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  Dogs Agility Products - Online US Pet Supply Store
The dog agility hurdle height adjusts quickly and easily to the marked height measurements on each of the uprights.
""The Agilite dog agility Tire Jump is light, durable, and easy to use, and uses the same construction as the Hurdle.
The dog takes ques from a handler to make his way though an obstacle course while racing against the clock or other dogs.
www.uspetstore.com /dog_agility   (361 words)

  
  Dog agility - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dog agility is a sport in which a handler directs a dog through an obstacle course in an accurate race against the clock.
Dogs, such as this Welsh Corgi, must be in control as the teeter hits the ground, after which the dog continues running.
Dog agility is a fairly new sport, created as merely a demonstration in the late 1970s in the United Kingdom.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Dog_agility   (4895 words)

  
 The Pembroke Welsh Corgi in Agility
The height of the jumps is determined by the height of the dog at the withers.
Agility dogs are trained to step on these contact zones for safety reasons: to prevent them from leaping to the ground from great heights.
The dog walk is a raised plank that looks similar to the balance beam in human gymnastics, but has ramps leading on the off the "beam." The dog walk is 10-12" wide and the center board is raised 36 or 48 inches off the ground, depending upon whether 8' or 12' planks are used.
www.pembrokecorgi.org /Perf_agilityintro.html   (1682 words)

  
 rec.pets.dogs: Canine Activities: Agility FAQ
Dogs are 'faulted' for actions such as taking down a jump bar, failing to put one or more feet in the safety or contact zone when ascending/descending contact equipment, taking obstacles out of sequence, and running past or stopping before the next obstacle to be performed.
Dogs of medium build that come from breeds and/or lines of breeding that have retained their original working abilities tend to be the most successful in agility competitions.
A well- trained agility dog learns to respond instantly to commands directing him to perform specific obstacles (when obstacles are placed immediately adjacent to one another) as well as commands causing him to run faster/slower, turn left/right and veer away from/closer to his handler.
www.faqs.org /faqs/dogs-faq/activities/agility   (2117 words)

  
 Agility Part I
The winner is the fastest dog who completes the course with the least number of course faults (points deducted for incorrectly performing an obstacle or running obstacles out of sequence.) In agility, the dog runs the course off-lead.
Agility began about 20 years ago and is currently experiencing the greatest participation growth of all dog sports throughout the world.
Dogs should be able to sit, down, come promptly when called off-lead, and be able to walk in a controlled manner off-lead before begining agility training.
www.wou.edu /las/physci/arc/articles/agility1.htm   (1641 words)

  
 Dog Owner's Guide: Agility
It's no accident that the obstacles in a dog agility course are reminiscent of jumps and barriers on a horse-jumping course -- the dog sport was born in England to provide entertainment during breaking in horse-jumping competitions.
Agility scores reflect speed and accuracy; the judges add fault points to the score for each obstacle that is not taken cleanly.
Dogs must be taught not to rush the obstacles, as they can injure themselves by falling from the A-frame or the dog walk if they throw caution to the winds.
www.canismajor.com /dog/agility.html   (935 words)

  
 Agility   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-13)
Darby is a very shy dog and through agility, she has gained a lot of confidence in herself and her abilities.
Agility is like a visit to a doggie amusement park, providing an outlet for excess energy and a fun way to spend some free time with your canine companion.
In its competitive form, Agility is the up-and-coming sport in which dogs traverse a maze of obstacles and compete for speed and accuracy.
members.aol.com /badharedey/agility.htm   (1086 words)

  
 Run Jump Weave Agility - Training Tips - Thousand Oaks, CA   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-13)
Once the dog has mastered the performance of the obstacles, the handlers learn to direct their dogs through a course of obstacles, with the objective being to negotiate the course in a safe manner, but with the fastest possible time.
All dogs are different and there are no hard and fast rules in agility training; however, one thing is for sure any negativity in training will come back to haunt you in competition.
It is the fast pace of an agility run, the constant variety of challenge, combined with the abundant opportunities to succeed or fail as a team that sets this sport apart from all other canine endeavors.
www.runjumpweave.com /tips.html   (1872 words)

  
 Australian Cattle Dogs in Agility
The Australian Cattle Dog is a natural athlete, and one good way to make use of the city dog's herding instinct and burn off some additional energy is to get an ACD involved in the sport known as dog agility.
Both Levi and Tucker are ILP dogs, indicating that your cattle dog doesn't have to have a wonderful pedigree to excel in agility.
Dog agility is a worldwide sport, and the home of the Australian Cattle Dog is one of the "hotbeds" of agility activity.
www.acdagility.com /acdagility_higraphics.html   (2010 words)

