Training Agility
November 21st, 2009
How to start a puppy in agility training?
I am getting a blue merle Australian Shepherd puppy on the 22nd. She is only 7 weeks old and I would like to start her on some simple agility training at home soon as possible. What equipment should I start with and what are the best methods to use during her training? Also where can I get these supplies? Thank you.
I’d like to add a question. What is contacts?
I’m glad you’re thinking ahead about how to keep your Aussie occupied – high energy and intelligence are “standard equipment” in these dogs.
Before you even start in agility, you need to start with puppy obedience followed with basic and advanced obedience. In these classes, you’ll probably make some connections with other people interested in the sport.
After obedience, your pup will be ready for an introduction to the more gentle aspects of agility like tunnels and chutes. The site below has a link to agility, and from there you can find a world of information, like how to build your own equipment and where to find resources in your area.
A “contact” is the differently-colored part of equipment, like near the bottom of the A-frame, that a dog must touch before leaping off.
Have a wonderful time!
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