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Weave training in dog agility: mastering entrances and exits with 2x2 and channel methods
For many handlers, weave poles are one of the most challenging obstacles in agility. They look deceptively simple: a row of upright poles...

Paws Academy
Sep 124 min read


Improving Speed and Accuracy in Agility Courses
Dog agility sports are all about teamwork, precision, and speed. Agility courses, with jumps, tunnels, and weave poles, offer both a...

Paws Academy
Aug 185 min read


The Importance of Warm Up and Cool Down in Dog Agility Training
Training agility with your dog is fast, exciting and often addictive. The joy of a clean run, the teamwork, the focus, the adrenaline,...

Paws Academy
Aug 96 min read


How To Make the Most of Dog Agility Classes
Dog agility classes are a fantastic way to engage your dog both mentally and physically. These sessions provide an exciting mix of...

Paws Academy
Aug 44 min read


Why I Don’t Always Jump My Dogs at Full Height Even After They Know the Equipment
There is a question I get a lot, especially from people who have followed my dog training journey online or have been to my classes. Why...

Paws Academy
Jul 296 min read


How to Help Your Dog Stop Knocking Poles in Agility Jumping
Jumping clean is not just about speed. It is about awareness, control, understanding how to move the body and confidence. Knocking poles...

Paws Academy
Jul 205 min read


Why Dogs Are Measured for Agility, and Why It Matters More Than You Think
If you have ever stood beside an agility ring and watched a dog weave through poles, soar over jumps or tear through tunnels, you know...

Paws Academy
Jul 86 min read


Why Does My Dog Run Differently at Agility Shows vs Training at Home?
You have trained. You have prepared. You know your dog is capable. Yet the moment you step into the competition ring, everything changes....

Paws Academy
Jun 306 min read


Why Agility Lines Matter More Than You Think
If you have ever watched a clean, fast agility run and thought it looked easy, chances are it was not just the dog or the training, it...

Paws Academy
Jun 215 min read


Handling Lines in Dog Agility, Why It Matters and How to Improve Your Connection
If you are stepping into the world of dog agility, or you have been on the course for a while, you have likely heard the term handling...

Paws Academy
Jun 46 min read


Why Tunnel Bags Matter: Keeping Agility Dogs Safe and Injury-Free
The overlooked hero of dog agility courses If you’ve ever watched a dog agility competition or taken part in a training session, you’ll...

Paws Academy
May 124 min read


An Introduction to Dog Agility in Ireland: A Practical Guide for Beginners
Dog agility is a brilliant way to build a stronger connection with your dog while keeping both of you active and mentally engaged. It’s...

Paws Academy
Apr 174 min read


The Right Footwear for Dog Agility Handlers: Stay Safe and Stay Fast
At Paws Academy, we train on grass, and thanks to the Irish weather, that often means wet, muddy conditions. If you’ve ever slipped,...

Paws Academy
Mar 184 min read


Unleashing Potential: The Incredible Benefits of Dog Agility
The Incredible Benefits of Dog Agility - Agility is more than just a sport – it’s a dynamic and rewarding way to deepen the bond between...

Paws Academy
Feb 252 min read
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