Barn Hunt is a relatively new sport, that is rapidly gaining in popularity. It is a timed event that tests your dog’s ability to search (hunting) and mark (finding) vermin (rat) in a barn-like setting; but not necessarily in a barn.

In the sport of Barn Hunt, there is a simple course of hay/straw bales, designed by a Barn Hunt Judge, with PVC tubes hidden in the hay/Straw Bales containing live rats. The dog must climb on a bale with all four feet, go through a tunnel built out of hay/straw bales, and alert the owner to the hidden rats, all within a specified amount of time based on the level.

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“The purpose of non-competitive earthdog tests is to offer breeders and owners of small terriers and Dachshunds a standardized gauge to measure their dogs’ natural aptitude and trained hunting and working behaviors when exposed to an underground hunting situation. The non-competitive program begins with a basic introduction to “den work and quarry” and progresses through gradual steps to require the dog to demonstrate that it is willing to perform the required tasks, including seeking and locating its quarry underground.“

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What is Dog Agility?
Dog agility is a dog sport in which a handler directs a dog through an obstacle course in a race for both time and accuracy. Dogs run off leash with no food or toys as incentives, and the handler can touch neither dog nor obstacles.
What a great way to spend time with your best four-legged friend.

Tail Waggin Events has brought in Agility trainers to run classes. We will be hosting all skill levels. Contact us for more information.

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What is Fast Cat?
Fast CAT, a timed 100-yard dash where a dog chases a lure, is the newest AKC event. The event is a fun and healthy activity for dogs and their owners, and is open to dogs that are at least 12 months of age

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