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The History of Dog Sports is the History of Modern Dog Training
And, for that matter, the history of the dog training industry. To tell this story, we first have to go back over 160 years to England, to a time when the interest in dogs was starting to catch hold. Actually, let's start a little before then, to a time when wealthy men spent half of their spare time training their dogs for field work*, and the other half arguing with each other about training dogs for field work. Oh, but they didn't stop there. They'd also argue endlessly as
jackieabikhair
Oct 29, 202512 min read


How to Enter Your First ANKC Dog Trial (Australia)
Thinking about entering your first ANKC dog sport trial? Whether it’s obedience, agility, rally, or scent work, the process can feel a bit confusing at first - but once you know the steps, it’s easy to get started. This guide walks you through everything you need to know to go from interested owner to trial competitor under Dogs Australia (ANKC) . Step 1: Get a Dogs Australia Membership Before you can enter any official trial, you’ll need to become a member of your state’s
jackieabikhair
Oct 28, 20254 min read


The First 5 Things Every Sporting Dog Should Learn
Whether you're interested in agility, obedience, rally, or just building a well-rounded, motivated dog, the foundation matters. Before...
jackieabikhair
Apr 29, 20254 min read
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