Sentences with phrase «agility course in»

By using household objects like chairs, blankets, brooms, and buckets, you can create an agility course in which your dog will enjoy navigating and weaving.
You will also be given helpful hints to create an agility course in your own backyard.
The masters agility course in the Westminster Kennel Club dog show is an event that dogs train for all year.
Now, the 8 - year - old dog is so outgoing that she eagerly ran the agility course in front of crowds Saturday.
In addition, thanks to a new permanent agility course in the off - leash area, they intend to implement rally techniques and also find a way to incorporate an Emotional Therapy Dog Program into the training regimen this year.
You can even build a little agility course in your backyard with piles of snow!
In addition, keep in mind that since your dog is an outdoor dog doesn't mean they are getting exercise, so you will still have to play fetch, frisbee, take him or her for a walk, go jogging, running, or hiking or even train them to do agility courses in order to keep them fit and healthy.

Not exact matches

Nonlinear movements, such as side - stepping footwork using an Agility Ladder, or running a slalom course around Agility Cones, engage a greater wide range of muscles than if you decide to simply run in a straight line.
A non-comprehensive list of the powers Lucy acquires over the course of the film: perfect marksmanship, extreme agility, and instantaneous reflexes; the ability to control TVs and cell phones from thousands of miles away; immunity to pain and fear; telepathy, telekinesis, and clairvoyance; expertise in driving a car really fast into oncoming traffic; teleportation across time and space; and the capacity to alter her existing body parts or grow new ones.
That's completely irrelevant in the real world, of course, but it does speak of a level of agility that marks the Macan out from its rivals.»
Adaptive cruise control can be added to help improve safety on the motorway, and of course the Cayman's terrific grip, traction and braking — as well as its agility — mean you've a greater chance of avoiding trouble in the first place.
I've been doing agility since 1993 — with different dogs, of course, because these dear creatures have such short lives — and am lucky enough to live in the Irish countryside and to have a garden large enough to fit a full - size agility arena where I can train my own dogs and accommodate our local club's agility classes.
In some parts of the world (like America), lure coursing is a recognised canine sport where dogs are evaluated for follow, speed, agility, endurance, and overall ability.
While it's true that dog agility originated as a timed competitive sport where dogs and handlers navigated an obstacle course that required well - trained canine competitors to jump, sprint and weave, an increasing number of paw - rents are participating in the sport as a recreational activity.
Agility is a high - intensity sport in which dogs run through an obstacle course with adrenaline pumping through their veins.
In agility, the handler is given a set amount of time to direct their dog off - leash around a course.
In Europe, agility and jumping competitions are popular for rabbits, and at rat shows, rats compete on agility courses as well.
Though the majority of dogs appreciate the many activities in the agility course, do not despair if your pooch might not be the next star athlete.
Members come from all walks of life, from devoted pet fanciers to breeders, owners, judges and exhibitors in conformation, obedience, tracking, agility, therapy and coursing.
For the more athletic minded group, Great Danes due quite well and are very impressive when participating in structured canine activities such as lure coursing, agility, obedience competition, fly - ball and tracking.
Also, spending quality time with your dog in the course of a day is also essential, consisting not of babying or cuddling but activities that build a strong leader / dog relationship, such as agility, playing fetch, hide and seek, all beneficial for the psychological well - being of your dog.
I'd recommend that you get your toy poodle involved in obedience classes and, if possible, agility work (obstacle courses).
In an agility trial, a dog demonstrates its agile nature and versatility by following cues from the handler through a timed obstacle course of jumps, tunnels, weave poles and other objects.
The goal in any dog agility competition is simple; be the fastest canine / handler team to complete the course without any disqualifications, and considering the fastest time at the 2006 AKC National Agility Championship was 30.81 seconds, achieved by Border Collie Sterling and his handler Jerry Brown, we do meaagility competition is simple; be the fastest canine / handler team to complete the course without any disqualifications, and considering the fastest time at the 2006 AKC National Agility Championship was 30.81 seconds, achieved by Border Collie Sterling and his handler Jerry Brown, we do meaAgility Championship was 30.81 seconds, achieved by Border Collie Sterling and his handler Jerry Brown, we do mean fast!
Our agility and obedience training centers are full and even the wait lists are full, so we're patiently waiting to get in line for both of these courses, mainly to give her an outlet for energy and to teach her to walk without tugging.
