10 Best Dog Sports To Get Your Dog Active

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Agility

Agility is a popular dog sport in which the handler speeds a dog over obstacles. If you've seen it, the dogs enjoy it! 

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Rally Obedience

Rally obedience (or rally) is pleasant for any dog since it has minimal obstacles. Sits, downs, stays, and heelwork are taught at several stations.

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Obedience

If you enjoy rally and want to advance your dog, consider competition obedience. This entertaining activity tests your skills with more precision work away from your dog, including an out-of-sight remain.

4

Canine Freestyle

You discovered a creative dog sport! Canine freestyle, often known as dog dancing, requires handlers to execute tricks and develop a routine to music. 

5

Barn Hunt

Barn Hunt lets dogs exercise their natural instincts. It's perfect for dogs that enjoy to sniff around. 

6

Lure Coursing

Your dog chases? To satisfy their predatory instinct, try lure coursing. Sighthounds excel at chasing a plastic lure around a 600-yard course.

7

Nose Work

Detection dogs inspired K9 Nose Work. This sport involves dogs sniffing for a hidden object.

8

Skijoring

Skijoring gets you and your dog moving. Cross-country ski with your dog(s)! The American Kennel Club needs dogs over 35 pounds for safety.

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Herding

If your herding dog keeps trying to herd the kids or cats, get them on cattle. The handler instructs the dog to move sheep, cattle, or ducks through a course in herding, a pleasant activity.

10

Treibball

Treibball—also known as urban herding—is a fascinating game where your dog drives eight enormous inflatable balls into a goal. The American Kennel Club limits the event to seven minutes.

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