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What side should a dog enter a weave?

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What side should a dog enter a weave?

While this was only fun agility training, I had no idea where Fiddler’s future was going to take him and so just in case he became an agility dog, I made sure he went into the first weave with his left shoulder next to the pole – in agility competitions the dog always starts on the right hand side of the first pole.

How do I get my dog to weave in between cones?

  1. Step 1: Set up obstacles, such as orange cones (bought at Wal-mart), buckets, or even red plastic cups in a straight line.
  2. Step 2: After getting your dog used to these motions, start saying “Weave” when he is finishing up his trick.
  3. Step 3: Do this several times until your dog will weave at your command.

What is a front cross in dog agility?

A Front Cross is a maneuver in which you change handling sides in front of your dog. This typically occurs on a turn. The side change happens by turning toward your dog (you will be able to see your dog throughout). This is in contrast to the Blind Cross.

When can Puppies start agility training?

Puppies could start from eight months of age when their joints and bodies are fully developed. Fit adult dogs can commence training at any age. Some handlers and dogs may only decide to come to training for the fun of it all… while the serious teams can move into the competition arena at 18 months of age.

What is distance between weave poles in dog agility?

60 cm
They should be in a continuous line, as straight as possible and should be 60 cm apart between the poles.

How do I teach my dog to weave through his legs when walking?

Here are the steps:

  1. With your dog in front of you, stand with your legs open and your hands behind your back.
  2. With a treat in your right hand, bend your knees slightly or lunge to your right and drop your hand down to the space between your legs.
  3. Encourage your dog to pass through your legs to get the treat.

At what age can a dog start agility training?

You can start agility flatwork and tunnel training with a puppy as young as 8 weeks old. However, until your dog can complete a full course he should be at least 12-18 months of age. Agility is a high-impact sport.