I have a Golden Retriver X Black Labrador Retriever. Her name is Snickers, she turned three on April 22,2007. She is realy,realy sweet and very entergetic. I'm still working with her to be more obidient, she dosn't act too puppyish today, bu she has her moments. I've been interested in agility since I was around three years old, watching Border Collies and all my fav breeds. I'm going to join 4-H. I want to learn more of the rules of agility, and all about it. Snickers cna jump realy well, she is very collected and a neat jumper, I've set up little odd and n jumps in our garage and yard. But she is always on the leash. She isnt afraid of water, and very,very brave! (Though I don;t think their is water is agility...) Can anyone give me any information on agility, and any tips on agility training? Answers are greatly appreciated! Peace out! XD

Teach your dog to play with you and earn rewards from you. Playing with you should not be a problem for a retriever mix. http://www.clickerdogs.com/createamotivatingtoy.htm Work on your dog's recall (come). http://www.clickerdogs.com/perfectrecallaccount.htm Find out what motivates your dog.http://www.clickerdogs.com/listofreinforcers.htmSee if you can find a good pre-agility obedience class in your area. You don't want a competition obedience class because they focus on control which can slow your dog down. Make sure that your dog earns everything she gets. My dogs have to sit or down before they eat, go outside, etc. The motto is: NLIF or Nothing in Life is Free. This will accustom your dog to working for you.Have fun!!!