Do you enjoy spending time with your dogs and would like to train them using an obstacle course, but it seems that if you don't have a specially equipped training area near you, it is very difficult to build one? We hasten to please you: most likely, you have all the necessary materials and equipment to build such an obstacle course. If the dog does not yet know how to pass obstacles or you have no training experience, this is also not a problem. Teaching a dog to overcome many basic obstacles is not difficult. Start with simple exercises, going through the “snake” and “tunnel” - and you both will soon become professionals.
Before building a dog obstacle course, keep in mind that you must have enough space for each obstacle and additional space for safety. All exercise equipment should be made of lightweight materials so that the pet does not get injured during training. Be patient and the training process will be a positive experience for both you and your dog.
We are building a professional dog training area in the garden
Professional dog training is carried out on specially equipped sites.
It is the mobile method of training four-legged animals that is much more effective. At the same time, you can use this method not only to teach the dog some unique tricks, but also to keep the animal busy and to encourage the development of strong-willed and mental qualities. Most dog breeders are not averse to setting up an area of this kind on their own territory in order to make a second “Commissar Rex” out of their pet.
Jumping obstacles
If both you and your dog are new to agility, jumping is the best place to start. To teach your four-legged friend simple jumps, exercise machines made from unnecessary household items, such as laundry baskets and curtain rods, are quite suitable, or perhaps you have extra PVC pipes left after renovation? These make a great barrier for an obstacle course!
For jumping training, it is best to use movable bars - this way you can adjust the height to suit your dog's skills. Instructions on how to make a barrier using PVC pipes can be found at Instructables.com.
Do you have a gymnastic hoop or a noodle (water stick) for swimming? They are made of soft materials and are therefore also suitable for training jumping obstacles. During the first training, you can simply hold the obstacle at a suitable height and command your pet to jump over it.
All simulators of this kind should be lightweight and collapsible so that the pet does not get injured.
Types of equipment
As a rule, on such a site you can find all possible exercises for training dogs. To do this, it will be equipped with all the necessary equipment, the main ones being training equipment.
The equipment is a set of obstacles sequentially located on the site. Each equipment differs in parameters or degree of inclination, which allows the development of different breeds of dogs.
Based on the rules of cynology, all training equipment can be classified into two types - non- and contact.
A skillful arrangement of non- and contact-type training will allow the dog to develop not only physical abilities, but will also affect the increase in intellectual thinking, stimulate the animal to overcome difficulties, develop body flexibility, and instill a sense of determination in one’s own abilities.
The following are the contact projectiles:
Among the contactless ones, the following stand out:
History of the sport
On February 10, 1978, at the famous English exhibition Crufts, a member of the exhibition organizing committee held the first agility demonstrations. Exhibition animals took part in the competition.
John Varley and Peter Meanwell prepared the shells in advance and formulated the main principles of these competitions:
- Fun for the participants.
- Safe for dogs.
- Interesting for the audience.
This approach is still relevant for agility today.
Two teams took part in the first demonstration competition, which included four pre-trained dogs. The British are lovers of equestrian sports, and agility has become an unusual and fun spectacle for the public. Thanks to the enthusiasm of the spectators, these competitions became the first in the fast-growing sport.
The English Kennel Club adopted rules for agility competitions in 1981. With the development of the Internet, sports have become popular in many countries.
In Russia, in 1991, the magazine “Friend” published a review article on agility and regulations on holding competitions. Enthusiasts all over Russia began to make equipment and enthusiastically engage in sports. DOSAAF began to hold agility competitions throughout the country. Thanks to this large organization, at the World Championships in Germany in 2002, the team from Russia took first place in the mini category. Kataeva, Tomilova and Tumanova, athletes from Perm, were two points ahead of the American team.
In 2003, Russia brought home three medals, which was the best result in the team competition among the 32 participating countries. The popularity and simplicity of agility gives every reason to spread this sport to all corners of Russia. The entertainment of the event and the desire to perform is an excellent motivation for dog sports lovers.
