Agility must be the most fun you can have with your dog. Nearly all dogs thoroughly enjoy running and jumping and scrambling through tunnels and over ramps. Not only is it a great physical and mental workout for both handler and dog, it also requires a very high level of obedience. The great thing about agility is that sits, downs, waits and recalls are all taught as part of the process and the very informality means that the owners are far more likely to do their homework. As a way of bonding with your dog, it does not get much better than attending agility training.
Dogs can start as young as 6 months old, depending on breed. For very young pups everything is planned so that they do not put pressure on growing bones, yet learn all the skills they will need to be proficient performers when they are grown up. For all dogs I ask that they be physically fit and not overweight before they are allowed to attend agility training. If you are in any doubt, please consult your vet before booking. There is no upper age limit for dogs starting agility as long as they are still very fit.
We teach to competition standard. Most people who start agility say they will never enter a competition but we still train them to the highest standard anyway as in our experience most people get lured by the chance of a rosette with their clever dog. But if you just want a good workout with your dog that is fine by us. If you have any mobility issues, we can help you train your dog without you having to move very much at all.
