What are some of the activities that dogs perform in agility competitions?
Dog agility competitions are truly tests of teamwork. After all, they are intended to not only challenge your pup’s athletic ability, but to see how well you handle the dog. That’s why agility competitions are set up as obstacle courses. Doggie competitors are asked not only to jump over hurdles Ð they are required to navigate ramps, run through tunnels, weave through poles, and traverse teeter-totters. All of these activities are timed. At first glance, an agility course might look more like a giant playground for dogs than anything else – and of course, a competition can be so much fun that it seems like play – but winning requires preparation, training, and above all, a strong partnership with your pup. – Dr.