Read Decoding the names of classes, ranks and ratings of dogs at exhibitions
What kind of equipment is there?
A training ground equipped with training equipment is the best method to train your four-legged pet and develop in him a desire to win.
The training equipment is a set of obstacles located sequentially. They can have different parameters or angles and are designed for different breeds of dogs.
According to the rules of cynology, equipment and equipment for training dogs are classified into contact and non-contact.
A combination of contact and non-contact training helps develop thinking skills and body flexibility in the animal, stimulates the dog to overcome obstacles, and instills in it a sense of courage and self-confidence.
This factor is especially important for active city dogs suffering from physical inactivity.
Time for a change
As your dog begins to master the implements and overcome each obstacle simply by following your verbal commands or gestures, change the order of the obstacles. Thanks to this, he will not just perform a set of actions in a certain order, but will understand that the passage of each obstacle is preceded by its own special command.
Want to diversify your workouts? Make your obstacle course more difficult with additional tasks: for example, after completing all the obstacles, command your dog to bring you a tennis ball or toy. If you exercise in warm weather in the summer, install sprinklers on your obstacle course to keep your dog cool. But do not allow water to get on the slides, otherwise your pet may slip and get hurt.
If you decide to set up an obstacle course, your dog will have a lot of fun running it. In addition, the strip will provide her with the necessary physical exercise, and you will have a lot of fun watching your pet overcome one obstacle after another. Once your four-legged friend has mastered the obstacle course, you can time it and find out how many minutes it takes him to complete the entire course. Who knows, maybe he will become a professional!
Contact projectiles
From the definition it is clear that contact projectiles are those with which the animal has direct and close contact. These include:
Slide
It is a pointed hill formed with the help of 2 shields fixed at different angles. The slide can be of different heights, 1.5-2 meters. On the surface of the shields there are transverse strips, like a ladder.
Balance
It is made by analogy with a children's swing, in this case the training board is attached in the center, and the two ends are in free movement. By overcoming the balance swing, the dog balances with its own weight and learns to control the movements of its body.
It is a type of slide, but looks a little different. It has ends for descent and ascent and a central horizontal surface for movement. The boom can be high or low, long or short, in any case it helps the dog learn to maintain balance.
Tunnel
The name speaks for itself as it looks like a long pipe. The tunnel can be soft, made of fabric, or hard, made of metal or plastic. Going through a tunnel instills in the dog a sense of overcoming the fear of enclosed spaces.
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I'm opening a new thread about shells, because... In two topics we simultaneously discuss how to do them. We write here, I will move all posts
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Girls, I’m posting here how to make barriers from pipes , a good idea would be to modify them a little by lowering the bottom bar almost to the ground for stability, and fix the corners on the racks at different heights with self-tapping screws or self-tapping screws.
Here's how to assemble boom stands from pipes:
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There are some pipes in the video that are more adapted for barriers, it’s a pity we have others on the market)) We tested our barriers:
Now everyone is thinking about how to speed up the 2nd barrier in the second sequence.
How to attach the crossbar: Link from an old collar
(the pipe is clamped between the ends, the crossbar is on the plane)
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It seems that the pipes have been exhausted:
I haven’t tried it yet, because there is ice in the yard (Pipes thickness 2.0, angles for pipes 2.5 (because angles for pipes 2.0 do not fit on them, but are intended only for soldering, and I don’t have a tool), thick double-sided tape (for sealing and fixing the corner, because 2.5 are hanging on the 2.0 pipes), and colored tape for decoration)) I hope the briar doesn’t break them the first time
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unix&teya Alina, you are simply a master. ) there is a video about boom stands made from pipes. Shall we take a risk?) By the way, I want to try to sew a tunnel. As far as I understand, you need high-density nylon fabric. In Moscow, I found it sold only in bulk (maybe someone has seen it in stores, or can suggest some other fabric?)
