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Reita · 11-13-2008, 07:58 PM

Ok, I've decided that I want to try some agility training with Lil Bit. He's a smart guy (aren't all yorkies!) so I'm not concerned about the actual training. I have some questions about the equipment, tho. Like, which one should I start with? I've seen several that look like fun and I'm thinking the hurdle might be an easy one for starters. I also thought maybe the weaving poles or the see saw? I saw a "pause table" too and guessed that was for showing? Should I limit training to one piece of equipment until he gets that one down or is it ok to try a couple of different ones? I know someone here will be able to point me in the right direction cuz I've always gotten great advice! Thanks!!!

Erin · 11-13-2008, 08:39 PM

Jumps and weaves are pretty easy and the table is nice just for training in general (I love the on/off commands, so useful!!) Anything like the A frame and teeter are harder because the dog has to have a lot of confidence to do it.

Do you have a class you can sign up for? We did rally and it was a lot of fun!

YorkieMother · 11-14-2008, 07:41 PM

If you are going to do agility make sure you have a vet check.
Making sure that the body is done growing and in shape to do it is important.

Then when the all clear is given go have fun.
JL

11-13-2008, 07:58 PM	#1
Reita Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2008 Location: Texas, USA Posts: 86	? about agility training Ok, I've decided that I want to try some agility training with Lil Bit. He's a smart guy (aren't all yorkies!) so I'm not concerned about the actual training. I have some questions about the equipment, tho. Like, which one should I start with? I've seen several that look like fun and I'm thinking the hurdle might be an easy one for starters. I also thought maybe the weaving poles or the see saw? I saw a "pause table" too and guessed that was for showing? Should I limit training to one piece of equipment until he gets that one down or is it ok to try a couple of different ones? I know someone here will be able to point me in the right direction cuz I've always gotten great advice! Thanks!!!

11-13-2008, 08:39 PM	#2
Erin Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Chicago Suburbs Posts: 3,306	Jumps and weaves are pretty easy and the table is nice just for training in general (I love the on/off commands, so useful!!) Anything like the A frame and teeter are harder because the dog has to have a lot of confidence to do it. Do you have a class you can sign up for? We did rally and it was a lot of fun! __________________ Erin, Sammy & Loki Sewing patterns and tutorials @ www.dogundermydesk.com

11-14-2008, 07:41 PM	#3
YorkieMother YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: North Posts: 1,324	If you are going to do agility make sure you have a vet check. Making sure that the body is done growing and in shape to do it is important. Then when the all clear is given go have fun. JL __________________ "The truth about an animal is far more beautiful than all the myths woven about it." Konrad Loranz