Introductions
to Dog Agility
If you are
new to agility and are wondering what it is all about, or just want some more
information, here are some articles on the web that will help you out.
The Agility FAQ
The "official" FAQ on agility from rec.pets.dogs.activites. This can also be found here at the Dogpatch as the Introduction to Agility.The Sport of Agility
This introduction to agility has some neat photos of dogs performing the obstacles.About Agility
This nice intro to the sport from TAG includes photos of the obstacles.Agility...A Beardie Sport
Written for Beardie owners, but an excellent article for any newcomer to agility.What is Agility?
Great introduction to the sport, with a video presentation on You Tube.What is Agility?
A nice intro to reading a course diagram.Agility is Fun!
History of agility, intro to training, and instructions on making a simple stick-in the ground bar jump.
Getting Started in Agility
A great list of all the most important information for someone just getting into agility.
Agility in the News
Every once in awhile, our sport makes it into the papers. Here are links to news articles on the web featuring agility.
Dog Agility Trials
Agility raises funds for library.Hot Dogs!
Agility in the Campbell Courier.Dog Days
Agility in the Cupertino Courier.
Agility Training Articles
Some places on the web to find information
on training agility, troubleshooting, running trials, and much more!
Okay, so they are not really FAQs, I couldn't think of anything else to call them, and I'm not changing it now! Just about anything you need to know about training and showing in agility is covered in here, with new stuff being added periodically...individual obstacles, showing, problem-solving, the games classes, and much much, more. Also miscellaneous information like jump heights and title abbreviations, flying your dog, and even home-baked treats!
This site from England could go in many places on this page, it has so much stuff!! Tons and tons of wonderful articles, on trialing, training, equipment, plus stories, poems, photos and much more!Behaviour Articles
You'll find a few behaviourarticles at Cheryl May's Dog page.BAD Advice
Agility training tips from those BAD folks.Power Paws Articles
Training tips from Nancy Gyes.Training Weave Poles: The Clicker Method
Excellent online article on using a clicker to train weaves.Agility Training Tips
A growing page of articles from Pet Gazette.Agility Eye Magazine
The agility mag from England. Drop in for some training and competing tips.
Agility Trialing
Tips and hints for showing your dog or putting on a trial.
Description of the various jobs for workers and show committee, how to read accumulator sheets, and more.All About Agility
More good information on how a trial runs, and all the various jobs in entails.Lessons From Agility
Helpful hints for newbies.
Emphasis on NADAC and USDAA, but lots of good information from planning, to sample forms and premiums you can use.
How to Put on a Trial
More info on running a trial.Trial Guide for Novices
Comparison of USDAA, AKC, and NADAC classes for beginners, as well as tips for those new to agility trials.Your First Trial
More information for those new to agility trials.
From Agility Ability, tons of good information on agility trialing, plus special tips for beginners. [Currently Unavailable]
More from Agility Ability. How to Q, motel manners, your first trial, and much more! [Currently Unavailable]
Common Sense Tips for the Novice Handler
Another article with lots of good information for the beginner.Information To Get You Started On Agility
Introductions to gamblers, jumpers and snooker, titles and organization, and more.
Equipment Building
Information on building your own equipment.
Clean Run Obstacle Plans
Clean Run Magazine features regular articles with information on constructing equipment.Just For Fun Equipment
Instructions on building your own equipment or cheap alternatives.
Miscellaneous Articles
Other good stuff information to know.
Footwear
Recommendations from competitors on that all-important topic...what shoes to wear! [Currently Unavailable]Crates
Another popular topic...what to put the dog in. [Currently Unavailable]Agility Commands
List of commands commonly used in agility.Handling Critique
Some photos and comments on good handling.Agility Moves and Situations
An agility dictionary.Comparison of Organizations
Quick chart comparing the four US organizations.Agility Glossary
From Clean Run, a complete glossary of agility terms.60 Weave Pole Challenge
Also from Clean Run, complete rules and current record holders.Treat Them Like Dogs
Food for thought.The Truth About Agility
A very amusing look at the sport of dog agility.
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