Tag: Dog sports

  • Can Border Collies Swim? Swimming Ability, Safety & Training Tips

    Can Border Collies Swim? Swimming Ability, Safety & Training Tips

    Quick Answer Yes, most Border Collies can swim, but not every Border Collie is a confident or willing swimmer. Their athletic build can help them move through water, but swimming ability varies between individual dogs. Introduce your Border Collie gradually, never force them into water, supervise every swim, and teach them how to exit safely.…

  • Competition Prep Tips: How to Crush Your First Dog Agility Trial

    How to prepare for your first dog agility trial So, you’ve mastered backyard agility courses, and now you’re eyeing that shiny ribbon at a real competition. Congrats! But let’s be real: prepping for your first trial can feel like herding cats—overwhelming, unpredictable, and slightly chaotic. Don’t sweat it! We’ve distilled the best tips from pros…