Having Fun with Agility without Competition

MARGARET H. ("maggie") BONHAM is the author of nine books, including the recent The Complete Guide to Mutts (Howell Book House) and the classic Northern Breeds, and is a two-time winner of the prestigious Maxwell Award for her writing. A competitive sled dog racer, she trains a variety of breeds in agility, racing, obedience, and conformation.

• Acknowledgments.Introduction.Part One: Learning Agility.1. Getting Started.2. Clicker for Fun (Learning the Rules).3. Clicking with Agility (Obstacle Training).4. Handling Your Dog.Part Two: Having Fun and Playing Games.5. Fun Games and Courses.6. Holding an Agility Party.Part Three: Health and Agility.7. Emphasizing Good Health.8. Nutrition for Your Agility Dog.9. Having Fun with Special-Needs Dogs.Part Four: What's Ahead-Getting Involved.10. Where to Go from Here.Appendix A: Agility Organizations.Appendix B: Agility References.Picture Credits.Index.