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	Farm Dogs in Flyball
		Flyball is a particularly good sport for farm dogs because, unlike agility and disc dogs which are solitary sports involving only the dog and handler pairs, flyball is a team sport where dogs and people play together in sort of a “pack” situation.
		Flyball is a fast-paced relay race for dogs, a team sport that was invented in California in the late 70's where it was introduced to millions of Americans on the Johnny Carson Show.
		Flyball seems to be as good for the human as it is for the dog.
	www.farmdogsusa.com /id8.html (942 words)

	Flyball -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Flyball is run in teams of four dogs, as a (Electrical device such that current flowing through it in one circuit can switch on and off a current in a second circuit) relay.
		A great part of flyball's popularity stems from the fact that it is one of the competition activities available to (Click link for more info and facts about mixed-breed dog) mixed-breed dogs, allowing rescued mutts to shine along side their (A pedigreed animal of unmixed lineage; used especially of horses) purebred canine friends.
		Flyball is one of the non- (A dog used in hunting game) hunting dog sports in which dogs and people work as a team together.
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/f/fl/flyball.htm (377 words)

	BREAK-AWAYS UK
		Flyball (International Flyball Racing) is a team "knockout" relay race with 4 dogs and their handlers in a team.
		Flyball came to Britain in the early 90's where a group of enthusiasts founded the British Flyball Association (BFA).
		Flyball is a sport that is becoming more and more popular as dog owners are finding it is a great way to have fun with their dogs and the flyball fraternity are such friendly people and are always ready to help the newcomers to the sport.
	breakawaysflyball.co.uk (477 words)

	Kennel Club
		Flyball is an energetic and fun activity you can enjoy, both as a spectator, and by joining in with your dog.
		Flyball was introduced to this country in 1990 at Crufts.
		Flyball is still quite an unusual activity and few clubs may be involved with it.
	www.the-kennel-club.org.uk /kennelclub/KClub_content.asp?ID=106 (416 words)

	Flyball's Golden Teams
		Flyball is a fun team sport that was invented in California in the late 1970's.
		Flyball is a relay race that has four dogs on a team.
		The flyball box is 15 feet from the last hurdle, which gives you a 51 foot overall length.
	landofpuregold.com /flyball.htm (607 words)

	Flyball
		Flyball is a team sport for dogs that was invented in California in the late 70's.
		In North America, Flyball is governed by the North American Flyball Association(NAFA).
		In Belguim, flyball is governed by the Belgian Flyball Federation.
	www.flyballdogs.com /FAQ.html (488 words)

	Fly Ball
		Flyball is a team sport for dogs that was invented in California in the late 1970's.
		Flyball competitions are run in divisions, based on where the teams are seeded.
		Flyball is a sport in which any dog can participate - regardless of breed, shape or size.
	www.dogs4sale.com.au /Fly_Ball.htm (419 words)

	North American Flyball Association \| About Flyball
		Flyball got its start in the late 1960's and early 1970's, when a group of dog trainers in Southern California created scent discrimination hurdle racing, then put a guy at the end to throw tennis balls to the dogs when they finished the jump line.
		It didn't take long for the group to decide to build some sort of tennis ball-launching apparatus, and the first flyball box was born.
		Herbert Wagner is credited with developing the first flyball box, and apparently he did a flyball demo on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson that got a lot of peoples attention.
	www.flyball.org /aboutflyball.html (597 words)

	Jabula Flyball Classes
		Flyball training and competition is a great way to keep your dog in shape, instill confidence and take his/her training to the next level.
		Flyball can also be played just for fun, and confidence building.
		The object of Flyball is for both the dog and the handler to have fun.
	www.jabuladogs.com /flyball.html (451 words)

	New England Trailblazers - About Flyball
		Flyball is a team sport for dogs that was invented in California in the late 70's.
		Flyball is a relay race with 4 dogs on a team.
		The first hurdle is 6 feet from the start line and the box is 15 feet from the last hurdle for a 51 foot overall length.
	www.ne-trailblazers.org /flyball.html (424 words)