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How can I imagine how I’m traveling from the 11th floor with 2 dogs and shells (the boom in the elevator is something unimaginable)
Nastya, I once bought fabric for cases/backpacks at Igolochka stores (Oxford fabric, different densities). Only, it seems to me that a tunnel made of such fabric will be very heavy (not a home option).
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Non-contact projectiles
Non-contact projectiles, in other words, jumping and running projectiles. They involve overcoming obstacles by jumping high or long, as well as by running. The most popular in this category:
Barriers of various types
They can be represented by 2 vertical posts and a transverse, easily knocked down bar, or a double barrier or a fence barrier.
Ring
It is a type of ring-shaped barrier that is suspended on a frame. An ordinary car tire can serve as a ring. The dog overcomes such an obstacle in a jump.
Slalom
It consists of vertical posts arranged in a line. Overcoming slalom obstacles takes place in a “snake” type run.
Podium
A platform up to 75 cm high, on which the dog must jump and stop on command for a certain time.
Additional training equipment includes various ladders, springboards and towers.
Their use depends on what goal you want to achieve in the learning process. And the goals can be different: gaming, sports or work. Each case requires an individual approach.
What is agility
A small area of 30*30 meters on which obstacles are placed. Each obstacle is numbered. The handler with the dog goes to the start and, at the judge’s sign, begins to give signals to the dog. A dog's quick and correct overcoming of obstacles guarantees victory in competitions.
For beginners - athletes, the routes are simple, for athletes who already have a certificate - difficult.
There are three difficulty levels
- For participants who do not have an agility certificate.
- For athletes with a certificate.
- For winners who have received three prizes in the related discipline of Jumping.
Dog walking areas: requirements and necessary equipment
Some people are true dog fans, while others find it difficult to get along with them. The second category of people needs to find strength in themselves so as not to strain relations with neighbors who have four-legged pets. A dog's life involves movement. And people love to walk on sidewalks without excrement, and stroll carefree in playgrounds and parks. Cleaning up after animals is the responsibility of the owner.
Carrying a cleaning bag with you is a must for walking with your pet in the fresh air. And making comments when the owner ignores basic “rules of behavior” is possible and necessary. To avoid controversial issues, it is rational to organize a dog walking area. This task is the responsibility of the city authorities, but to speed up the process, take the initiative.
Developing a plan
The basic standard for building a dog park is a distance of at least 25 m from residential buildings and 40 m from children's and sports facilities. The size of the site depends on the “free territory”, but, of course, the more space it has, the better. But the minimum figure is at least 80 m². A site that is too far from the city center will not be in demand. The work will go faster if you know exactly what you want to get in the end.
It is worth paying attention to the following basic requirements:
If you are a perfectionist, you will probably want to organize the following parameters:
The ideal option for a dog area is a public garden with a lot of plants. In such a space, both the animals are comfortable and the owners are pleased.
Gutter
To construct the toy, you will need a cardboard or plastic tube (the diameter depends on the size of the dog). Stepping back a little from the bottom edge, make a transverse cut across 1/3 of the pipe section and insert a cardboard rectangle into it. This will be a kind of damper. The finished “drainpipe” is fixed vertically on the wall. The treat is wrapped in a sheet of paper and thrown into the cylinder. It will not fall to the floor until the dog pulls the flap out with his teeth. The number of such obstacles is gradually increasing. Of course, first the pet is shown what to do.
Game for dogs “Gutter”
Organization of the construction process
A constructive mind is a guarantee of the success of any event. For the project to develop, gather neighbors who have animals. Discuss together the proposed site, its area and “rules of conduct.” Usually neighbors set their own standards, which include a fixed walking time and mandatory cleaning of the area after dog walkers. If the chosen location is far from home, then it is better to enlist the support of people who live nearby. To do this, you need to prepare an appeal to the official body in advance and print out the document.
And always carry it with you so that you can constantly collect signatures from your neighbors.
When starting to set up a dog walking area, it is not immediately clear who to turn to for help and support. But some people will definitely help.
Important! Don't stop at just one option. Practice all points at the same time.
