Links

Agility

American Kennel Club http://www.akc.org
Canine Performance Events http://www.k9cpe.com
Dogs On Course North America http://www.docna.com
North American Dog Agility Council http://www.nadac.com
United States Dog Agility Association http://www.usdda.com
Agility Association of Canada http://www.aac.ca
Canadian Kennel Club http://www.ckc.ca
 
Disc Dog

United States Disc Dog Nationals http://www.usddn.com/usddn.htm
United Frisbee Organization http://www.ufoworldcup.org/

Flyball

North American Flyball Association http://www.flyballdogs.com  
 
Rally Obedience

Association of Pet Dog Trainers http://www.apdt.com
 
Musical Freestyle

Canine Freestyle Federation http://www.canine-freestyle.org
Musical Dog Sport Association http://www.musicaldogsport.org
World Canine Freestyle Organization http://www.worldcaninefreestyle.org
 
Recommended Books

Agility 

The Agility Record Book by Marie Logue available at  http://www.recordbooks.net
Agility Success by Angelica Steinker available at http://www.CleanRun.com
Agility Tricks by Donna Duford available at http://www.CleanRun.com
The Book of Games by Bud Houston available at http://www.CleanRun.com
The Clean Run Source Book by Clean Run Productions available at http://www.CleanRun.com
Clicker Agility for Fun and Fitness by Diana Bird available at http://www.learningaboutdogs.com
Competing in Agility by Cindy Buckholt available at http://www.CleanRun.com
Course Design by Stuart Mah available at http://www.CleanRun.com
Jumping from A to Z by Chris Zink and Julie Daniels http://www.dogwise.com
The Jumping Issue by Clean Run Magazine http://www.cleanrun.com
Peak Performance by Chris Zink http://www.dogwise.com

Aggression

Aggressive Behavior in Dogs by James O’Heare http://www.dogpsych.com
Bringing Light to Shadow by Pamela Dennison http://www.dogwise.com
The Canine Aggression Workbook by James O’Heare http://www.dogpsych.com
Changing People Changing Dogs by Dee Ganley http://www.deesdogs.com
Click to Calm by Emma Parsons http://www.clickertraining.com
Dogs Bite but Balloons and Slippers are More Dangerous  by Janis Bradley  http://www.dogwise.com
Fatal Dog Attacks by Karen Delise http://www.fataldogattacks.org
Fight! by Jean Donaldson http://www.dogwise.com
Mine! by Jean Donaldson http://www.dogwise.com
For the Love of a Dog by Patricia McConnel http://www.dogwise.com  or the audio book at http://www.tantor.com  

Clicker Training

The Book of Challenges by Kay Laurence  http://www.learningaboutdogs.com
Click N Sniff: clicker training for scent discrimination by Deb Jones http://www.dogwise.com
Clicker Training Foundation by Kay Laurence http://www.learningaboutdogs.com
Clicker Training Intermediate by Kay Laurence http://www.learningaboutdogs.com
Clicker Training Novice by Kay Laurence http://www.learningaboutdogs.com
Clicker Training for Obedience by Morgan Spector http://www.clickertraining.com  
Clicker World Obedience by Kay Laurence http://www.learningaboutdogs.com
Click for Joy! by Melissa Alexander http://www.clickertraining.com
Dances with Dogs by Kay Laurence http://www.learningaboutdogs.com
Don’t Shoot the Dog by Karen Pryor http://www.clickertraining.com
Karen Pryor on Behavior by Karen Pryor http://www.clickertraining.com
Lads Before the Wind by Karen Pryor http://www.clickertraining.com
Quick Clicks, 40 Fast and Fun Behaviors to Train with a Clicker by Mandy Book and Cheryl S. Smith http://www.dogwise.com
Special Weave Pole Training Issue by Clean Run Magazine http://www.cleanrun.com
Teaching People Teaching Dogs magazine by Kay Laurence http://www.learningaboutdogs.com
Walk with Me by Kay Laurence http://www.learningaboutdogs.com

Dog Behavior

Canine Neuropsychology by James O’Heare http://www.DogPsych.com
The Canine Separation Anxiety Workbook by James O’Heare http://www.DogPsych.com
The Culture Clash by Jean Donaldson http://www.dogwise.com
Dogs:  Startling New Understanding of Canine Origin, Behavior and Evolution by Ray Coppinger and Lorna Coppingerhttp://www.dogwise.com
Dominance Theory and Dogs by James O’Heare http://www.DogPsych.com
Excel-Erated Learning by Pam Reid, Ph.D. http://www.dogwise.com
Front and Finish Articles by Chris Bach http://www.dogwise.com  or http://www.trainthethirdway.com
The Third Way Instructor’s Manual by Chris Bach http://www.dogwise.com  or http://www.trainthethirdway.com

