Various activities are available to take participate in here we just highlight
a few that are open to any one wanting to try via training or breed clubs.


Obedience

Must be one of the most popular disciplines in the dog world, completions
Are held most weekends, obedience classes are held in most town and
Village halls, it is advisable that all puppies attend socialization classes,
And handlers wishing to train their dogs to a higher standard, for more
Information click on the  links below   

Agility
Has become very popular over the last few years  is great fun for both
The dog and handler, helping keep both fit , basic training consists of jumps
And tunnels progressing on to all equipment, Limits; your dog must
Be over a year old, fit and healthy, Positives keeps both you and your dog
Fit healthy for details of clubs near you go to  the Agility Net on our links page,
And click on clubs a-z or contact The Kennel Club via the links page.







Working Trials
Based on Police dog trials working trials is known as the decathlon of the
Dog world, disciplines include Track with items on, search, control and agility,
Suitable for fit handlers and dogs, handlers need to have patience and like
To be out in all weathers, for more info click below.

www.workingtrials.co.uk





Herding

Mainly participated  by enthusiasts with all breeds in the USA,  now being organised
By a few breed clubs in the UK herding looks like it may grow here as well,
For more info  go to
www.bordercollies.co.uk
or
www.akc.org/events/herding/getting_started.cfm