How large in diameter is the circle used for bite work in NPCA?

• A. 10 feet
• B. 20 feet
• C. 30 feet
• D. 25 feet

Answer: (B)

The size of the bite-work area sets the working space where the dog learns to engage, hold, and release on command while the decoy moves in a realistic pattern. A 20-foot diameter provides enough room for the decoy to approach, present the bite, and step back to allow the dog to bite and release, all within a safe boundary that the handler can monitor and cue. It helps keep the dog within a controlled range so signals and corrections come in clearly, and it minimizes risk to the decoy and trainer. If the circle were much smaller, there’d be congestion and safety issues; if it were much larger, the drill could lose its practical bite-drive dynamics. This 20-foot standard is used to keep training consistent and safe.