Introduction to Agility

[Mudgie]

Bless him sounds like you both have great fun - perhaps this is my next venture 

You would love it - honestly it is great fun.

We all seem to be picking it up - trainer takes it real slow with us all - step by step - explains why we are doing what we are doing - what dog expects - what we need to do. 

She is great - going to take BB to her obedience class and she does clicker class too    She asked the other girl in class to try to refrain from clicking her fingers as she noticed that Nacho was looking confused as to what he was getting clicked for then looking for reward 

[*Nat*]

Mmm Bev told me off for clicking my fingers - have stopped now 

[Kerry_and_Beau]

i used to click my tongue  try not to now.

so pleased you are enjoying it mucge, nooch is just a star! but i bet its easier for him than many other dogs due to his training and complete trust, easier for a dog to learn something new if he trusts you and knows what you are saying to him 

[*Nat*]

i used to click my tongue  try not to now.

Me too - something to do with having horses once I think lol 

[Kerry_and_Beau]

yep thats where i started doing it lol

i used to click my tongue  try not to now.

Me too - something to do with having horses once I think lol 

[Mudgie]

He is like no other dog I have met - very special - but then I am sure we all feel the same about our pooches.    We are very in tune with each other.  I know when the slightest thing is wrong with him - see stuff that others in household dont.  He is same with me - when I am unwell or even with just a headache he senses it and looks out for me.    I can honestly say I totally adore him even when he is being a minx  

He was tired this morning - had to lure him out of bed for a walk - as soon as we were back he was back on bed all snuggled up  

[*Nat*]

At least you've got out for a walk  I shall be attempting second go in a minute 

[teamblackandwhite]

ive not been either and now im being eaten

[moominhater]

Joe and I are supposed to start Obedience for Agility soon - Am not sure what to expect, he isn't the most obedient doggie and I don't want to look silly or get into trouble when he chases after the other doggies.

Any tips?

Liz & Joe 'the dog'
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[teamblackandwhite]

which club are you looking at ?

[moominhater]

Beacon Agility  - Streetly way.  We've got to do the Obedicence course first.  Am nervious - what if we can't do it properly and get into trouble.

Liz & Joe 'the dog'
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[teamblackandwhite]

yep i know who they are

dont stress thats the best thing to do

[denisemcleod]

From what I know (or used to know) Beacon are very good. And patient. And produce some very good dogs and handlers.

Who are you training with - do you know?

And then on to Sutton Park for a mass dog walk. Lucky you!

[moominhater]

A lady called Tracey (sorry, don't know surname) does the obedience classes.  I'm just worried about looking daft whilst shouting 'COME, SIT, STAY, LEAVE THAT LADY ALONE,  STOP TRYING TO MOUNT THAT CORGIE  , SIT, SIT, SIT COME BACK.....'

Liz & Joe 'the dog'
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[denisemcleod]

Well if its the Tracey that I think it is, then you are in very very safe hands. 
She is an excellent handler and a very nice lady.
enjoy it and relax!

Say Hi from me! Denise