Canine agility
Canine agility is a timed event during which handlers lead their dogs through a series of obstacles, including a variety of jumps.
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Upright poles
Other obstacles in agility include tunnels, seesaws, pause tables, and, as shown here, a series of upright poles the dogs must weave through before moving on to the next obstacle.
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Scent work
In the sport of scent work, dogs use their powerful sense of smell to locate a target odor and then have to communicate the find to their handler.
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Lure coursing events
In lure coursing events sanctioned by the American Kennel Club, sighthounds chase a mechanized lure around a 600- to 800-yardslong course; the coursing ability test is a variation on the event open to all dogs.
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Dock diving
In dock diving, dogs dive into a pool, competing for the longest jump.
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Herding events
Herding events test dogs' natural ability to move and control animals such as sheep, cattle, or ducks.
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