Puppy Agility Training
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Puppy Agility Training
Summary
The pause table is a key control element in puppy agility training. It's essential to teach your pup to feel comfortable approaching the table and advancing through jumps.
Introduction
If you're wondering when to start agility training with a new puppy, the answer is: anytime! Puppies are constantly learning, so each interaction can be a chance for play and socialization with agility in mind. By controlling their environment, you can shape desired behaviors. Left unattended, even in a fenced yard, puppies may develop habits that you'll need to correct later.
Introducing the Pause Table
One of the first behaviors to teach is the "Table" or "Box" command, which correlates to the agility pause table. The table serves as the central control point in training. Start by introducing your puppy to a table set at a 12-inch height (or 8 inches for smaller pups). Encourage your pup onto the table and reward him. Once comfortable, guide him into a sit or down position using treats.
Building Distance to the Table
To train your puppy from a distance, use a white target plate or a treat container on the table. With help, place a treat on the table and step back about 3 feet. Say, "Go table," and reward your pup once he reaches the table. If you're alone, use a covered treat container that your pup recognizes and follow the same steps.
Introducing Jumps
Begin introducing jumps without using the jump bars. Set a jump about 4 feet from the table and align them in the order: puppy, jump, table. Grab your pup’s attention using a helper or a treat box, and say, "Go table." Let your puppy run ahead and meet him at the table for a treat and praise. Encourage sitting on the table with another treat.
Progressing with Training
Add jumps gradually, spacing them about 3 feet apart to form a jump chute leading to the table. The goal here is to build the "Go" and "Table" commands, teaching your pup to work independently and get comfortable with agility equipment. Focus on guiding your puppy through the jump uprights without insisting on actual jumps yet.
Conclusion
Always make training a fun experience for your pup. Use praise, toys, and treats to keep your puppy engaged. The goal is to be more captivating to your pup than any distractions around.
With consistent practice and positive reinforcement, your puppy will develop a strong foundation in agility training.
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