationary sit or down whilst handler moves 5 paces away and returns.
Category: DISTANCEOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 19 • DISTANCELevel 2
19. Come to Front
Assessment Criterion:
Recall briskly from 5 metres and sit neatly facing handler without touching.
Category: DISTANCEOfficial Criterion ✓
TRICK 20 • DISTANCELevel 2
20. Circle Around Handler
Assessment Criterion:
Complete a full orbit around handler at a radius of 1.5 metres on cue.
Category: DISTANCEOfficial 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.