FEATURES
Winning Out Certificates
We
are delighted to announce that NOTCH, creators of
personalised bracelets and accessories that mark
achievement, are supporting the 2024 Winning Out
Certificates. A perfect match!
If you won out of KC grade or moved up at
A4A this year, you can request a free certificate
and have your name added to the New Years
Honours List of Winners.
The deadline for applying is 28th December but don't
leave it to the last minute.
Christmas
Fun 'n Games
Here are some
suggestions for dog-related party games that can be
played by handlers at all levels. Have fun and
enjoy.
The
Brenda Vanner Story
The
Brenda's story is one of 23 years of hard work,
perseverance and more than a little fun. And along
the way, she never gave up.
Thinking Aloud Allowed
Thoughts on ring
etiquette. Borrowed from other dog sports but mostly
works for agility, too.
Belle
& Rooby
Admittedly Rooby, a
Staffie X, was not your typical agility dog, but Belle McIntosh was
always hopeful they would get that final win. After
many years of trying and almost winning out, Belle
was resigned to never moving on. Or is she?
2024
IMCA/PAWC
A very proud
Team Leader, Linda Croxford reports on the Agility
Team UK success in Portugal. We had super 28 podium
positions over the four days of competition.
Jewlnick
Jump & Twist Final
Moira Bowden
reports on the 10th anniversary of this popular
Pairs competition. It was a very special day for her and
all the competitors!
DARL League FInals
The
Dog Agility Rescue League (DARL) is a league for dogs competing in agility that
have either been rescued or rehomed. Every year dogs placed to 5th in each league are rewarded with
rosettes and trophies. Lorraine Matthews sent
us this write up on the annual finals which are held every year purely for
members.
Choosing
the Right Agility Club Insurance
Unexpected things can happen when dogs are involved
and that's why, whether you are a KC society or independent training group,
private trainer, show organiser or have a venue to hire,
it's important to have the
right insurance cover.
Review - Emotional Well-being
for Animal Rescue Professionals
Not strictly agility but so many
agility people are involved in dog rescue that we
thought it would be helpful to many people.
CBD
for Agility Dogs
A
vet's perspective on its effects and what the
current research says about its use in dogs.
A
Letter to My Human
You'll love Layla
Whitaker's judge's poem, her favourite way of trying
to brighten her little corner of the agility world.
Alan
Bray Goes to SOAWC 2024
There's
a lot more to competing overseas than simply qualifying for Agility Team GB.
It's just the start of a lot of paperwork and special training, and who would
know more about what has to be done than Alan Bray, who has represented GB
seven times with several dogs.
After
Getting an Agility Puppy
Starting to train a new puppy for
agility can be exciting, but it's important
to be puppywise. Keep in mind that, along with all
the fun and excitement, it's your responsibility to
ensure that it grows up into healthy and happy dog,
too. Sensible advice from chiropractor Petra
Langen-Pieters.
Hope
& Glory
There
were no soft options for the older or the younger
competitors at SOAWC or JOAWC, making Jason
Smawfield-Huby and Hope's achievements all the more
impressive.
Things
I have Learned as a Newbie This Year
There are so many things they don't tell you when you start to
compete. Thanks to Laura Ratcliffe for sharing her experiences in her first
year.
Daisy
the Romanian Rescue
You'll love this
story of how agility helped a little dog who was
afraid to go outside after living in a dark barn for
the first two years of her life.
The
Barbour Jump & Landrover Drive Final
Agility celebrates its 29th year at Chatsworth
this year. This article, first printed in the
October 1995 Agility Voice when a
handler complete a course in the
Defender 110 and then run a dog agility course for the fastest combined time. Be
sure to read it to the end and then compare this event to
the modern show. What a difference!
My Super Power
At the age of 30, Neil
Ellis has been diagnosed with ADHD. It's not been
easy, but he's now turned it from a problem into a
positive.
Sponsorship
is a Two Way Street
We are now in the thick of the show
season, and we think it's worth a gentle reminder to
thank those companies that support our large and
small, UK and international shows by supporting
them.
Course
Design & Build
KC and international judge Sally Jones has some constructive suggestions for
making the life of judges easier and better.
Home
Use Photobiomodulation
Photobiomodulation, the silent treatment, helped Trish Helme's WCS Epic get back to
Agility and the active life they both
loved. Their massage therapist Sarah Darling explains what she did to get Epic
back in the ring.
A
Trainer's Guide...
How to prepared your beginners for their first agility competition. Thank you to
Joanna Loomes and the Wellingborough instructors for sharing their ideas.
AGILITYNET STUFF
Show
Diary
You may not be aware of the Agilitynet Show
Diary Archives. It goes back 2006 and is the
most comprehensive list of KC and other
shows in the UK. It could be very helpful when
you need stats and information about past
agility shows for things like claiming your
Agility Warrants or applying for Champ Judge
status. Just click on grey and green archives
button and select a year.
Senior Agility League
2024
Delighted that we have a record number of dogs
with points now. And there's still time to accumulate some more.
You can claim points from 23rd December 2023 to 22nd December 2024. If you are 55+ years or over,
you can join the fun of the 2024.
Agilitynet FB
The number of members has
reached 30,000, making us (probably) the largest agility FB site in the UK. Thank you to
each and every one of you for your support and making it something so positive.
Judges A-List
There's been a lot of talk about judges and
courses over the past year. That's why we're updating our list of UK
judges to make it easier for show organisers to find the right judge for
the right class. If anyone is retiring from judging please let me
know, too.
Find a Club, Private Trainer or Show Organiser
A lot has happened these past few years. Is your entry up to
date? Free listings for private
trainers, show organisers and venues for hire,
too. Get in touch.
Show
Diary
There are more than 450 agility and hoopers 2024 and 2025 shows - large
and small, KC, A4A listed on the Agilitynet Show Diary. Show secretaries and
organisers, be sure to let everyone know your dates.
Rescue Page
There are some smashing dogs looking for active homes on
the Agilitynet Rescue page. We can accept any dog that would benefit from an
active home including rescues, private adoptions and foreign rescue dogs. It's another free service
for the agility community.
Flea Market
Look for pre-loved agility equipment, camping gear,
garden fencing, dog guards, caravans and even puppies under 6 months. You
can even place a 'want' advert if you are looking for something specific. Your
advert will remain live for 30 days and can be renewed until you find what yo
uare looking for.
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