Thursday 30 October 2014

Gift Ideas For Those Who Love Dog Agility

By Cheng Bernhardt


Dog agility is a popular sport and many people love training their dog to run around an agility course. If you have a friend who is involved in this sport, it can be great fun to surprise him or her with a dog agility-related gift. Here are some suggestions that dog agility participants might love.

For a smaller gift or perhaps something to place in a stocking, consider trinkets such as a keychain, bumper sticker or car magnet that declares one's love for agility. There are quite a few options on the market, and there are also plenty of coffee mugs for agility lovers. T-shirts are another option and you will be surprised how many cute options you can find by simply searching the internet. A tote bag is another good option and there are some that say "I Love Agility," or "My Dog is an Agility Dog," to consider.

Helpful dog gear is always a welcome addition for someone who often is out and about at parks or agility clubs practicing obstacles. A portable water dish is always handy for the dog on the go, and dogs running around an agility course definitely need to stay hydrated. A portable dog tent is another fun option, and this can be a great spot for a dog to rest and stay cool in between agility runs.

One gift that definitely would be appreciated is the gift of new agility equipment. Perhaps your friend belongs to a club or group and uses the club's equipment, but really needs some obstacles for at-home practice. You might consider purchasing a helpful starter kit that includes two or three important pieces of agility equipment. You can even purchase a starter kit online from a retailer such as Carlson Agility. They have many different starter kits that include items such as jumps, tunnels, weaves and other obstacles.

If your gift recipient has a few pieces of equipment already, consider purchasing something to expand their repertoire. For instance, maybe your friend has a pause table, some agility jumps and a dog tunnel. Why not add to the collection and purchase a teeter totter or perhaps a dog agility a-frame? Just take a look at what your friend has and find a piece that will enhance their current obstacles.

If your friend is training a puppy or small breed dog, Carlson Agility has a full line of mini agility equipment. These pieces also are a great way to train in your backyard, especially if space is limited. The mini equipment is easy to tote around in the car and you can even bring a piece or two inside for some fun rainy day training. Carlson Agility sells everything from mini jumps to mini dog walks as well as mini a-frames, mini pause tables, mini teeters and more. You also could purchase a gift certificate for your friend and let them browse and buy whatever equipment they want.




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