Agility is fast moving, challenging and energetic activity enjoyed immensely by dogs and handlers alike. It’s also a great spectator sport. Dogs work off lead and are guided by the signals and voice commands of their handlers. They speed around an intricate course over or through a variety of obstacles, including jumps, tunnels, weave poles, even a teeter totter and must complete the course cleanly, within the time allowed. Agility is open to all breeds, and since dogs are grouped according to size, with appropriate jump height and speed requirements for each size range, every dog has the same chance to excel, whether he’s short and stocky or tall and lean.
We are currently training and competing in the Selected Category:
The "Selected" category allows dogs to compete at a reduced jump height, which can be beneficial for dogs still developing their skills or for those with specific physical limitations. Dogs competing in the Selected class jump at a height one level lower than their regular height.
Jumps & Tunnels Selected
AKC Aug 1st-4th, 2025
Ellie and I received 3 Qualifying runs at our first agility trial and earned her title!
She did so great in a busy big venue!
We had so much fun, and learned a lot about agility!
We chose to run selected height to stay at a lower jumping height so its easier on the joints!
Elie is jumping her selected height which is 16"
Photo from AKC Trial Chipperfield Photography