Official bodies
Don’t be fooled by the assertion that the authorities don’t care about the common people. Stand up for your rights. First, clarify who should be responsible for landscaping the area. As a rule, municipal authorities, district administrations or councils must organize a walking area.
Start with a residential building management company. This is where you can get advice on choosing a site. If you come to them with a document and collected signatures, you will have a better chance of success. They may accept him. But then it is quite possible that the project will be frozen due to lack of investment. In the best case scenario, they will promise that it will be included in next year’s expenses.
Have a specific estimate on hand that will help build a more specific dialogue. And also, it is likely that in the future you will be able to find an investor who will need calculations.
Use all possible search channels for this: Internet, television, radio, etc.
The law establishes the following construction rules:
Important! The dog play area is a publicly accessible area.
Benefit
Having an area for walking dogs is a necessary thing not only for owners and other residents, but also for the animals themselves. Trainers say that if the dog is not exercised, it will stop obeying and start jumping on people. Such an area will allow dog lovers to freely communicate on topics that interest them, share their experiences, and also train animals - so the presence of equipment is mandatory. Here you can build a training area and conduct classes. At such sites it is also possible to organize various competitions between animals and their owners. This will not only brighten up the lives of pets and their owners, but will also attract the attention of other people to this place.
It is quite possible that there will be those who will be ready to invest in the development of this idea. In European countries this practice is commonplace. They do everything to make life easier for dog owners and protect ordinary residents. For training, the area must be prepared - grass mowed on time, no conflicts over who cleans up after whom, when and after whom. Also install a sign in front of the entrance notifying that this is a dog walking area. So that the passerby, being in this place, is aware and prepared.
To train the dog, you need to let it off the leash. But the owner cannot decide to take such actions when people are walking nearby or small children are playing. Most people want to build a children's playground on free territory. Of course, one cannot say that this is not necessary. But animals behind the fence also improve conditions for children to play.
Business
Today, private areas are being built, which are commonly called dog salons. They are available to people with high incomes. Designers are constantly coming up with dog clothes, haircuts and accessories. And the demand for these types of goods does not dry out. Every city has special clinics for dogs, dog training courses, etc. Why not take this information to someone’s attention and create a private walking area? To do this you need to do the following:
Main costs:
The cost of the “ticket” is calculated depending on the services provided - how far the site is from the city, whether there is a professional trainer on its territory, whether hairdresser services are provided: whether it is possible to wash and cut a pet on the territory. Keep in mind that in a paid area the owner will not want to clean up after his pet, so you will need a staff of cleaners. This type of business is promising not only because it is characterized by great demand, but also because it has no competitors. This niche has not yet been filled. Dog owners with money are ready to leave any money, as long as the pet is happy. “Ordinary citizens” will thank you for the opportunity to feel free.
Cost of agility classes
One agility lesson costs from 500-1500 rubles, depending on the region and the name of the trainer. Champion trainers do not have places in the group and the cost per lesson is high. DOSAAF organizations and large cities have agility sections.
Dog sports are a good opportunity to engage in training for the entire dog’s life. The passion and ambition of the owner will be able to overcome any difficulties in the pursuit of victory. There are no age or height restrictions in agility. Any couple can do it. The main reward in dog sports will be a healthy and happy dog.
How to make an enclosure for a dog with your own hands (15 photos + 2 videos)
What is an aviary
An aviary is a fenced area for keeping poultry, pets and dogs. It may or may not be covered.
A dog enclosure is a building in which an animal can be kept. For large dogs, the enclosure is made outdoors, and in such a way that it can withstand the pressure of the animal for a long time.
For small domestic dogs, an enclosure usually means a portable fence that allows you to limit their movement. The same enclosures are usually needed for older puppies, so that they do not wander around the house.
