Watch out! Here comes Kai!
(Owned by Cheryl Smagala)
Agility
is a sport in which dogs must safely navigate their way around
a course which may include crawling thru tunnels, jumping
obstacles, climbing up and over a steep inclined ramp, crossing
a see-saw, etc.
The
event is timed and dogs lose points for mistakes made during their
run. There are several organizations that offer titles in this
sport. Check our Links page for a
listing of agility organizations.
At
Training with Kindness, we offer beginner agility classes
for puppies as well as older dogs. It's a great sport to teach
your puppy. It builds confidence and starts to create a bond with
your new friend.
When
we teach agility to puppies, all equipment is low to the ground
and no jumping or climbing high obstacles is allowed. Growth
plates on puppies have to close first before any strenuous athletic
endeavors are pursued.
