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Gedunk t1_itgkls0 wrote

My last dog (ACD) loved agility so much that when I'd have him sit/stay and get ready for the first obstacle, he would be straining and shaking and whining and crying, sometimes barking even in anticipation. He was so darn excited to do it he could hardly wait for that first command. Highly recommend it for anyone with a herding or working breed. It's a great outlet for them, wears them out so they don't cause trouble.

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[deleted] t1_ithaobm wrote

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nathhad t1_ithd1e7 wrote

Most dogs were originally bred to have jobs, and an awful lot of them will be downright sad if they don't have one. Few things in the world happier than a dog who knows they have a job and like the job they do ...

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Gedunk t1_ithddms wrote

A lot of breeds need a "job" to do. They're eager to please and need to be challenged physically and mentally. Herding dogs in particular (Border Collies, ACDs, Shetland Sheepdogs etc) live for this type of thing. They've been bred to drive livestock, so they are good at following commands and reading body language of the handler from a distance. A perfect fit for agility.

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bolanrox t1_itmh4f7 wrote

our English Shepard ACD mix can nearly jump as high as our cats. Cant wait until he is old enough to try this

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