  
 The Dogs of Track and Field - How to turn your pet into a superstar athlete. By Sam Eifling
But perhaps the best test of endurance is the agility competition, a doggie decathlon in which man directs his best friend through an obstacle course littered with tubes, tires, seesaws, and slalom poles.
The sport of canine agility came to the United States from Britain scarcely 20 years ago, but the U.S. Dog Agility Association now claims 25,000 registered competitors.
Dogs who enjoy chasing a ball, cat, or sock for hours, and who respond well to a choice food or toy, are athletes-in-waiting.
www.slate.com /id/2124888   (1128 words)

  
 American Kennel Club - Agility
In agility, a dog demonstrates is agile nature and versatility by following cues from the handler through a timed obstacle course.
Agility strengthens the bond between dogs and handlers, it is extremely fun, and it provides vigorous exercise for both!
Safety of the dogs is a primary concern for AKC agility.
www.akc.org /events/agility/index.cfm   (286 words)

  
 Dog Art: Depicting dogs barking, training, and doing dog agility
Dogs are seen as the symbol of loyalty, and during the Renaissance period were often painted with married couples to represent fidelity.
Many depict the sweet and easy going personalities of family dogs and their relationships with humans, while in contrast to that, many convincingly illustrate what artists long ago did not capture: the fury of the snarling angry dog.
Assistance Dog Institute is a non-profit organization that is training dogs not only on the basics (sit, heel, stay, and how to stop a dog from barking, etc,) but teaches them to turn on lights, open doors, pull chairs and retrieve dropped objects for children and adults with physical disabilities or other special needs.
www.allaboutartists.com /dogart.html   (560 words)

  
 Dog Play: Just For Fun Agility - Equipment
For many dogs the ramp is the hard part because the dog must get on and off close to the bottom, in the "contact zone".
Dog Play's Agility Shops with fun dog agility related t-shirts, sweatshirts, mugs and more.
Dog agility T-Shirts, sweatshirts, mugs, buttons, stickers and more at the DogPlay Mall.
www.dogplay.com /Activities/Agility/agilitye.html   (629 words)

  
 ESPN Great Outdoor Games
The purpose of an Agility competition is to demonstrate a dog's willingness to work with its handler under a variety of conditions.
Last year's champions will be back to defend their titles in 2001 so look for Darell Bommarito and his dog Lacey in the big dog bracket and Shenna Lemche and Banchor leading the charge in small dog agility.
The time in which it takes each dog to complete the course will be recorded as their Agility Course Time for the purposes of assessing Time Faults and resolving ties.
espn.go.com /gog01/s/2001/0320/1158883.html   (1237 words)

  
 Dog Play: Just for Fun Agility
This page is for people who would like to try agility on a casual basis, or who just want to see some pictures of dogs having fun.
If agility interests you, but you can't compete, or don't want to it still worth visiting a class and talking with the instructor.
The club closest to me is The Bay Team for Dog Agility so if you are in the San Francisco Bay Area that's the place to start to find classes.
www.dogplay.com /Activities/Agility/agility.html   (666 words)

  
 Dog Books,Training, Care, puppies, obedience, dog literature, herding, agility, junior showmanship, dog arts and ...
The Complete Dog Book for Kids is the ideal way to teach kids about the rich history of the sport of dogs and how their pets contribute to it.
An invaluable introduction to the dogs of the world, this compact and comprehensive guide reveals key characteristics of each breed, highlights the their history, and provides tips on how to choose and care for a pet.
Ricky wants to help a starving stray dog that has been wandering around his yard, but after having been bitten by a dog when he was younger, he is frightened to befriend the lonely puppy.This great story is good for ages 9-12.
www.loveyourdog.com /books.html   (4318 words)

  
 Agility : Dog-Play's Fun Dog Stuff : CafePress.com
It isn't for every dog, but it is for every kind of dog.
Collections of a variety of agility designs that show the fun, sense of humor, and great dog relationship promoted by this sport.
Agility Mutts like to be on top - of the a-frame that is. Tshirts and more that aren't at all naughty.
www.cafepress.com /dogplay/312602   (471 words)

  
 Dog Books and Videos for Small Breed Dogs   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-13)
An English book about one of the oldest Terrier breeds, the history of the dog is traced to its present day status as a show, working, and family dog.
The Japanese Chin: Dog from the Land of the Rising Sun
History of the breed, famous kennels and specific dogs, the standard in England, US and world-wide, choosing a puppy, care and training, health and breeding.
www.all-about-small-breed-dogs.com /dog-books.html   (2048 words)

  
 Bebop Agility Dogs
Indoor, dirt flooring for comfort and safety for the dogs and handlers.
Intermediate Agility: This is a ____ week session at 7:00pm on Friday's and is for dogs
Competition Agility: This is a drop in class held every Friday at 8:00pm.
www.bebopusa.com /page/bebop_dog_training.html   (500 words)

