Introductions to Dog
Agility
Agility Training Articles
Miscellaneous Articles
Dog Agility EMail Lists
Agility Bulletin Boards
Agility Chat
If you are new to agility and are wondering what it is all about, or just want some more
information, here are some articles on the web that will help you out.
The Agility FAQ
The "official" FAQ on agility from rec.pets.dogs.activites. This can also be
found here at the Dogpatch as the Introduction to Agility.
The
Sport of Agility
This introduction to AKC agility has some neat photos of dogs performing the obstacles.
About Agility
This nice intro to the sport from TAG includes photos of the obstacles.
Agility...A Beardie Sport
Written for Beardie owners, but an excellent article for any newcomer to agility.
What is Agility?
This article is a good intro to the symbols on an agility course diagram.
Agility is Fun!
History of agility, intro to training, and instructions on making a simple stick-in the
ground bar jump.
How Agility Began
Agility Presentation
The Sport of Agility
Agility
Agility: A Competitive Sport for Dogs
and Handlers.
Personal Introduction to Agility
Agility Equipment
Agility for Fast-Moving Fun!
Some places on the web to find information on training agility, troubleshooting, running
trials, and much more!
The Agility FAQs
Just about anything you need to know about training and showing in agility is covered in
here, with new stuff being added periodically...individual obstacles, showing,
problem-solving, the games classes, and much much, more. Also miscellaneous information
like jump heights and title abbreviations, flying your dog, and even home-baked treats!
Training Weave Poles: The
Clicker Method
Excellent online article on using a clicker to train weaves.
Agility Training Tips
A growing page of articles from Paws Abilities
Agility Eye Magazine
The agility mag from England. Drop in for some training and competing tips.
Training Tips
From Zippity Do Dogs
Other good stuff information to know.
Agility Ring Help Job
Descriptions
Description of the various jobs. These are great to send to your helpers before a trial.
Inner Workings of
an Agility Trial
More good information on how a trial runs, and all the various jobs in entails.
How to Put on a Trial
More info on running a trial.
Trial Guide for Novices
Comparison of USDAA, AKC, and NADAC classes for beginners, as well as tips for those new
to agility trials.
Your First Trial
More information for those new to agility trials.
Agility Trial Know-How
Information for folks new to agility...homemade equipment, trialing, etc.
Agility and Obedience
A nice article for people training in both sports.
Common Sense Tips for the Novice
Handler
Another article with lots of good information for the beginner.
First Show Lessons Learned
More good hints for newbies.
Agility Commands
List of commands commonly used in agility.
Constructing PVC Weave Poles for
Training
Complete insturctions with illustrations for building offset weave poles for training.
Handling Critique
Some photos and comments on good handling.
Equipment
Instructions on building your own PVC jumps and weave poles.
Comparison of Organizations
Quick chart comparing the four US organizations.
Rules Comparison
Another, more comprehensive comparison, of the 3 largest US organizations.
Completing an Entry Form
Help on how to fill out that annoying paperwork. Mainly USDAA and NADAC, but good
information for anyone new to agility and/or dog showing.
Email lists allow you to discuss agility with hundreds of trainers around the world. They
are also a great source of information such as event announcements, rule changes, etc.
Here's information on current agility lists.
The Agility List
The original agility list is no longer limited in the number of subscribers and has no
waiting list. Agility (No-L) is devoted to the discussion of agility training and showing,
in all its forms.
To subscribe to the agility list, send email to:
listproc@trumpkin.ou.edu
with a blank subject line and the following command as the first (and only) line of the
message body:
subscribe agility <your real name>
The AgileDogs List
This list has been growing by leaps and bounds! Originally called CleanRun-L, it has been
re-named to prevent confusion between it and the popular agility magazine which are not
related in any way. Run by various volunteers, the list is a friendly, helpful place to
talk about agility, and has over 1000 subscribers from around the world. You can also now
view the archives from the
list online.
To subscribe, send an e-mail
to:
listserv@apple.ease.lsoft.com
with a blank subject line and the following command as the first (and only) line of the
message body:
subscribe AGILEDOGS <your real name>
The Onelist Agility List
This new list is starting to grow, but is still small enough to be a good choice if you
can't handle the amount of mail the previous lists generate. Visit the Onelist page to
subscribe, or to read the list archives.
The European Agility List
A new list for European agility fans. This is a multilingual list, messages in Dutch,
English, German should be expected. Sponsored by the Dutch Agility Circle and information available at their page.
UKC Agility List
A new list specifically for the discussion of UKC agility. You can subscribe, unsubscribe,
and view the list archives at the Onelist site.
French Agility List
There is now an agility list for French-speaking agility fans! Information is at the C.C.D.I.S.H. page.
Junior Handlers Agility
List
A list specifically for Juniors in agility. Visit the Onelist page to subscribe,
or to read the list archives.
Other Onelist Agility
Lists
Onelist hosts quite a few Agility Lists. Here are links to current ones:
AgilityArk
(Arkansas Agility)
BMTAgility (SW
Texas Agility)
CanineAthlete
(Multiple canine sports)
DogAgilityEastCoast
(EastCoast Events)
SHAgility (Agility
with Sighthounds)
WeeOneAgility
(Agility with Toy Dogs)
Bulletin Boards allow you to post messages on your own time and go back and read them
when you wish. They are a good alternative if you can't handle the large amounts of email
that the lists generate.
The Agility Forums
The Agility Forums here at the Dogpatch are your best bet for agility discussion on the
web. Registration is free and will allow you to receive replies by email if you wish.
The Agility Bulletin Board
Need a ride, roommate, pairs partner, etc. for an agility trial? Well, here's the place to
advertise! If you're going to a show, and might be able to help someone out, swing by and
see the latest listings.
Doggie
Door Message Boards
Visit Doggie Door for discussions on all kinds of training, including agility.
UKC Agility Forum
Board specifically for discussions related to UKC Agility (and obedience).
Chat allows you to have real-time discussions with other agility enthusiasts. Most web
chatrooms do require that you use a fairly powerful browser like Netscape or IE.
BC Agility Chat
No, not border collies! The British Columbia chat room is specifically on AAC agility.
ICQ Agility Chat
Here's a different way to chat. ICQ is a great way to hook up with other people on the
internet
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