Paws For Agility

Dog shows have traditionally been only for breeders and avid dog enthusiasts, but in recent years dog showing has made its way into the mainstream. This has been due in large part to the film “Best in Show,” as well as increased coverage from the undisputed king of sports coverage: ESPN. One of the main components of a dog show is the judging of conformation.

For those unfamiliar with dog conformation, it is essentially the basic structure of the dog. In dog shows, a systematic evaluation is conducted that is specific to the dogs breed. Some of the main factors that go into a conformation analysis are length, size, substance and overall proportion.

As anyone who trains dogs knows, there is not one single obstacle that needs to be prepared for. From the crawl tunnel to the weave poles, there is an obstacle to test every aspect of a dog’s agility. While jumping is obviously a crucial element in any agility course, the heights and types of jumps will vary.

Because of this, it is important to have training tools that are easily able to adjust and adapt. Before you make an investment in dog agility jumps, be sure that it has multiple settings. Quality models will be able to adjustment from a few inches to over two feet.