AKC Dog Agility Trials hosted by the South Plains Obedience Training Club of Lubbock May 4, 2012

The South Plains Obedience Training Club of Lubbock will be hosting three days of American Kennel Club All Breed Dog Agility Trials. The event will be held at the Texas Tech Equestrian Center; May 4th thru 6th. The Center is located approximately 1 mile west of the intersection of 50th St. and Upland Ave. Trial hours will start at 8:00 a.m. and end approximately 3:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday; trial hours on Friday are 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Approximately 150 dogs from surrounding states will be judged at this event, many of which are the top ranked agility dogs in the country.

Agility is one of the newer AKC events. In an Agility Trial, a dog demonstrates its ability to negotiate a complex course that will include a walk over a bridge, jumping through objects, going through tunnels, weaving through a line of poles and pausing on command. There are different height categories so each dog is tested fairly on the course. Each exhibitor and dog team will be judged at one of 3 different levels of competition; Novice, Open or Excellent. The dogs competing in these classes are working toward AKC Agility titles.

There will be free canine educational material available at these trials. No admission fee will be charged for this fun and educational event. Agility is a fast paced sport that is exciting for the dog, handlers and spectators. Don’t miss it! For more information call 535-3794 or email at spotc@compuserve.com. No unentered dogs.

Official Website: http://www.spotc.org