Agility course design

Agility course design involves creating a challenging yet safe layout of obstacles for dogs to navigate during competitions. It considers the arrangement’s flow, difficulty level, and variety, ensuring the course tests the dog’s speed, coordination, and communication with the handler. Designers strategically place jumps, tunnels, weave poles, and other obstacles to promote fairness, safety, and excitement. Good design balances technical challenge with clear cues, enabling dogs to perform confidently while allowing judges and spectators to appreciate the skill involved. Ultimately, it aims to showcase a well-trained dog-handler team’s agility, control, and teamwork.