There are a couple of gamble options. Test your ability to give your dog a smooth but “productive” opening and your distance handling!

These are the courses from Linda Medcraft’s 6-12-21 workshop. Practice what you’ve learned about these basic agility skills your dog needs to negotiate virtually any sequence.

Pinwheels present a special challenge, because turning in place is not motivating for most dogs.Keep moving smoothly and be aware of where you’re going. A cross in the middle of a pinwheel can help guide your dog and keep him moving. The more you can send your dog ahead in a pinwheel instead of “going into the pocket,” the more … Read More

USDAA has two course setups for all levels of gamblers. St/P1 and Adv/P2 require 15 points; course time varies with level: it’s on the course maps. If you’re planning to run Ma/P3 or Vets, check the course maps on the USDAA@Home website. Give it a try and have fun! Two PDFs (one the setup and courses, the other the briefing). … Read More

Here’s a Masters Jumpers course with an alternate. Both present challenges: Which way to turn after a jump? Where to cross? Which side of the serpentine do you want to be on? Should you consider running on the outside of a tunnel? Can you do consecutive wraps? If you’re not running full courses yet, just try sections.