imagine a look of determination on your dog’s face as he runs hard, nimbly making each turn. he keeps his eyes on you while scampering through tunnels, jumping over hurdles, and beaming with pride. the crowds in the stands cheer as you move together in perfect harmony. that’s the sport of agility. it can be quite a rush – and one of the best ways to create an even deeper connection between you and your dog. agility is a growing …
in that case, there are plenty of things you can try at home to prepare your dog for agility obstacles and gauge your interest and his enthusiasm for the activity. you can foster greater attention by teaching your dog to make eye contact with you on a cue like watch me or look. finally, teaching your dog to jump through a hoop is a great introduction to the tire jump. in the beginning, you can use your new nose targeting …
a successful run requires taking each obstacle in a certain order, and the dog relies on his handler to tell him what that is. “going to trials or even just classes gets people together with fellow dog people and is a great way to meet new friends. she thrived in agility and worked out her issues to such an extent that she ended up being a really great therapy dog.” even certain physical disabilities don’t have to keep your dog …
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