	ACDs in Flyball
		Flyball is a fast and exciting sport -- for the dogs, the handlers and the spectators.
		A flyball team consists of four dogs and their handlers, a boxloader and one or two alternate dogs and handlers.
		One dog from each team must go over four jumps, step on a flyball box pedal, catch a tennis ball which flies out of the box and return with the ball over all four jumps to the start/finish line where the next dog is waiting to run.
	www.cattledog.com /activities/flyball.html (529 words)

	What is Flyball?
		Flyball is a four-dog relay race in which each dog must outrun over four hurdles, trigger a spring-loaded box that releases a ball, retrieve the ball and bring it back past the finish line.
		Dogs of all sizes can compete in flyball, and because the jump height for each team is determined by the size of the smallest dog on the team (referred to as the “height dog”;), most clubs try to have at least one small dog in each racing lineup.
		For flyball training, you will need at least 4 jumps (most teams make their own out of plywood or sintra, a strong synthetic material), and a flyball box.
	bunchofpants.com /flyball (761 words)

	Participation by GSDs in flyball is growing.
		Flyball is actually a timed relay race between two teams of 4 dogs.
		The minimum height of the hurdles in a flyball course are 8 inches (20.3cm) and the maximum height 16 inches tall (40.6cm).
		Flyball is a sport in which any dog may participate, regardless of its breed, shape or size.
	www.total-german-shepherd.com /GSDsinflyball.html (425 words)

	Border Collies - Flyball
		The flyball machine (in its original form) was invented by a lazy gentleman — Californian Herbert Wagner.
		Behind the flyball machine the loader stands; he is responsible for reloading the balls in the flyball machine.
		The fact that results are immediately available (in contrast with other sports you don't have to wait all day for the results to be published) and that there is a direct confrontation with another team contribute to the attractiveness of the sport.
	www.bordercollies.nl /eflyball.shtml (941 words)

	Sarasota Obedience Training Club - Flyball
		In the early 80's the North American Flyball Association (NAFA) was formed and became the worldwide authority for Flyball.
		Flyball is a team relay race with 4 dogs on a team.
		Flyball races match two teams of four dogs each, racing side-by-side over the 51 foot long course.
	www.sotc.addr.com /flyball.html (248 words)

	FLYBALL
		Flyball was invented at the end of the 1970s.
		First of all, Flyball is open to all dogs, regardless of their origin, breed, or size.
		Flyball therefore allows the master to improve the relationship he has with his dog, and also allows his companion to perform a minimum of physical exercise.
	www.agiliteiros.com /journal/flyballingl.htm (611 words)

	UK Flyball, the British Flyball Association from Try My Sport.
		Flyball UK The BFA is the governing body for one of the fastest growing dog sports in the UK.
		Flyball is a fun sport for your dog, any dog any age any size, if your dog is fit enough it can play Flyball.
		Flyball is a team sport, from a squad of up to 6 you can select 4 dogs to run in a heat.
	www.trymysport.co.uk /flyball.htm (379 words)

	North American Flyball Association \| NAFA Home
		The new Flyball Locator section has been updated to include a listing of all active NAFA clubs by state/province.
		Check out our new Flyball Training Forum, where your training questions are answered by three of the best flyball trainers in North America – Lee Heighton, Pam Martin, and Aaron Robbins.
		Halley is the #1 Chinese Shar Pei in NAFA, and became the first Shar Pei to earn a Flyball Master title on March 10, 2007.
	www.flyball.org (474 words)

	Twin Cities Obedience Training Club, Inc. - Flyball Classes - TWIN CITIES OBEDIENCE TRAINING CLUB (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The Flyball I class requires the dog to be able to do an on-leash sit or down stay for 30 seconds, a dead ball retrieve, and a recall in the presence of other dogs.
		Flyball is a relay race in which 2 Flyball teams compete against each other.
		A Flyball team consists of 4 main dogs and their handlers, a boxloader, and one or two alternate dogs and handlers.
	www.tcotc.com /generic7.html (509 words)

