On this course, I would like to test different skills but mainly have an option to train the ‘in’ cue. On some spots on the course, I also want to test when an ‘in’ would be better and when a double blind cross will keep the speed. When I design courses, I always think about what I want to train, what's hard for me, which solutions I would choose for my large dog (Belgian shepherd) and if I would choose different ones for my small dog (Papillon).
This training challenge includes two tricks that you can do indoors. All you need is treats, a clicker, a couch, a pillow and yes, some toilet paper. But if you haven’t any, no problem, you can use e.g. a cardboard box. Both tricks teach the dog to offer behaviors, but also to understand his hind feet better, which will be very beneficial e.g. in RC training and almost anywhere in agility.
As you know, agility requires a lot of strength from a dog for it to be able to control its body when performing obstacles and to be able to turn, collect and speed up efficiently and safely. So it goes without saying that fitness training benefits the dog in its agility career.
Imke Nie-wöhner, a vet from Germany, who offers many courses on dog fitness has built a training entity for you and your dog!
