Jumping is part of the foundation training in dog agility, so it's important to start off on the right paw so to speak. Warning: if you have a puppy do not make him jump high, setting bars on the ground or at 2 inches is perfect! If you built three to four jumps from our last … [Read more...] about Jumping, Foundation Training in Dog Agility
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Fitness and Cross Training Your Agility Dog
Have you ever thought about fitness and cross training your agility dog? Just as it is beneficial for us to cross-train, it's just as important for our athletic canine companions. By definition, cross-training refers to training in sports other than one that the athlete … [Read more...] about Fitness and Cross Training Your Agility Dog
Effort Equals Excellence
If there is one thing that I've learned is that everything in life requires an effort. Effort equals excellence in our life, at least for the majority of us. And with agility, practicing only when you go to class isn't striving for that excellence that we want. The more we … [Read more...] about Effort Equals Excellence
Danger, The Truth About Dog Agility
Hey! After 4 days there is something that needs to be addressed about agility. A danger you may not be ready for with the sport of agility. So I am here to tell you the TRUTH about Dog Agility! DANGER: Agility is HIGHLY ADDICTIVE, and may have an impact on your … [Read more...] about Danger, The Truth About Dog Agility
Backyard Agility Equipment
So if you think you might want to try some agility with your dog, but also want to do it safely (no broomstick on a chair), then building your own equipment out of pvc may be right up your alley. Today I am going to show you how I made my jumps, and also give you … [Read more...] about Backyard Agility Equipment