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Prerequisite Class
You must have "AG315 - Precision Charged Weave Poles" in your library or purchase it as a prerequisite class to follow this class. The link to purchase is: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/courses/46949
Or you can navigate there by the menu above and just below the FDSA Logo in the banner: Courses->Prerequisites
Prerequisite Age
Dogs must be 12 months or older.
Supplies and Equipment
The following is a list of required Items for this class.
Reinforcer
You must be able to throw the reinforcer or have your dog grab the tug toy from your hand—no hand feeding. If you don't have a food toy and want to get one, I have some recommendations below.
The following food toys or vessels are recommended and can be purchased on Clean Run.
Weave Poles and Guides
Weave Poles
- Preferred, 2 x 2s - Three sets of 2 x 2 weave pole bases - 24" between poles. The lightweight bases (aluminum) will be fine if you have a small or medium-sized dog. If you have a medium or large dog, the 2 x 2s should be heavy enough to remain in place when your dog touches or hits a pole. If it's a lighter-weight set, they must be staked (outdoors) or double-sided taped (indoors) in position.
- Alternatively, channel weaves. A set of four adjustable poles is required in the early stages of training. Eventually, a set of six adjustable poles will be required.
- A set of six closed weave poles, or use the three sets of 2 x 2s.
- Four (minimum) guides to attach to the poles – some dogs may require two additional guides, but this is rare.
Check with your friends to see if they have 2 x 2s and weave pole guides you can borrow for this class. If you have a medium to large dog, ensure the bases are not light or can be staked down.
Otherwise, here is a list of businesses that make the equipment. I have experience with Clip and Go, and I highly recommend their guides. I do not have experience with the 2x2s that are listed below. But they come recommended by others. The business that makes the 2x2s I use is currently not able to take orders, but I will add it here when they are up and running again.
Weave Pole guides
Clip and Go Agility:
https://clipandgoagility.com/clearway-weavepole-guides-for-6-poles-4-guides/
24" 2 x 2 weave pole sets
Clip and Go Agility
https://clipandgoagility.com/clip-and-go-agility-2-x-2-weavebase
These bases are aluminum and lightweight and will need to be secured for medium to large-sized dogs.
MAD Agility
https://www.madagility.com/product-page/24-2-x-2-weaves-6-colored-poles
These bases would work best for large or medium-sized dogs with a lot of forward drive, as they are made of powder-coated steel. They usually have them in stock, and they come with colored poles. The business owner said that if steel prices continue to rise, he will need to increase prices.
Mark's Agility Equipment
https://www.marksagilityequipment.com/product-page/2x2-weaves
These bases are aluminum and lightweight and will need to be secured in place for medium to large-sized dogs. They make them as ordered. At this time, delivery is usually in 6 weeks.
Nosetouch.com
https://nosetouch.com/2x2-Weave-Poles_c_16.html
These bases are made of steel and can be staked or taped down if they move. They can also be ordered with different-colored bases. The website page hasn't been updated to reflect that they no longer default to 20” between the poles. It doesn’t appear that it will be updated, but they make them 24" apart. When you order, tell them you want the 24" spacing in the comments. The business owner states that they usually ship within 2 weeks.
Your Local Welder
Many people get their 2 x 2s by contacting a local welder. If you show them the design, they might be able to make a cheaper, sturdier version for you.
Jumps
Two wing jumps. You can get by with two wingless jumps and two wings (or any object your dog will wrap).
Instructor: Nancy Gagliardi Little
