We hear a lot about the risks in dog agility and what not to do but how about we take a look at the positives too?

5 best places to walk in West Yorkshire for all dogs whether they be young, old, recovering from an injury or surgery or are nervous.

Feeling tired or lack of energy Stiffness for a day or two Feeling wobbly immediately after the session Weakness especially in dogs with neuro conditions who can tire quickly Drinking more

And remember using a cooling coat or vest won’t stop your dog from overheating you need to adjust their exercise and restrict their time out in the warmest parts of the day. Be sure you know the signs of heatstroke (below) and contact your vet immediately if you notice your dog getting too warm.

Did you know there are 3 different types of weaving we can use with our dogs? Which do you use? Dog agility pole weaving Dog leg weaving Dog conditioning weaving

Wanting a dog to get into agility? Or wondering if your dog would make a good agility dog? Let’s take a look at the top 3 things you need to consider before getting started.

An anatomical bridle is designed to avoid the infraorbital and mental foramen and the temporomandibular joint. But what are these things?

SO what are the 3 BEST horse riding routes in Yorkshire?

Warming up an older horse or warming up an arthritic horse takes longer than warming up for dressage of jumping for example and each warm-up needs to be tailored to the horse you have in front of you, which we all know can change from day to day

Pessoa training aid is one of the most common training aid and the only training aid I have ever seen a vet recommend. The Pessoa works on a pulley system that connects the hindlimbs to the head and can be used with either poll, bit or girth attachments or a combination of all 3.

So here are my top 5 tips for preventing injuries in your dogs: Core conditioning and fitness planning Avoid high impact exercises Don’t push your puppy too soon Warm-up and cool-down routines Home changes

Why does my horse trip/stumble all the time and how can I stop my horse tripping? And why does my dog keep tripping on walks? These are questions I get asked all the time, perhaps you’ve even asked them yourself?

I remember just looking at my pup and thinking 'I don't know what to do?' I knew I wanted to do agility but how do you get started? When do you get started? Have I waited too long?

Under British Dressage rules any horse and rider combination wishing to compete must be fit and competent. So that’s exactly where we are going to start, making sure your horse is fit to train and compete as the British Dressage rules also state that your horse should only undergo training that they are physically capable of.

When something isn’t quite right we as pet owners always know, right? But the hard part comes when we have to make a decision, how are we going to fix them? Or more acutely who do we want to fix them or who is the best person to fix them?

Core strengthening and conditioning is a key part of any dog or horse's life and it is so often overlooked.

As agility handlers, we spend a huge portion of our time taking care of and training our dogs. Buying them the best food, ensuring they have the right tug and even buying them the best beds and coats. But we often forget the importance of a good warm-up and cool down.

The fitness exercises you choose will depend on your pet, either dog or horse and whether you want to focus on muscle building, strength or range of motion.

Can horse's have vet physio? And should they? YES and YES! I’m a firm believer that all pets should receive regular vet and vet physio sessions to keep them happy and healthy. But why?

Can we cure back pain and can Veterinary Physiotherapy help? So the short answer is yes! But if you’d like to know more about the causes and specific treatments used, keep reading and you’ll discover the 2 leading causes of back pain in dogs and horses and the best treatment.