Photos of do-it-yourself enclosures
To make an aviary with your own hands, you will first need to decide on the size. It all depends on the breed, or rather, on the size of the dog. The larger it is, the more spacious the enclosure it needs for normal well-being. For shepherds, huskies and other not too large dogs, a pen with an area of 6 meters per individual is sufficient. For Alabais, Caucasian Shepherds, Mastiffs and other large breeds, much more is needed. If the pen is considered only for “locking it while someone comes,” then you can fence off the same 6 squares. Otherwise - at least 8.
We assume that the depth of the pen is desirable to be at least 2 meters. The width “emerges” from the required area and the available free space.
Usually the enclosure is made covered. You can leave part of the area without a roof so that your pet can bask in the sun if desired. But you shouldn’t leave the area unprotected: either your dog will run away or someone will come to visit. Instead of a “normal” roof, there may be a lattice made of rods - there is enough light and there are no surprises to expect.
If the dog will spend the winter in the enclosure, you can provide a winter road or install an insulated booth. Most likely, your watchman will like the second option better. They often prefer to sit on the roof of the booth, since there is a better view from there, and not everyone agrees to go into the closed part - they can’t see anything. You can quickly stick your head out of the booth, but you have to run out of the winter road. In general, you better know your pet's personality. An enclosure is not always built because it is cheaper, but so that it is durable, reliable and comfortable for the animal.
What height should a dog's enclosure be? Since it’s up to you to clean anyway, the height is taken so that you can move inside without problems. Usually the height is from 180-185 cm, but depends on the height of the owner.
If you are going to keep a dog in an enclosure only for a short period of time - neighbors, construction crews, etc. will come. — they only make a pen with a roof. If you plan to leave the animal behind the fence for a long time, you also need a booth. It can be placed inside or attached.
Choosing a location for an aviary in the yard
You want to make an enclosure so that your pet feels good, so you need to take into account its character and habits. While in the enclosure, the dog will continue to guard its territory, so it is best to fence off the area on a hill, if there is one. It is very good if the entrance to the house, the entrance to the site is visible, or at least it will be possible to track one of these important points. When choosing a place, keep in mind that your pet needs to see you at least from time to time. You or family members. Otherwise, whining and howling are guaranteed, especially if the dog is not used to restrictions.
When choosing a location, pay attention to the following points:
It is better to retreat at least half a meter from the nearest building or fence, otherwise you will not be able to clean the debris from there. The enclosure should not be in danger of snow melting. If a huge mass suddenly falls onto the roof with a corresponding sound, the dog will receive a shock. It will be very difficult to drive her into an enclosure. The structure must be unfolded so that the open part faces southeast or southwest. In the northern regions, it is preferable to go south. Just don't go north. It’s not bad if there is a massive bush or spreading tree nearby - they will protect you from the wind and heat. Taking all these wishes into account is far from easy, but it depends on how well the pet will feel.
Design requirements and materials
Large breed dogs with good coats are not afraid of the cold. If they are outdoors all the time, they grow a thick undercoat, which perfectly protects them from the cold. It is much worse for them if they are either warm or cold. What’s also bad for them is a draft. Then a thick undercoat does not help. Therefore, one of the long walls of the enclosure must be sewn up; one or two of the short ones may be closed. With this device, in any direction of the wind you can find calm and the dog does not have to climb into the kennel.
What to make the frame from and how to sheathe it
The frame of the enclosure is made from a pipe or corner. It is better/easier to use a profiled pipe - square or rectangular. Wall thickness from 1.5 mm, pipe cross-section for racks 40*40, for lintels - 20*40. And then look at the weight of the dog, the dimensions of the building and the planned materials. Nowadays, finding a corner of normal quality, and even even, is a problem, and straightening it without special equipment will not work. Therefore, it is better, after all, to use a pipe. If you take a corner, then it will have a shelf 4-5 cm and a thickness of 2 mm.
We build an aviary ourselves
Do-it-yourself dog enclosure is a job that does not require engineering training.
Therefore, we will not tell you how to drive pillars into the ground and hang a gate - almost every man knows and can do this.
But practical advice on arranging the floor, walls, and booths will be useful - this way you can provide for all the details.