Many Papillons achieve Best in Show at dog shows and quite a few have achieved the very highest titles in competitive obedience and the obstacle course race called agility.
This breed is an interesting choice for an experienced owner who wants to participate with a smart little dog in agility classes (obstacle course for dogs) or in ongoing obedience classes at the intermediate or advanced level.
These little athletes can compete in agility, lure coursing, and fly ball but be prepared for injuries.
At its highest levels, agility requires handlers to use voice and body language to direct their dogs over obstacles in ever - changing courses, demonstrating the ultimate in human / canine communication.
You can often see this in show dogs, especially when they've won, such as this reaction from Border collie Tex after running an agility course faster than any other dog.
Introduction to Agility - Obstacle Familiarization: Your dog will be taught Jumping; A-Frame; Dog Walk; Tire; Tunnel; Table and intro to Weaves in this course.
We had our Annual Open House BBQ in June with an agility course for our canine friends, lots of fun!
Yes, the Border Collie often dominates the agility course, but here's a shout - out to the Rat Terrier and four other breeds with a spring in their step!
Russell helped sponsor the first agility trial in East Tennessee and, over the course of a few years, became an instructor.
Keep training sessions regular (at least a few minutes every day) and fun, and the Miniature Schnauzer can learn to do just about anything, from retrieving a ball to competing in dog sports like competitive obedience and agility (a fast - paced obstacle course race).
Agility: In agility courses, the dog and his handler must complete an obstacle course of jumps, walks, tunnels and see - saws with efficiency and dexAgility: In agility courses, the dog and his handler must complete an obstacle course of jumps, walks, tunnels and see - saws with efficiency and dexagility courses, the dog and his handler must complete an obstacle course of jumps, walks, tunnels and see - saws with efficiency and dexterity.
If you simply want a pet for your family, and don't have the time or inclination to take your dog running or hiking or biking or swimming, or to get involved in hunting, or agility (obstacle course) classes, or advanced obedience, I do not recommend this breed (unless you adopt an older adult with a mellow temperament).
All that said, if you're interested in canine sports like competitive obedience or agility (obstacle course), Ibizan Hounds are one of the best choices of the sighthounds.
This course includes 6 Lessons and covers understanding the use of Classical and Operant Conditioning, advanced on and off leash skills including come recalls from a greater distance, Down - Stays for a longer duration, Loose Leash Walking by your side in busier environments, Service Dog Task Training, Clicker Training, Crate Training, Tricks, Agility Sports, Go to Bed, Sit - Stay from a greater distance
You must be willing and prepared to involve your Bulldog in some sort of formal, organized training program that will stimulate and utilize his intelligent mind and strong, active body: for example, Schutzhund training, which is a demanding and interactive training method testing for endurance, physical strength, and intelligence, requiring and creating a strong bond between owner and dog; or advanced agility (obstacle courses) which requires a high degree of communication between you and your Bulldog.
There is nothing like the joy I've found in those moments of complete and total flow with my dogs on the agility course.
I continue to work to overcome those unexpected off courses in my own journey through the agility course of life.
Field Spaniels enjoy competing in dog sports such as hunting tests, obedience trials, agility courses and the breed ring.
Those who don't reach the show ring are placed in loving homes, where they can excel in obedience, rally, agility, lure coursing, barn hunting, dock diving, therapy... and of course, just as their siblings who spend time in the conformation ring do....
AKC Canine Partners allows mixed breed dogs and non-eligible AKC registered dogs to participate and earn titles in dog sports such as Agility, Obedience, Rally, Tracking and Coursing Ability.
Activities like flyball, agility courses, lure coursing — even a simple fetch — are examples of the prey instinct in action.
When not focusing on saving lives, Dr. Delany enjoys training and competing with her dogs in the sport of dog agility (all rescued dogs, of course).
Today's Pharaoh Hounds are successful in agility, obedience / rally, conformation, lure coursing and as therapy dogs.
For really ambitious active Italian Greyhounds and owners, agility is a fun and engaging activity allowing the dogs to run through tubes, jump over and weave through poles, and negotiate other obstacles in the agility course.
You can start training on a real obstacle course (such as the easy to assemble Affordable Agility in the Bag) once your pet is fully grown — usually after 1 year of age for smaller breeds and after up to 18 months for large breeds.
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