Advanced Texts

Aggressive Behavior in Dogs by James O’Heare http://www.DogPsych.com
Applied Dog Behavior and Training vol. I and vol. II, by Steven Lindsay http://www.dogwise.com
Coercion and Its Fallout by Murray Sidman  http://www.dogwise.com
The Domestic Dog by James Serpell http://www.dogwise.com
Genetics and the Social Behavior of the Dog by Scott and Fuller http://www.dogwise.com

Positive Training

Fun and Games with Dogs by Roy Hunter http://www.dogwise.com
Fun Nosework for Dogs 2nd Edition by Roy Hunter http://www.dogwise.com
More Fun and Games with Dogs by Roy Hunter http://www.dogwise.com
The Other End of the Leash by Patricia McConnell http://www.dogwise.com
For the Love of a Dog by Patricia McConnnell http://www.dogwise.com
The Power of Positive Dog Training by Pat Miller http://www.dogwise.com

Education

For trainers interested in furthering their education CASI, http://www.CASInstitute.com provides online courses and diploma programs in dog behavior, training, learning theory and professional behavior consulting. Courses in fitness, nutrition, dog sports and agility.

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Recommended Videotapes/DVDs

Canine Cineradiography: A study of bone and joint motion as seen through moving x-rays by Rachel Page Elliotthttp://www.dogwise.com
Chris Bach the Third Way Foundation Video Series http://www.dogwise.com  
Clean Run Productions Agility World Championship Videos http://www.cleanrun.com
Clicker Fun – three tape series by Deborah Jones, Ph.D. http://www.dogwise.com
Foundation Training Video tape 1 and 2 by Greg Derrett http://www.cleanrun.com
Julie Daniels Agility DVD http://www.cleanrun.com
The Language of Dogs, 3-DVD set by Sarah Kalnajs http://www.bluedogtraining.com
A Guide to Canine Communication and Temperament Evaluations by Dee Ganley http://www.Deesdogs.com
Sue Sternberg Videos http://www.SueSternberg.com

Peer Reviewed Journals

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Journal of Applied Companion Animal Behavior (JACAB)
http://www.IIACAB.com/journal.html

Recommended Magazines

Agility in Motion the first DVD bimonthly agility videozine. http://www.agilityinmotion.com
Clean Run Magazine.  The magazine for all agility enthusiasts.  Available at  http://www.cleanrun.com
Teaching Dogs Magazine.  The best clicker magazine.  http://www.Learningaboutdogs.com
The Whole Dog Journal Magazine available at http://www.whole-dog-journal.com

Canine Health Websites

http://www.angelfire.com/biz4/MastiffBreeder/chd1.html an excellent and extensive article on canine hip dysplasia.  Primarily focused on genetics but an outstanding read for anyone interested in this horrid problem. 
http://www.caninerehabilitation.com

http://www.CanineIcer.com

   This website sells dog ice packs and wonderful carpal supports.  These supports, similar to ones used on horses, protect the dog’s front leg wrists from potential damage created by the pounding first stride on the A-frame and landing on the front end after jumping. 

http://www.OFFA.org

   This is the official site of the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, a non-profit organization that tracks hip dysplasia, and elbow dysplasia.  The site also contains info on CERF, which is an ophthalmologic exam passing or failing the dog for genetic eye defects which may cause a dog to go blind.  On this website you can actually enter kennel names, registration numbers, or OFA numbers to search for health screened animals.  OFA also contains information on other genetic problems. 

http://www.optigen.com/

   This website provides DNA screening for common and serious dog illnesses.

http://www.PennHip.org

   The website for a hip dysplasia screen, commonly used by the clicker trained service dog community and others interested in rigorous and accurate screening.  PennHip is considered superior to OFA screening by many, including myself.

http://w3.vet.upenn.edu/research/centers/penngen/
   The Section of Medical Genetics is dedicated to pursuing clinical and basic research on inheritable diseases of companion animals to better understand the disease processes and to develop novel therapeutic approaches.
http://www.vetgen.com/
   Using VetGen's services, combined with our valuable DNA Profiling and DNA Storage, for the first time in history, animal breeders and owners have the opportunity to eliminate targeted inherited diseases in a growing number of breeds.

http://www.gdcinstitute.org/

   In 1990 a group including veterinarians, scientists, dog breeders and owners associated with the International Elbow Working Group (I.E.W.G) created the non-profit Institute for Genetic Disease Control in Animals (GDC) as the first national and international open registry for canine orthopedic genetic diseases.

Animal Emotions

http://www.nwf.org/internationalwildlife/2001/emotionso01.html

   A link to an article “Natural Passions” discussing displays of affection, happiness, sadness and other emotions in animals. 

