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Top Tip Tuesday !Use small, tasty treats or favourite toys as instant rewards to boost your dog’s confidence and speed u...
16/09/2025

Top Tip Tuesday !

Use small, tasty treats or favourite toys as instant rewards to boost your dog’s confidence and speed up agility training! 🐾

Top Tip Tuesday! Check your dog food label – choose quality protein like turkey, fish or lamb to fuel peak agility perfo...
09/09/2025

Top Tip Tuesday! Check your dog food label – choose quality protein like turkey, fish or lamb to fuel peak agility performance! 🏆

The Wins That Truly Matter: More Than Just a Rosette"If you work on something a little bit every day, you end up with so...
04/09/2025

The Wins That Truly Matter: More Than Just a Rosette

"If you work on something a little bit every day, you end up with something that is massive.”

This quote perfectly captures the spirit of Smudge and Emma, an incredible agility team. They consistently put in the effort, and it shows in their amazing wins at Bee Happy IDA shows and KC events!

Emma’s secret? She always shows up for Smudge in the ring, guiding him with care. After every run, no matter the faults or eliminations , she celebrates the positives. You’ll hear her cheering, "Smudge made the contacts!" or "He nailed that difficult weave entry!" Sometimes, she'll even "sacrifice" a win to work on a specific skill in the moment. This approach flourishes at our shows, as Emma herself says she feels given the space to train without the pressure to be perfect. This means training the application of skills doesn't stop once you're competing!

Remember, your dog might ace their skills at home, but practicing those same skills in a new environment – around different people, more dogs, and unfamiliar equipment – is a huge leap. It's about helping them transfer what they know to a competition setting, even with your own nerves in the mix!

So, take it slow. Allow your dog to practice their skills in these new, exciting environments. Chase the wins that mean more than any rosette – the small breakthroughs, the joy in every tiny step forward. Because those small acts truly add up to something massive!

Top Tip Tuesday: You can start preparing your pup for agility from week one! Skip jumps initially and focus on self-cont...
02/09/2025

Top Tip Tuesday: You can start preparing your pup for agility from week one! Skip jumps initially and focus on self-control, body awareness and directional cues – all safe to train at home while protecting their developing joints.

Here's a fun and easy tip you can try on your next dog walk!When you're in a safe, off-lead area, have a go at **hide-an...
26/08/2025

Here's a fun and easy tip you can try on your next dog walk!

When you're in a safe, off-lead area, have a go at **hide-and-seek** with your dog. To start, have your walking partner hold your dog so they can see where you go. Don't go too far at first, then start calling them. Really celebrate the entire time they're making their way to you, and pay them with their favorite food or toy when they reach you.

As they get good at this, gradually increase the distance. Remember, once you're in position, start calling them so they can at least hear where you are. Having this much fun during a walk will stimulate their brains and strengthen their positive association with you!

Comment below on how you get on!

When you're starting out in dog agility, or any kind of dog training, it's easy for setbacks to knock your confidence. B...
25/08/2025

When you're starting out in dog agility, or any kind of dog training, it's easy for setbacks to knock your confidence. But here's the thing: you and your dog are both on a steep learning curve! You're mastering the positive reinforcement approach plus its mechanics, and your dog is learning a whole new language.

Naturally, some moments won't go to plan. There are so many variables in training, and failed attempts are inevitable. However, there's often more to learn from a moment that goes "wrong" than from one that goes perfectly. These "failures" are actually valuable fuel for your progress!

The trick is to look at *why* something didn't work. What can you change to help your dog succeed next time? The insights you gain from these challenges are incredibly valuable; they empower you with a deeper understanding of your dog in that specific moment.

Of course, we want to keep frustration to a minimum for our dogs too, so try to prevent too many failures in a row. But when you do hit a bump, assess what happened, implement a change in your next try, and pay attention to the results. Value that information! It's how you'll build a deeper understanding of your dog, yourself, and your connection with them. Get excited about this process, and you'll soon be communicating like a pro team!

Want a more confident and capable dog? When training, it's tempting to physically guide them over obstacles or through e...
30/06/2025

Want a more confident and capable dog? When training, it's tempting to physically guide them over obstacles or through exercises. We think we're helping, but it actually hinders their learning!