  
 Natural Bone, Joint and Arthritis Products for your Pet
Working dogs such as police, search and rescue, and herding dogs benefit greatly from this safe, gentle formula as there are no side effects that would inhibit performance abilities.
Agility+ is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine theories and combines several herbs to create a very powerful and effective remedy to fight joint pain and inflammation without the hassle of mixed powders or forcing your companion to take pills.
Dogs suffering with joint diseases such as arthritis, bursitis, OCD, hip dysplasia and other degenerative problems with the shoulders, elbows, and hocks, can now experience immediate and long-term relief without drugs.
www.taoherbfarm.com /herbs/resources/arthritispet.htm   (2753 words)

  
 FastAntics Flyball and Agility Club - Agility Dogs
Agility can most easily be described as training your dog to run an obstacle course.
There are many variations as to how an agility course can be set up as well as run which eliminates boredom for the dogs as well as the owners.
Following are some of the dogs and handlers in our club that enjoy agility training.
www.flyballdogs.com /fastantics/agility.htm   (142 words)

  
 Home page for ACE Agility Club, Inc., a dog agility training organization
A.C.E. Agility's logo features a mixed breed dog to emphasize that agility is a sport for all dogs.
Other members compete in agility trials and earn titles for their dogs.
All dogs are eligible to compete with the USDAA, NADAC/ASCA and CPE, national agility organizations.
petsforum.com /ace   (306 words)

  
 Bouncing Back From Injury With Help from Antioxidants and Omega 3 Fatty Acids
We want our working, herding, and agility dogs to be just like rodeo athletes—rodeo athletes injure themselves and bounce back quickly.
This is an ideal supplement for older, and weaker dogs because their organs do not have to convert fatty acids into usable DHA and EPA.
Tell your dog that Dr. Robert Ferrari is going to be impressed by the speed of its recovery, but if it will heal completely now so that it can have a long, successful career.
www.pethealth101.com /Working_dogs/WorkingBouncing.shtml   (694 words)

  
 Agility Ability - Dog Agility Central
Among these were the original Agility Equipment, Books and Publications, and Club lists just to name a few.
Because of the efficiency of modern search engines and the difficulty in maintaining current information on the vast network that agility has become today these lists are no longer maintained on their own.
Agility Ability Awards and Testimonials we have received.
www.agilityability.com   (135 words)

  
 Deaf - Training Deaf Dogs   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-13)
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People is a registered charity that trains dogs to alert severely and profoundly deaf people to sounds they cannot hear such as the alarm clock, baby cry, smoke alarm and many others.
We rescue dogs and professionally train them to be hearing dogs for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. Dogs are placed nationally at no cost to the recipient.
NK Concepts - Dog Training. Positive and motivational methods are used along with a clicker to build a happier relationship between you and your dog.
www.deafdirectory.com /trainingdeafdogs   (1915 words)

  
 dog training supply
Look through our many dog training supply links to find just the dog training supply you need.
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www.speedlocate.com /dogs/training-supply   (1033 words)

  
 Why is the sport of agility one of the fastest growing sports in the world   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-13)
Our philosophy is to guide you in forming a team with your dog incorporating high standards and positive training techniques in a fun filled atmosphere.
Whether your goal is to build your dog’s self-confidence, get out for a few laughs and some dog and human exercise, or earn titles in high levels of competition, Big Easy Agility DogS can help you attain it.
This is an excellent opportunity for non-BEADS members to introduce your dog to the challenges a new environment may present.
members.cox.net /agility/BEADS.htm   (353 words)

  
 The Dog Agility Page - Articles
If you are new to agility and are wondering what it is all about, or just want some more information, here are some articles on the web that will help you out.
This introduction to AKC agility has some neat photos of dogs performing the obstacles.
Just about anything you need to know about training and showing in agility is covered in here, with new stuff being added periodically...individual obstacles, showing, problem-solving, the games classes, and much much, more.
www.dogpatch.org /agility/agpage1.cfm   (542 words)

  
 Dog Breeds   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-13)
Little shorkie dogs scamper about the living room of the house that is their kingdom.
The Italian Greyhound is the smallest of the family of gazehounds (dogs that hunt by sight), although they appear in the toy group due to their diminutive size.
You are currently browsing the Dog Breeds weblog archives.
www.dog-breed-info.com /page/2   (473 words)

  
 PetHealth101 - Your Dog, Cat and Pet Health Resource
Agility and working dog injuries: antioxidants & Omega 3 fatty acids
Antioxidants & Omega 3 fatty acid for agility
This information is for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian.
www.pethealth101.com   (533 words)

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