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Fur-vival of the Fittest: Behind-the-Scenes at the World Dog Games

PetSugar — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 04:00:29 -0800

Think Olympics, but for dogs. The World Dog Games took place in Sydney, Australia on Nov. 1 and included four canine sports and tons of furry competitors. Check it out and learn all about them in this slideshow!

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Canines Competed In (and Completed) Obstacle Courses?

PetSugar — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 08:00:20 -0700

OK, so most of your cats weren't exactly lining up to complete a feline agility competition . . . don't feel bad, you don't want to scare Sassy or get scratched in the process! Maybe we should leave it to the pro cats out there that can't get enough. But, what about your doggies? Any of you have sporty pups like Nala here that have competed (and won!) in time-trial obstacle courses or other agility events?

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Would Your Agile Cat Compete in Feline Agility?

PetSugar — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 03:00:14 -0700

Tunnels, hurdles, ramps and ropes, feline agility is an up-and-coming sport for many cat lovers to teach furry friends. (Refresh your memory on this activity here.) I'm not certain I've ever met a cat that's completed a course, but I'd love to hear from you! Would your kitties walk right up or walk the other way?

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Curious About Feline Agility Competitions?

PetSugar — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 16:05:27 -0700

I know many pups love doing agility and obstacle runs, but who knew kitties could do them, too? The big CFA-Iams Cat Championship held over the weekend at Madison Square Garden featured this event in addition to an adoption area and breed showcase and judging. What exactly comprises a cat course? Find out in this slideshow.

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What Do You Know About the World's Largest Cat Show?

PetSugar — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 14:30:01 -0700

It's that time again – the CFA-Iams Cat Championship happens on Oct. 18 and 19 at Madison Square Garden. This area's already set up for all the kitty competitors and feline fans, but do you know anything about the annual event? Learn more about what cats compete, and what they're competing for, in this quiz!

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9 Tricky Quizzes All About Cats!

PetSugar — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:15:42 -0700

Since tomorrow's officially a Day Without Cats, I'm getting a bunch of kitty love in today. Brush up on cat trivia with nine quizzes all about our feline friends. Meow!

What Do You Know About Kitty Behavior?	What Do You Know About Claws and Paws?	What Do You Know About Cat Senses?
What Do You Know About Purring?	What Do You Know About Catnip?	What Do You Know About Feline Agility Competitions?
What Do You Know About Kitty Idioms?	What Do You Know About Literary Felines?	What Do You Know About Wacky Cat Sayings

Follow Frisbee Fetching, Freestylin' Furry Friends!

PetSugar — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 04:00:08 -0700

I love watching disc dog competitions, live or on TV - the agility and athleticism of the animals is absolutely amazing. Now I've already shared some tips for getting your pooch started but check out some stars who aspire to participate in the Butch Cassidy Cup in Germany on Aug. 30 in this slideshow. They get air!

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Mr. Bean Does the Dog Show

PetSugar — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 16:00:00 -0800

Well, since Crufts takes place in England and includes agility and obedience competitions, I couldn't resist passing along this funny doggie agility/obedience spoof from British comedy television series, Mr. Bean. Unsurprisingly, he's got the most comical pet of all . . . well, sort of.

Awww, Teddy's on his best behavior and, sadly, that's the only way my pet would win an agility contest as well!

What Do You Know About Pointers?

PetSugar — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 00:30:49 -0700

If you watched Greatest American Dog you're probably familiar with runner up J.D and his daredevil English Pointer and Border Collie mix, Galaxy (sometimes called “G-Money”). Galaxy is known for being athletic and adventurous, and like many Pointers has great power and agile grace. I have already tested you on Border Collies, but what do you know about Pointers? Take my quiz and find out!
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Would Your Dog Do This Challenge?

PetSugar — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 14:00:41 -0700

The final challenge in last night's episode of Greatest American Dog was rather shocking! In an intensified agility-type course, it ended with a doggy zip line . . . whoa! Even if you don't agree with J.D.'s training methods, he and Galaxy did an amazing job here, probably due in part to her training.

I can say with near certainty that my scaredy dog would never step off a platform that high, not even if I were covered head-to-toe in peanut butter. I'm assuming most of us don't have the professionals or equipment on hand to try a stunt like this at home (nor would we ever want to), so think hypothetically here – would your dog ever complete it?

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