10 Fun Classes To Enjoy With Your Dog

2. BARN HUNT/ MANTRAILING/SCENT WORK/URBAN RATS

» Barn Hunt is a fun activity where dogs use their nose to locate rats (safely enclosed in aerated tubes) hidden in a maze of straw.

» Mantrailing trains dogs to hunt for a hidden person for fun.

» Scentwork is a sport where dogs use their noses to search for different essential odors.

» Urban Rats also involves dogs searching for rats, but in a more urban setting.

» All of these areas of training are confidence building activities for sensitive and shy dogs.

3. CONFORMATION

» Conformation classes teach handlers how to effectively present their dog in the breed show ring.

» This class teaches confidence for both handlers and dogs.

4. DOCK DIVING

» Dock diving is a sport where dogs jump from a dock and see how far they can land.

» It is a great way for dogs to exercise and a pretty fast sport to learn if your dog likes toys and/or water!

» Super Swimmers is a class opportunity offered for dogs that simply prefer swimming. The Dog Gone Fun pool is indoors and heated.

5. DISC/TREIBBALL/TRICKS

Several other classes are offered that are somewhat less structured than other dog sports:

» Disc classes are especially fun for dogs that like to chase and retrieve an item.

» Treibball is a dog activity that essentially involves “herding” balls and moving them from one area to another. It has been termed Urban Herding.

» Trick training is a class to teach your dog fun tricks.

6. OBEDIENCE/PET CLASSES/PUPPY TRAINING/RALLY

» These classes involve teaching puppies and dogs to be well-behaved members of the family.

» There are class levels for basic manners and commands, skills needed for dog sports activities, competition obedience (including Canine Good Citizen) as well as how to just be a Good Family Dog.

7. SPECIALTY CLASSES OR PRIVATE LESSONS

» Specialty classes are available for dogs that are reactive or shy.

8. KIDS AND DOGS

» This class focuses on teaching children to safely handle their dog, build a special bond, learn responsible behaviors of pet ownership, teach basic commands and fun tricks, and explore the world of dog sports.

» Junior Agility classes are available for kids interested in agility for fun or competition.

» Junior Handler Night is a special event for kids and dogs that involves food and games and lets kids meet other kids who love dogs too!

9.

Competition Events

There are dog competitions every weekend that include agility trials, scent work trials, and dock diving competitions. Admission is free for spectators! Watch the talented dog handlers and tour the training facility.

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Seminars

Experts are periodically brought in for focused learning and training forums. Topics include dog behavior as well as innovative training techniques in specific dog sports.

Dog Gone Fun Agility is Texas’s largest premier dog training and event center! The facility features two turf agility arenas, an indoor dock diving pool, and a training building. The instructors have extensive dog training knowledge as well as a passion for helping you and your dog learn.

Let Dog Gone Fun help you find the perfect classes and activities for you and your dog. You won’t regret it!

Find more detailed information and schedules about classes at: DogGoneFunAgility.com.