Dog Agility Training Archives – Top Dog Tips

How to Get Started with Dog Agility Training

TOP #74: How to Start with Dog Agility Training

Samantha Randall - Feb 1, 2019

In this podcast episode, Cindy Swiney of AAC explains how beginners can get started with dog agility training and get involved in the competition circle.

Dog Agility Competitions

The Pros and Cons of Dog Agility Competition Training

Patrick Lumontod - Mar 22, 2018

Getting your pooch into dog agility competitions can be a great way for you and your pet to bond and exercise together. Agility dogs...

best agility dogs

30 Best Agility Dogs That Are Easiest to Train for Competitions

Amy Downs - Oct 11, 2017

We have all seen the commercials and TV programs with the dog and owner at the beach with a Frisbee or in the park...

Best Dog Agility Equipment Kit

Top 15 Best Dog Agility Equipment Kits

Patrick Lumontod - Aug 8, 2017

Training your dog for dog agility competitions is more in fashion today than ever before. Agility training takes a ton of time and some...

Gym in a Box for Dogs It's Woofonderful

Gym in a Box for Dogs? It’s Woofonderful!

Diana Beth Miller - Jun 22, 2016

We humans are always looking for the next fitness craze to melt off those extra pounds, or at least an exercise regime that doesn't...

Best Sports to Do with Your Dog

10 Best Sports to Do with Your Dog

James Rhys Clarke - Jun 10, 2016

Dogs love sports, maybe even more than we do, and they are quite the athletes too. It may take a little time to find the...

Agility Training For Dogs - The Ultimate Beginners Guide

Agility Training For Dogs: The Ultimate Beginners Guide

Patrick Lumontod - Mar 10, 2016

Watching the clever Border Collie, Tex, win the 2015 Westminster Dog Agility Contest or the whip-quick retriever, Joy, earn the large dog agility prize...

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The 25 Best Dogs for Small Apartments

25 Best Dog Breeds for Small Apartments

James Rhys Clarke - Feb 17, 2019

If you’re considering to welcome a new furry addition to your family, there are many things to consider including the dog's temperament, energy levels...

4 Heart Problems in Dogs - Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

4 Heart Problems in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

Kelli Pechal, VT - Feb 16, 2019

Dogs can suffer from a variety of heart problems, just like humans. In fact, it is estimated that 10% of all dogs in the...

Heated Dog Blankets and Beds - Are They Useful and Safe for Our Pets

Heated Dog Blankets and Beds: Are They Useful and Safe for...

Rachel Garner - Feb 15, 2019

Despite all the fluff and fur, pets may need help keeping warm, particularly during the colder seasons. While heated dog blankets can come with hazards,...

Breathing Problems in Dogs - What It Means and How to Fix It

Breathing Problems in Dogs: How to Spot Them and What to...

Kelli Pechal, VT - Feb 13, 2019

Numerous dog breathing problems can present a life-threatening situation and a quick reaction on the owner's part is often necessary. Respiratory problems can be...

Lifelong Dog Care Costs Explained

Lifelong Dog Care Costs Explained

Diana Beth Miller - Feb 12, 2019

Aspiring dog owners often underestimate the cost of dog ownership over a lifetime, sometimes either focusing only on monthly or yearly costs, or overlooking...

5 Signs of Dog Anal Glands Problems (And What to Do)

5 Signs of Dog Anal Glands Problems (And What to Do)

Kelli Pechal, VT - Feb 11, 2019

While dog anal glands problems are usually not life-threatening, with the exception of anal gland cancer, they are relatively common and can affect your dog’s...

Disaster Preparedness - Are You and Your Pet Prepared

Disaster Preparedness: Are You and Your Pet Prepared?

Latasha Doyle - Feb 9, 2019

Disaster preparedness is something that many of us don’t think about until it’s too late. In light of the devastating natural disasters we have...

Top 16 Commands You Must Teach Your Dog After Adopting

16 Commands You Must Teach Your Dog After Adopting

Patrick Lumontod - Feb 8, 2019

You’ve made an excellent decision to adopt a homeless dog from your local animal shelter. However, when adopting a dog with an unknown history,...

A Dog for Personal Protection - 6 Things You Must Consider First

A Dog for Personal Protection: 6 Things You Must Consider First

Patrick Lumontod - Feb 7, 2019

We adopt dogs for many reasons: we may want companionship, a jogging partner, or someone else to take care of; we may be looking...

AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification - Everything You Need to Know

Canine Good Citizen Certification: Everything You Need to Know

Diana Beth Miller - Feb 6, 2019

The AKC Canine Good Citizen program provides a solid foundation of behavioral training for your dog, but it also comes with some unexpected additional...

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