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If you have never trained a dog and know little about dog agility, the word “clicker” probably makes you think more about a TV remote control than a piece of dog training equipment. A clicker is a tiny handheld device that can be useful when working on any type of…

While it’s been said that one should let sleeping dogs lie, every dog needs exercise, and agility training and using dog training equipment is a great way to keep your pet fit and happy. However, training can be mystifying so keep in mind these three P’s of agility training: Patience,…

When you first get started with dog agility training, you probably will have just a few pieces of agility equipment. Eventually, though, as your canine companion begins mastering equipment you will have a good collection of all of the essential components of a true dog agility course. Once you have…

If you live an area of the country where summer days can be quite hot, you might be worried about engaging in agility training with your furry companion. However, using agility equipment definitely can continue throughout the summer, even on the hottest days of the year provided you follow a…

If you think your dog would enjoy zipping around dog obstacles on an agility course, then we wholeheartedly agree. Most dogs truly love dog agility and enjoy learning new skills on agility equipment. In addition to practicing with agility equipment, every game and activity can be utilized to improve your…

Certainly it’s no surprise that a border collie or perhaps an Australian shepherd would be great candidates for the world of dog agility. However, truly any dog, regardless of size or breed can be successful at this exciting dog sport. All it takes is some careful training, and in the…

All dogs need exercise and dog agility can be an excellent form of exercise. There’s also a lot of fun to be had at your local agility club and taking part in competitions. However, you first have to determine whether or not your dog is right for agility. Generally speaking,…

When you begin using agility equipment, you might find that your dog enjoys some obstacles more than others. Sometimes, for instance, a dog might be a bit shy about using a dog tunnel and the collapsible chute. Here are a few tips that can help make tunnel training a big…

The bond between a dog and its person is a wonderful thing, but sometimes an owner might feel that there isn’t a strong enough bond in place. This can be especially true if you recently have acquired a rescue dog. There are many ways to build and strengthen that bond…

There are many different dog agility organizations out there and while there are many similarities, each group will have its own agility equipment size requirements and the dogs will be grouped differently. One of the great things about dog agility is that just about any dog can participate and dogs…