For the Love of a Dog by Patricia McConnell http://www.dogwise.com or the audio book at http://www.tantor.com  

Agility Websites

http://www.AgilityNerd.com

   This is a training blog that is organized for agility enthusiasts.

http://www.cleanrun.com

   This is the site of Clean Run Agility Magazine, the best agility magazine available, and one of the best dog magazine’s in the world. 

http://www.DogwoodAgility.com

   This is the official site of agility great Bud Houston and contains info on his electronic agility magazine, his camps, and much more.

Various Info and Clicker Training Sites

http://www.4m.com

   Another great dog bookstore.

http://www.AgilityAbility.com

   A very informative and useful dog agility website.

http://www.AKC.org

   If you are interested in competing in the AKC flavor of agility or rally obedience this is the site for information and forms. 

http://www.clickersolutions.com

   A superb clicker training website. 

http://www.clickertraining.com

   Karen Pryor’s wonderful website which features news, info and retail sales of the best clicker gear available. 

http://www.CASInstitute.com

   A website for professional dog trainer education.

http://www.dogagility.org

   This is the website for Tea Cup Agility.  This association sanctions competitions that are for small dogs running 16 inches in jump height and lower. 

http://www.docna.com

   This is the website for Dogs on Course of North America a new agility venue that is quickly gaining popularity.

http://www.dogpatch.org

   A fun website for anything dog.

http://www.dogwise.com

   The website for the greatest doggie bookstore on the web. 

http://www.genuinedoggear.com

   Retail and wholesale sales of dog toys, leashes and dog gear.

http://www.k9cpe.com/

   This website is for Canine Performance Events an association offering agility titles with various levels and games. 

http://www.LearningAboutDogs.com

   This is the website of master clicker trainer Kay Laurence.

http://www.Nosetouch.com

   The site for the electronic training products ” and ” used to train nose touches and running contacts for agility.

http://www.sitstay.com

   One of the best websites for anything dog!

http://www.SueSternberg.com

   If you have an aggressive dog Sue Sternberg’s website sells excellent videos and books.  Sue Sternberg can read dogs like most people read a book. 

http://www.thekongcompany.com

   The Kong Toy is an excellent chew toy that you can stuff to keep your dog busy when you are not home. 

http://www.trainthethirdway.com

   Chris Bach’s website.  Information on her THIRD WAY training philosophy and training techniques.

http://www.USDAA.com

   The website of the United States Dog Agility Association, provides info and forms. 

Recommended Software

Clean Run Course Designer Software, available at http://www.cleanrun.com

This software will help you design your own courses.

Rally O software by All Natural Software Design http://home.earthlink.net/~allnaturalsoftware/
Sniffy the Virtual Rat software, available at http://www.wadsworth.com/psychology_d/special_features/ext/sniffy/index.htm

This software is a blast for the operant and classical conditioning buff.

Recommended Agility and Clicker Training Emailing Lists

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/agility-equipment/

   A list for people interested in making their own agility equipment.

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CleanRun/

   An Agility list for readers and fans of the Clean Run Dog Agility Magazine.

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/clickerdogs/

   A list for clicker trainers.

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ClickHerd/

   A list for herding enthusiasts teaching herding behaviors with a clicker.

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ClickSport/

   A list for dog sport enthusiasts who train with the clicker.

Agility Equipment Manufacturers

A1 Agility Equipment Phone:  585-396-3009

   http://www.a1agilitydog.com/

Action Agility Equipment Phone:  909- 679-3699

   http://www.actionk9.com/

Agility by Carlson Phone: 717-597-5076

Agility Dog Nova Star Equipment

   http://www.agilitydog-novastarr.com/

Agility Equipment

   http://www.agility-equipment.com/

Agility for Less

   http://www.agilityforless.com/

Camelot Agility Equipment

   http://www.camelotaussies.com/AgilityEq4Sale.htm

Dog Tube

   http://www.dogtube.com/

J and J’s Dog Supply Phone: 1-800-642-2050

   http://www.jjdog.com/

Max200/Pipe Dreams Agility Equipment

   http://www.Max200.com

Mick Tini’s Agility Equipment Phone: 519-632-9444

   http://www.k9sports.ca/

NTI Global Tunnels

   http://www.ntiglobal.com/DogAgility/Index.htm

Over Rover! Agility Equipment Phone: 866-837-7683

   http://www.overrover.com/

Paw-Z-Tracks Agility Equipment Phone: 403-248-8744 http://www.paw-z-tracks.com/

Paul’s Dog Agility Works Phone: 780-995-1376  

   http://www.paulsdogagilityworks.com/

Rocket Dog Agility Equipment Phone : 1-888-699-6116

   http://www.rocket-dog.com/

Train Agility Equipment

   http://www.trainagility.com

WeavePoles.Com

 http://www.weave-poles.com/

(c) 2008 James O'Heare