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When you are training for agility there are a few tips that will help you and your dog
succeed. We all know that some training is required for obedience as well as
socialization, but agility is a specialized training that can take you and your dog further.
There are some dogs, small and large, that have more ability for agile work or play.
When you offer the obstacles, jobs, and other exercise they tend to be happy dogs
because they are getting what their intelligence requires. Often agility training is
thought to be for dog shows, police dogs, or even for guard dogs, but the truth is it can
be for any dog you want to make happy and have fun.
The first tip for agility training is that you should work the dog on both sides of the
handler. In other words you are going to make sure the dog watches you from both
sides and that in one segment you practice with the dog on your left and then switch
this can give them the mental capacity to be able to move with more fluidity. For
example when you are working with examples you don’t want the dog to understand
where the owner is in relation to the obstacle. Instead they need to be shown the owner
can be anywhere.
Often times your dog is going to be very excited during training. This can work against
you in some cases. You want to make sure they follow your lead and you need to make
sure they stay at the same pace. You want to make sure the dog can handle the
obstacles and the course, but don’t let them push you through the work and don’t push
them. Some dogs need more time to grasp concepts. Patience will always win out over
irritation when you have commands and agility they need to perform and understand.
Motivating your dog is very important as well. Some dogs need more motivation. There
are several ways to provide motivation. You can change out the obstacles and the
course for a highly intelligent dog that gets bored, you can provide treats for a job well
done, or you can offer toys to get them going.
Consistency in agility training is needed. Some dogs lack the confidence to perform, but
they tend to do so for their owner. The more work you provide and the more you are
affectionate and caring when they complete a task right the more they can feel proud
and begin to improve. Dogs can be very sensitive and they pick up on disappointment.
Always try to help your dog feel the best.
You also want to watch that you don’t over train. Overtraining when a dog experiences
issues with an obstacle can make them avoid the course, get discouraged or provide
less enthusiasm. It is best to work a course and work on problems at a good pace, but
also to realize when the dog needs a break from something they don’t get right away.
When you are working with agility training it is important to remember that a dog will only
remember the training as long as you continue to work with them. It is not a good idea
to provide just one day a week with agility training. You should supply two or three
sessions a week that are short. You don’t want to over work the dog either. It can be
both stressful and become boring.
For agility training you will find that it is not necessary for all dogs or proper care, but
for those dogs who love to play, and have jobs agility training can keep them happier
and more fit.
succeed. We all know that some training is required for obedience as well as
socialization, but agility is a specialized training that can take you and your dog further.
There are some dogs, small and large, that have more ability for agile work or play.
When you offer the obstacles, jobs, and other exercise they tend to be happy dogs
because they are getting what their intelligence requires. Often agility training is
thought to be for dog shows, police dogs, or even for guard dogs, but the truth is it can
be for any dog you want to make happy and have fun.
The first tip for agility training is that you should work the dog on both sides of the
handler. In other words you are going to make sure the dog watches you from both
sides and that in one segment you practice with the dog on your left and then switch
this can give them the mental capacity to be able to move with more fluidity. For
example when you are working with examples you don’t want the dog to understand
where the owner is in relation to the obstacle. Instead they need to be shown the owner
can be anywhere.
Often times your dog is going to be very excited during training. This can work against
you in some cases. You want to make sure they follow your lead and you need to make
sure they stay at the same pace. You want to make sure the dog can handle the
obstacles and the course, but don’t let them push you through the work and don’t push
them. Some dogs need more time to grasp concepts. Patience will always win out over
irritation when you have commands and agility they need to perform and understand.
Motivating your dog is very important as well. Some dogs need more motivation. There
are several ways to provide motivation. You can change out the obstacles and the
course for a highly intelligent dog that gets bored, you can provide treats for a job well
done, or you can offer toys to get them going.
Consistency in agility training is needed. Some dogs lack the confidence to perform, but
they tend to do so for their owner. The more work you provide and the more you are
affectionate and caring when they complete a task right the more they can feel proud
and begin to improve. Dogs can be very sensitive and they pick up on disappointment.
Always try to help your dog feel the best.
You also want to watch that you don’t over train. Overtraining when a dog experiences
issues with an obstacle can make them avoid the course, get discouraged or provide
less enthusiasm. It is best to work a course and work on problems at a good pace, but
also to realize when the dog needs a break from something they don’t get right away.
When you are working with agility training it is important to remember that a dog will only
remember the training as long as you continue to work with them. It is not a good idea
to provide just one day a week with agility training. You should supply two or three
sessions a week that are short. You don’t want to over work the dog either. It can be
both stressful and become boring.
For agility training you will find that it is not necessary for all dogs or proper care, but
for those dogs who love to play, and have jobs agility training can keep them happier
and more fit.
Dog Agility Training Resources:
1: Dog Toys, Dog Training Toys, Dog Treats, Dog Agility Books, Dog Agility
Videos at Clean Run
Clean Run Productions publishes books and a monthly magazine on the sport of dog
agility. In addition, they offer a variety of dog training supplies and tools as well as trial
gear and unique gifts. ... the world on dog agility training and they have published 21
dog agility training books with more in ...
2: The Dog Agility Page
The Dog Agility page is the premier source for dog agility information on the web.
Comprehensive links to other sites, training information, photos, and other resources.
There you will find links to just about everything agility-related ... Articles on agility, from
introductions of the sport to training and trialing tips ...
3: Learn everything there is to know about dog agility.
Learn everything there is to know about dog agility and training your dog not to bark
and have good manners. This group offers a free class and two great ebooks. ...
"Teaching Your Dog to do Dog Agility." Our anonymous (and very generous and silent
... group of dog lovers are having some fun while they promote dog agility and training
4: Dog Agility for Novices
You're getting ready to enter your first dog agility trial and your brain has turned to
mush. ... Dog Agility Email List | Agility Training Diary | Agility Voice Comments. You're
getting ready to enter your first dog agility ... only has Horace (your dog) just decided
that leaping ...
5: Charles River Dog Training Club, Inc.
Waltham, Massachusetts
www.geocities.com/crdtc
1: Dog Toys, Dog Training Toys, Dog Treats, Dog Agility Books, Dog Agility
Videos at Clean Run
Clean Run Productions publishes books and a monthly magazine on the sport of dog
agility. In addition, they offer a variety of dog training supplies and tools as well as trial
gear and unique gifts. ... the world on dog agility training and they have published 21
dog agility training books with more in ...
2: The Dog Agility Page
The Dog Agility page is the premier source for dog agility information on the web.
Comprehensive links to other sites, training information, photos, and other resources.
There you will find links to just about everything agility-related ... Articles on agility, from
introductions of the sport to training and trialing tips ...
3: Learn everything there is to know about dog agility.
Learn everything there is to know about dog agility and training your dog not to bark
and have good manners. This group offers a free class and two great ebooks. ...
"Teaching Your Dog to do Dog Agility." Our anonymous (and very generous and silent
... group of dog lovers are having some fun while they promote dog agility and training
4: Dog Agility for Novices
You're getting ready to enter your first dog agility trial and your brain has turned to
mush. ... Dog Agility Email List | Agility Training Diary | Agility Voice Comments. You're
getting ready to enter your first dog agility ... only has Horace (your dog) just decided
that leaping ...
5: Charles River Dog Training Club, Inc.
Waltham, Massachusetts
www.geocities.com/crdtc
- Agility & Flyball Clubs and Classes in New England
- Agility Seminars in New England
- Agility Organizations
- Agility Links
- Agility Practice/Run-Thrus
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