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Learn how to train your dog for an agility course for exercise, obedience, show or competition. Teach them techniques on agility obstacles, such as Chute, Table, Tire, Tunnel, See-Saw, Jumping and other moves in this free video series and guide.
There are 14 videos in this series:
Weaving through poles and obstacles is a large part of any dog agility course and training for this is important. Teach any dog how to weave through an agility course by using the advice in this free video from an experienced dog trainer.
Jumping over poles and obstacles is a large part of any dog agility course and training for this is important. Teach any dog how to jump through an agility course by using the advice in this free video from an experienced dog trainer.
Panel jumping in a dog agility course is a bit difficult for the animal because they can see what is on the other side of the obstacle. Teach any dog how to panel jump through an agility course by using the advice in this free video from an experienced dog trainer.
The chute obstacle in a dog agility course is a bit like a tunnel but it has a chute at the end of it. Teach any dog how to run through a chute on an agility course by using the advice in this free video from an experienced dog trainer.
The tunnel obstacle in a dog agility course is a bit like a chute but without a chute at the end of it. Teach any dog how to run through a tunnel on an agility course by using the advice in this free video from an experienced dog trainer.
The table is an obstacle on a dog agility course that the animal must run up and across. Teach any dog how to run across a table on an agility course by using the advice in this free video from an experienced dog trainer.
The ladder on a dog agility course is designed for a dog to get used to watching his or her feet. Teach any dog how to run through a ladder correctly on an agility course by using the advice in this free video from an experienced dog trainer.
Targeting on a dog agility course is to teach the animal to put his or her feet on a specific spot. Teach any dog how to do this anywhere on an agility course by using the advice in this free video from an experienced dog trainer.
The broad jump on a dog agility course is a long platform that the dog must jump completely over. Teach any dog how to jump over a wide platform on an agility course by using the advice in this free video from an experienced dog trainer.
The tire obstacle on a dog agility course is a circle that the dog needs to jump through. Teach any dog how to jump through a tire on an agility course by using the advice in this free video from an experienced dog trainer.
Sequencing a dog agility course is teaching the dog the order of the obstacles and actions it must take. Teach any dog how to learn the sequence of tasks on an agility course by using the advice in this free video from an experienced dog trainer.
The front cross is when the trainer brings the dog from one obstacle, in front of them to the next obstacle. Teach any dog how to do a front cross on an agility course by using the advice in this free video from an experienced dog trainer.
The rear cross is when the trainer brings the dog from one obstacle, behind them to the next obstacle. Teach any dog how to do a rear cross on an agility course by using the advice in this free video from an experienced dog trainer.
Sequencing and obstacle referencing is at the heart of dog agility training as shown in this free video clip. Train a dog to reference voice commands with tasks on an agility course as they run it.
Dog agility is a sport in which a handler directs a dog without a leash through an obstacle course in a set amount of time. It is somewhat similar to an equestrian competition, but has its own obstacles, rules and scoring system. It has been growing in popularity since the 1970’s, and spectators seem to love watching dogs display the highest levels of athleticism and training as they race against the clock. Several national organizations, including the United States Dog Agility Association (USDAA) and American Kennel Club (AKC) have more information on programs, tournaments, rules, performance standards and everything else you might need to get you and your dog on course to becoming agility champions. In this series of free video lessons, veteran dog trainer Kim Amatucci shows you the basic information you need to start agility training with your dog. You’ll learn what dogs are best for agility training, how to set up the obstacles for a dog agility course and obtain tips on maintaining focus and giving your dog positive reinforcement. Your dog will be in better shape than you by the end of these videos.
Kim Amatucci Kim Amatucci is a practicing Pet Dog Trainer and Behavior Consultant. Her main interests are Family Pet Training,Agility, and Aggression. She has been training group classes and doing behavior consulting since 2002 and been working with her own pets for the past 13 years. She is a positive reinforcement trainer. Specializing in large breeds and has a lot of experience with all breeds. She is currently earning titles in CPE and USDAA Agility, and APDT,and AKC Rally-Obedience training. She is currently Owner of The Perfect Pooch pet training running classes out of Pet X in Howell, MI. In her spare time she enjoys volunteering for the Mid Michigan Boxer Rescue (where her boxer/mix was rescued) competing in Agility and Rally-O and continuing her education attending behavior conferences. She is looking forward to expanding her training to Hunting, Tracking, Search and Rescue, Flyball and Therapy work. Her main objective is to educate the public on training and behavior to keep pets from being euthanizeddkdk
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