Agility

Agility was first introduced to the UK at Crufts 1978 and the structure of the competition has not changed very much over the years. It's a comparatively new form of dog competition, where the animal's fitness and the handler's ability to train and direct the dog over and through certain obstacles are tested.

It is fast, furious and a great favourite with competitors and spectators alike. Your dog does not have to be a pedigree dog to take part, but it must be registered with the Kennel Club on either the Breed Register or the Activity Register.

If you decide that Agility is a suitable activity for you and your dog, your next step is to receive some expert training.  Whatever competition you choose, your dog will be a happier pet for being trained.


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Agility Questionnaire

The Kennel Club Activities Health and Welfare Sub Group has recently developed and designed a questionnaire with the aim to investigate the occurrence, frequency and types of injury which occur in dogs that take part in Agility.

We are interested in hearing from dog owners who take part in agility events, at any level, to fill out a questionnaire for all dogs owned or handled by them

The questionnaire is not restricted to dogs taking part in Kennel Club licensed events; owners / handlers who participate in “unaffiliated” events or events run under regulations set by other bodies running Agility competitions are also encouraged to to complete the questionnaire.

If you wish to fill in the questionnaire or know anyone who would be interested in this please go to the following link:

www.surveymonkey.com/s/dogagility

Agility Beginner's Guide

illustration of dog on A frameIf you are just starting out in Agility or would simply like a bit more information to help you find out more about this activity you can visit the Agility competitions & general informations page and you can also download our free Agility Beginner's Guide (PDF). 

 

 

 

Keep up to date on Agility
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