Athletic Dogs
At Agility Trials in Van Nuys over a hundred dogs joyfully, gleefully leaped over hurdles, tunnelled through tubes, balanced on teeter totters, jumped through hoops, weaved through poles, negotiated a-frames. Flights (!) were organized by weight and skill level. But it was abundantly clear, every dog had a great time. If there was any stress, it was the handlers who felt it, having to guide the dog at a fast pace around a complex course. Breeds varied from featherweight Chinese Crested to Labs and Goldens, King Charles Spaniels to Bearded Collies. Lots of Aussies and Border Collies, who excel at canine athletics.
The last image is of Lucy, who gained her Championship in Agility, after being rescued from a pound and serving as a service dog.
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