Floors in the enclosure
Usually enclosures are simply built on the ground. But if we are talking about a civilized place for a dog, then such a floor is not practical.
In winter, the ground freezes and the animal's paws may become cold.
In spring and autumn, during the rainy season, the enclosure will be so muddy that you will hardly want to let it run around the yard.
Therefore, it is better to make the floor concrete, brick, tile, asphalt or wood.
The exception is cement flooring. In any weather it is cold (the cold is contained inside), which means there is a risk of rheumatism in dogs.
Stone or wood floors are easier to keep clean.
When building an enclosure, you can use this scheme
Feature of wooden floor
Wood is susceptible to rotting, so it is worth making a gap of 5 cm under the flooring for ventilation (this is the principle used to lay floors on the terrace) and as protection against the penetration of various insects from the ground.
Monitor the quality of the boards - they must be perfectly planed, dried, without knots, so that splinters do not even accidentally fall into the pet’s paws.
Aviary walls
We have already mentioned above the chain-link mesh for walls.
It is worth considering that if a dog is active and has a strong character, it may try to bite through the mesh, thereby damaging its teeth or knocking it out in a jump.
Therefore, if you decide to make an aviary with your own hands, think about a different material for the walls.
A lattice fence made of pipes, albeit small in diameter, will do.
The pipes are cemented every 5 cm if the dog is not very large, such as a Cairn Terrier, Wolfspitz, or Miniature Schnauzer, or every 10 cm if your guard is a large breed of dog, such as a Leonberger, Cane Corso, Hovawart or Groenendael.
This concerns one of the walls that opens a view of what is happening in the courtyard.
Other walls can be made blank, at least one or two.
To do this, use wooden panels, corrugated sheets, flat slate.
You can attach the enclosure to the brick wall of the garage, but there is a risk that the dog will perceive the wall as a tree during a walk.
It is worth considering that a dog, if it is active and has a strong character, may try to bite through the mesh, thereby ruining its teeth or knocking it out in a jump
The requirements for a wooden wall are the same as for the floor - the board must be dry, smoothly planed, free of knots, and treated with agents that prevent rotting.
The boards are fastened like a laminate (grooves + ridges), and additionally reinforced with screws.
Don't forget to drill holes for them in advance, otherwise the board may split.
Entrance to the enclosure
Making an enclosure for a dog and not providing an entrance to it is nonsense.
The entrance, that is, the gate, should not be blind - you should see the dog when you approach.
This means that it needs to be installed from the side of the lattice wall - usually this is the front side.
The door should open inward so that the animal cannot jump out.
A lock is needed not only on the outside of the enclosure. Provide a latch or bolt inside.
Luxurious enclosure with a swimming pool
Aviary roof
There are no special requirements for the roof. It is covered with bituminous materials, corrugated sheets, slate, and metal tiles.
The main thing is that the walls of the enclosure can withstand the roof + precipitation pressure: rain, snow, leaves.
The roof should be installed at an angle to allow water to drain rather than be retained.
Aviary interior
How to build an enclosure for a dog is already clear. All that remains is to equip it from the inside: make a booth, install a feeder and a drinking bowl.
It is better to place the feeder and drinker not on the floor, but on a 20-centimeter stand.
This way, the bowl will not slide on the floor, and the dog will not have to constantly bend over.
The kennel is your pet's refuge, so it should be spacious enough for your dog to rest in it.
Dog enclosures can look very attractive, performing not only the function of housing for a pet, but also decorating your garden
There should be no drafts in the kennel. If you live in northern or windy areas, you will need to insulate the walls of the booth, making them double and with insulation inside.
For the same reason, a canvas curtain is hung on the door. The roof of the booth should be flat, slightly sloping and removable.
Firstly, dogs love to lie on the roof, and secondly, the removable roof makes it easier to clean the kennel and take care of the dog if it gets sick.
The area of the enclosure allows - give the dog a summer floor, as it can be hot in the kennel.
The dog should feel comfortable in its enclosure. But don't forget to let her out for a walk sometimes
