Recreational Dog Agility This is a 6-week introduction to the sport of Dog Agility. You and your dog will be taught to execute agility obstacles such as the A-Frame, Teeter-totter, Tunnel, and Jumps safely and with control. During this 6-week program you will gain better control over your dog while having fun. Dogs must be at least 10 months of age and have completed a basic obedience class. They must be friendly with people and other dogs. Handlers must be 16 years of age or older. Students will set up and take down equipment at each class session.

Intermediate Dog Agility A class for students who have completed any introductory agility course. We will offer more challenging courses and work on competition style handling techniques such as pivots, left and right hand handling, directional commands, distance control, and send aways. Farley is coaxed over a jump by his teammate.

Before Signing Up: Dogs should have completed a basic obedience class taught with positive reinforcement and should be able to perform the recall, the sit, the down and stays with 80% reliability. They should be at least 10 months old and physically sound. How to Enroll: Enroll by phone with the Albany Recreation Department, (510) 524-9283 or online at www.albanyca.org. What to Bring to Class: You should wear comfortable clothing and non-skid shoes such as athletic shoes. Your dog should wear a buckle or other soft, non-choke collar, a harness (optional but helpful) and a leash. Treat and Toy Suggestions: Natural Balance (cut up in small pieces), cheese, hotdogs, tug toys, balls, squeaky toys, or frisbees.

Instructor Nancy Frensley, CPDT, CAP2* has competed in agility events for over 15 years. She always has one or more dogs actively competing. She and her dogs also compete in the sports of Obedience, Rally Obedience and Freestyle Dancing with dogs. She has taught dog obedience for over 20 years and specializes in working with difficult dogs. Nancy is always active in teaching a variety of dog sports along with helping new dog owners get a good foundation on their pet dogs. * Certified Pet Dog Trainer, Competency Assessment Program, level 2.

Nancy's dog Slick on the agility course.

Nancy's dog Lolly on the agility course.