Paws For Agility

Within the world of dog agility, there are many different pieces of equipment, and each one poses a unique challenge for the dog and the owner. To that end, one of the most challenging sections of the agility course can be the dog tunnel. Depending on the length of the tunnel, the dog may or may not be able to clearly see the end, which is why it can be difficult to convince the dog to actually enter the tunnel. But tunnel training is like any trick. It just takes time, the right incentives, and a little bit of patience.

One of the most effective techniques that you can use with the dog tunnel is placing incentives along the length of the tunnel. Put a treat at the entrance, one in the middle, and one at the end. Once you dog has gotten over the initial trepidation of entering the tunnel, remove the treat in the middle. Then remove the treat at the beginning and so on until your dog runs through the tunnel without any incentive.

Many dog owners spend a great deal of time teaching their dogs how to do various tricks. With the aid of dog biscuits and vocal affirmations, people often get their dogs to master basic commands such as sit, stay, or speak. But for people that are interested in more advanced training techniques and commands, there is the sport of dog agility. This is a practice wherein a dog runs through an obstacle course, and the dog is tracked for both accuracy and speed.

The dog is generally led through by the owner, but the dog is not on a leash, and there is no use of incentives in order to get the dog to complete the course. The owner is also not allowed to touch either the dog or the obstacles. Because of this limited input by the owner, the dog must be very well trained. In order to achieve the greatest accuracy by the dog, it’s necessary for the owner to purchase various dog agility supplies. By putting in the time and effort with the right equipment, it is possible for your dog to become a champion in this challenging and intricate sport.