When you push or pull your dog, they can't learn using their own balance and body awareness. They'll start to rely on your physical support, rather than truly understanding the task themselves.

The secret? Allow them to learn through trial and error! And instead of manipulating your dog, manipulate the environment. Set up the training space so the correct choice is the most obvious one (e.g., the tunnel is the only clear path).

This approach builds incredible problem-solving skills, confidence, and a deep understanding in your dog. Let them figure it out, and watch them shine!

Did you know that when it comes to dog agility, higher jumps aren't always better? At Pinkfox Agility, we really focus o...
25/06/2025

Did you know that when it comes to dog agility, higher jumps aren't always better? At Pinkfox Agility, we really focus on what's best for your dog, and that includes how high they jump.

It's true, dogs are amazing athletes and can often clear some pretty high obstacles! But if they're only practicing their jump skills once a week, the specific muscles needed for safe jumping and landing might not be strong enough for a full training session. This can lead to fatigue, muscle strain, and even injury.

That's why, unless you're aiming for competitive agility, we keep our jumps on the smaller side. We want your dog to absolutely love their time with us, without the risk of feeling overwhelmed or getting tired too quickly. Your dog's comfort, enjoyment, and overall well-being are always our top priority at Pinkfox Agility training.

After a lovely afternoon in May at the Clear round jumping its time to schedule another one!Run 2 Steeplechase type cour...
06/06/2025

After a lovely afternoon in May at the Clear round jumping its time to schedule another one!

Run 2 Steeplechase type courses twice.

A perfect opportunity to reinforce your dog's start line waits away from their usual training venue. Or practice a recently learnt jump skill in a sequence.

Suitable for dog's 15 months and older and sequencing at least 10 obstacles.

No weaves in the course however they will be set up in the netted ring for your dog to practice if they want to. The wall, long jump and tyre will also be available too.

Spaces are limited to ensure each partnership has plenty of time on the course.

To book your space follow this link 👇⬇👇😁
https://bookwhen.com/pinkfox/e/ev-svzw-20250626120000

Feeling inspired today and wanted to share some love with all you incredible dog agility enthusiasts! ❤️ Whether you're ...
02/06/2025

Feeling inspired today and wanted to share some love with all you incredible dog agility enthusiasts! ❤️ Whether you're just starting your journey with dog agility training for beginners or you're a seasoned pro, remember this: you are more than capable of achieving your version of success.

Success in agility isn't just about ribbons or speed (unless that's your goal!). It's about strengthening your bond with your dog, celebrating every tiny breakthrough, and having a blast together. Maybe success for you is a perfectly executed weave pole sequence, a confident run through a tunnel, or simply watching your dog's joy as they conquer a new obstacle.

Whatever it is, you've got this! Believe in yourselves and your amazing canine partners. Every step forward is a win!

At Pinkfox Agility, we're often asked about jump heights, and it's a great question! While many dogs can clear impressiv...
28/05/2025

At Pinkfox Agility, we're often asked about jump heights, and it's a great question! While many dogs can clear impressive obstacles, we believe that just because they can, doesn't always mean they should.

Jumping, especially high jumps, uses muscles not typically engaged in a dog's daily life. If a dog is only practicing jumping once a week, these muscles won't be developed enough to sustain an entire training session without fatigue. This significantly increases the risk of injury or muscle strain.

That's why, at Pinkfox, unless you're specifically training for competition, you'll see smaller jumps in our classes. Our priority is your dog's physical and emotional well-being. We want them to enjoy agility training without getting overwhelmed or fatigued quickly by high obstacles in a sequence. Happy, healthy dogs make the best agility partners!

Last call for anyone who would like to join us for some clear round jumping in Wymeswold, Leic.Two courses and run them ...
27/05/2025

Last call for anyone who would like to join us for some clear round jumping in Wymeswold, Leic.

Two courses and run them both twice. A great training opportunity for you and your dog or just a nice a nice chilling afternoon out joining other like minded people.

It is an outdoor venue so please dress for the weather.

https://bookwhen.com/pinkfox/e/ev-svd5-20250529120000

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