	Winston-Salem Dog Training Club, Incorporated Web Site - Flyball (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		As simple as flyball competition appears to be, it is, in fact, somewhat complex and requires training on details, motivation, and timing, especially since speed is crucial for success.
		Flyball is open to all dogs, mixed breeds or purebred, small, or large.
		Flyball competition started and is most active in the north central U.S. and Canada, but has begun to expand to the east coast, west coast and into Texas.
	www.piedmontcommunities.us /servlet/go_ProcServ/dbpage=page&GID=01009011540945458853495908&PG=01017011540952175511199187 (680 words)

	HOT Flyball
		Flyball is a fast-paced, team sport of four dogs and handlers.
		At a flyball tournament, teams are competing against the others in their division for team placements.
		Dogs also earn individual flyball titles through the accumulation of points awarded based on the team's time: If a team runs a race in less than 32 seconds, each dog receives 1 point; less than 28 seconds, each dog receives 5 points; less than 24 seconds, each dog receives 25 points.
	home.flash.net /~hotdc/flyball.htm (328 words)

	Go Dog Go! - Flyball Club - Research Triangle Park, NC
		Flyball is not an AKC sport, so any breed or mix breed can play.
		Flyball is a great outlet for any dog with energy and drive.
		However, all flyball dogs need a good recall and basic obedience, teaching good manners and a solid recall can be taught to puppies.
	godoggo.org /html/flyballinfo.html (876 words)

	Flyball - Dog Sports and Activities - Canada's Guide to Dogs
		A flyball team consists of four dogs and their handlers, plus up to two alternate dogs and handlers and a box loader.
		Many people who are involved in flyball with their dogs do not compete but rather do it just for fun and demonstrations at local fairs, sporting events, business promotions, and all kinds of special events.
		Flyball is governed by the North American Flyball Association (NAFA), which was formed in 1985.
	www.canadasguidetodogs.com /clubs/flyball.htm (514 words)

	The American Whippet Club (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Flyball is a hurdle relay race for a team of 4 pure- or mixed-breed dogs.
		Flyball is popular in the Midwest and in Canada, although it is a growing sport in many other regions.
		Whippets can be very good at flyball due to their speed and jumping ability, but some do not enjoy playing with balls, so look for a happy retriever who is very playful if you are interested in Flyball with your Whippet.
	www.americanwhippetclub.net /whipfly.html (269 words)

	Chakotay's Flyball Equipmemt
		We live in a part of the country where there are no flyball clubs, teams, or even another dog learning flyball.
		So when we decided that playing flyball would be a good source of exercise for our then four month old Toy Manchester Terrier, it meant starting from scratch.
		Two or three of the dogs are a bit tentative with it, and I need to take some time and adjust the distance the ball goes and fiddle with the "touch" a bit.
	www.geocities.com /Heartland/Ranch/2119/flyballeq.htm (733 words)

	Flyball
		Flyball is a relay race consisting of a team of four dogs.
		Flyball does take quite a bit of training - they have to learn to go over the hurdles, turn correctly on the box for maximum speed and safety (referred to as a "swimmer's turn"), bring the ball back and NOT run after the other dogs!
		Gryphon does enjoy flyball as well and has a wonderful swimmer's turn off the flyball box, but because he is highly distracted right now with all the other dogs around him, he's taking a break from flyball to concentrate on agility.
	home.earthlink.net /~tulipdragon/id1.html (588 words)

	Any flyball Boxers out there? - Boxer Board (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Flyball is a team sport for dogs and their handlers.
		His younger sister Emma is also learning the sport, but at this point she would rather play with the dogs in the other lane.
		I think she will enjoy flyball as she is very fast and loves to run around with a tennis ball in her mouth.
	www.boxerworld.com /forums/showthread.php?threadid=18027 (716 words)

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