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The aim of agility is for the dog to complete a designated course which consists of various obstacles such as bar jumps, tunnels, dog walk, A frame, table, tunnels, see saw, weavers and lots of other obstacles. The course should be completed without a fault in the quickest time. It is essential that handlers have excellent control over their dogs if they are to achieve good results, so you must have achieved your Basic 2 certificate to begin. Croydon puts safety of your dog above all else when teaching and training agility. Short-legged dogs, dogs with long backs or large heavy breeds may need to be restricted to low heights for jumping and may or may not choose to compete depending on the height rules for the agility associations. Even if you have no desire to enter agility competitions there are still lots of reasons why some basic agility training is a good idea. Benefits of Agility Training: 1. It's fun! Dogs and owners who have fun together stay together - isn't that why you got a dog in the first place? 2. It's good exercise for dogs (and people!). 3. It's great for allowing your dog to let off steam and excess energy. 4. It's a good way for owners to get rid of stress. 5. It provides much-needed mental stimulation for the backyard dog - mental stimulation is more tiring than physical work, resulting in a pleasantly pooped pooch. 6. It builds physical and mental confidence in shy dogs and gives over-excited dogs focus. 7. Following commands while working off-leash improves the general control you have of your dog. 8. It improves dog/owner relationships as a result of working together as a team. 9. It's a great way to meet other people with a common interest. If you areinterested in joining a basic agility class your dog must be over 12 months of age and have passed Basic 1 and 2 in Obedience. You can put your name down on the list near the agility area or ring Susan McMillan for more information phone number 9879 9100. |
