Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Dog Health Questions: What event should I get my dog into?

I have a pekingese/dachshund mix (she has more of the peke personality I think - she is very laid back) she is 2 years old and listens SO well. She is always off lead with me, rarely leaves my side, comes when called, is very obedient and LOVES to run.
I'm going to get us involved with the local dog training club, but I cant figure out which event she would enjoy more.
I was thinking flyball, because she loves to run, but she's never been a tennis ball dog.
Obedience is always a winner, but I was hoping for something where she could get more engery out. She isn't very "over the top" active, but she loves to move!
Any other ideas? She listens (sit and stay and such) when she wants to, but is just such a great dog. She is SO intuned to me and rarely leaves my side. I just want her to be happy and have fun and get to play with other dogs and stimulate her brain. She is incredibly smart.

Thanks so much for your input!

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GO FOR AGILITY!!!

I live up in Washington State and our NW agility community is privileged to have a "killer" Peke running up here. Della Rae is a great little dog and will probably be the first MACH (Master Agility Champion) in the history of the breed.

Take a look at their article on the National Club's website.

http://www.thepekingeseclubofamerica.com…

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  • Check out on the internet (google it) dog clubs they will have the best answer for you.. check out the clubs before joining.. and talk with people in them. try the RSPCA your local vet can assist

  • I don't know

  • Hi,
    Im not sure if you are anywhere near one but sometimes there are agility dog events.
    If she listens well it should help.
    She will be asked to jump over things and go in round tunnel things i hope this helps
    All I can think of. Cya

  • Try Agility. She would love it! It's running, jumping, and all sorts of fun objects with you right by her side the whole time! Fun for all!

  • You could try Rally. It's kind of an in between for traditional obedience and agility. If you google Rally or Rally-O, you'll come up with lots of stuff. Also the AKC has a lot of information available (google AKC Rally-O).

    While you're poking around on the AKC website, look at earthdog trials. Those might be cool for a dachshund mix.

    I am waiting for a rally class to open up in my area to get my rottweiler involved. Out of my five dogs, he's the most driven for something like that. :)

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