Coffs Harbour Dog Training Club Inc
Dog Training Classes for all dogs
"Enjoyable, Effective, Experienced"
(Affilated with DogsNSW)
Agility Guidelines
- Dogs with suitable physical abilities may only compete in agility.
- Dogs who are overweight or those with physical disabilities such as poor vision or lameness are not suitable.
- Handlers need to have moderate physical fitness (please notify the instructor if you have a medical condition that may affect your well being, safety or ability to follow instructions).
- Your dog needs to be in good health.
- Dogs must be at least 12 months old to follow a complete program.
- Dogs must be at least 6 months old to follow a modified program which includes no jumping or straight line weaving and lowered contact obstacles.
- Your dog must demonstrate attention to his handler ie will come to the handler with or without the use of food or toys.
In order for you and your dog to experience success, enjoyment and stay safe
the following agility rules are important:
- Dogs who are aggressive towards people or dogs are not allowed.
- Harsh training methods are prohibited
- Bitches in season are not permitted
- Handlers must wear suitable covered in shoes (no thongs or sandals) and clothing.
- Dogs must be on lead at all times unless under instructors supervision.
- All directions given by instructors need to be followed and please assist in setting up and putting away all equipment.
What to bring:
A fixed collar and a 2 meter lead
Poo bags
100mm or 150mm training tab
Your dog’s favorite food treats. Be creative eg Devon, BBQ chicken, cheese, salami, Frankfurts etc
Toys e.g. tug toy, squeaky toy, ball
Water and bowl.
Other helpful hints:
- Feed your dog after classes and reduce the amount to compensate for training treats.
- Have an enthusiastic attitude—this will help your dog learn.
- Have fun—if you aren’t having fun, neither is your dog.
- Ensure your dog has regular mental and physical exercise by providing training, walks and playtime.
1 hour per week as often as you choose to attend
Agilty Dog Sport is ideal for the high energy dog, over 12 months of age, who just loves to run, jump and play.
Teach your dog to handle a range of obstacles sometimes at breakneck speed.
Get fit as you share fun and laughter with our experienced trainers and canine companions.
Agility Dog Sport Fun Classes
Agility is a dog sport open to all dogs and was originally developed from equestrian show jumping. It is a fun way to spend time with your canine friends whilst negotiating an adventure playground for dogs. Some owners compete with their dogs at agility trials while others gain satisfaction by working with their dogs, forming a close bond and being part of a team.
In an agility course the handler directs his dog around many different obstacles which aim to test their intelligence and physical ability. As an educational and sporting activity it improves the dog’s integration into society and provides an acceptable way to reduce canine hyperactivity and boredom.
Agility training ensures that owners and dogs gain a good rapport with each other to form a perfect team. The speed of the dog is not always the issue, steadiness of work and accuracy is more essential for faultless course completion. If all else fails and dog and handler totally lose the plot then much hilarity and laughter is enjoyed by owners and spectators.
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