Tilly Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 (edited) I realise normal Agility is not suitable for young large breed puppies because of their joints ... but is there a safe version of agility for puppies? Is there any clubs in Brisbane suitable? Many thanks Edited June 14, 2009 by Tilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yacket's Mum Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 I am doing beginners agility with my 13month old greyhound puppy at Jimboomba on wed nights and he loves it and we have been going for about 3 months now. It is learning all the signals change overs and names of the equipement and they learn a very small version of the big one until they are old enough. Good luck it is heaps of fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bordacollies4me Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 check out www.adaa.com.au for a list of clubs in Brisbane, The Suncoast fundogs(SCFD) and Pine rivers Agility Dog Sports(PADS) club both offer classes for young dogs... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laffi Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 check out www.adaa.com.au for a list of clubs in Brisbane, The Suncoast fundogs(SCFD) and Pine rivers Agility Dog Sports(PADS) club both offer classes for young dogs... Also ADCQ (on the same ADAA website) :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alpha bet Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 I run puppy introduction to agility excercises as part of the socialising classes. The pups are usually 3 months plus and we even have a young pug who loves to join in. We use poles on the ground like trotting poles for horses, we have a plank that is mounted onto a block of wood at one end as a ramp and a plastic barrel with both ends cut out for a tunnel. Little witches hats make useful poles for bending. We also use a small platform for sit mark. It is relaxed and no speed required. Each pup works at their own pace. So there is no stress on the pups legs or muscles. Part of the socialising class is for the pups to learn to play with others but then to respond to you when you ask. Giving the pups some activity is a great way for the pups to enjoy working with you even in preference to the other pups. Generally the pup playing on the 'agility course' is off lead but always seems to enjoy the activity and develops good focus with mum or dad. So you can start the pups off yourself with some basic equipment just keep it stress free and have fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChocosMum Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 Hi all.. Any courses in Adelaide.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kavik Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 If you are planning on doing agility competitions later on down the track, there is a lot of foundation work you can do with a puppy that doesn't require equipment and doesn't stress joints. You shouldn't do jumping or twisting (like weaving) until the dog is at least 12 months (longer for larger breeds). One of the most important is actually building value for the reward (whether tug, ball, food, whatever) which is common across all disciplines. There are some threads on foundation work you can do for agility in this section of the forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubadog30 Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 Hi all.. Any courses in Adelaide.... Where abouts in Adelaide are you?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krat Posted June 29, 2009 Share Posted June 29, 2009 I know a couple of years ago VIP Petfoods did puppy agility at yatala http://www.vippetfoods.com.au/dogclub/classes/PUPPY+GYM/ there isnt any of the jumping etc involved mainly tunnels, mazes etc and some tricks and general obeidience sessions. i have taken a pup there, i found it quite good, thought it was a little pricey though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agility Dogs Posted June 29, 2009 Share Posted June 29, 2009 check out www.adaa.com.au for a list of clubs in Brisbane, The Suncoast fundogs(SCFD) and Pine rivers Agility Dog Sports(PADS) club both offer classes for young dogs... Also ADCQ (on the same ADAA website) x2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laffi Posted June 29, 2009 Share Posted June 29, 2009 check out www.adaa.com.au for a list of clubs in Brisbane, The Suncoast fundogs(SCFD) and Pine rivers Agility Dog Sports(PADS) club both offer classes for young dogs... Also ADCQ (on the same ADAA website) x2 Do I know you Agility Dogs ? PM me if you prefer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChocosMum Posted July 1, 2009 Share Posted July 1, 2009 Hi all.. Any courses in Adelaide.... Where abouts in Adelaide are you?? Hi im down south Noarlunga Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissLotus Posted July 2, 2009 Share Posted July 2, 2009 Is there any in Melbourne in the south eastern suburbs? Would love to take my two dogs (1.5yrs & 4 months) to one, mainly just to socialize and get a bit of exercise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missmoo Posted July 2, 2009 Share Posted July 2, 2009 Is there any in Melbourne in the south eastern suburbs?Would love to take my two dogs (1.5yrs & 4 months) to one, mainly just to socialize and get a bit of exercise. There is K9 Agility (KCC park) and Action Dogs (Doveton) but they have a 2 year waiting list. I take my Lab to Croydon Dog Obediecne Club or you could try Hastings Dog Obedience Club. cheers, MissMoo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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