In addition to providing your canine with the mental and physical stimulation they need, practicing dog agility is a great way to bond with your pup. But where do you begin? Just like picking up any ...

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Many dogs have energy that a simple walk around the block cannot fully burn off. Active breeds especially need mental and physical challenges to stay engaged. Without outlets for that energy, boredom ...

Strong recall and following directions is essential in agility drills. Start training your dog with basic commands, such as come, down, sit and stay. Get up to speed on “flatwork,” or the parts of ...