Rally-O is a great dog sport that can be enjoyed by dogs (and people!) of any age and ability. The dog and their handler are required to perform a different exercise every few metres. Exercises include combinations of turns, presents, finishes, changes of position, heeling around cones, halts, stays and jumps. Even though Rally-O has evolved from Competitive Obedience, it does not require the same level of precision as Obedience. The main goal in Rally-O is to gain a score of at least 90% and so earn a qualifying certificate, Once you have enough qualifying certificates, your dog can gain a Dogs NZ Rally-O title. There are several levels of title to work towards, each level more challenging than the

Importance of Obedience Training. Obedience training is crucial for both new puppies and adult dogs. It helps establish a clear communication channel between you and your dog, fostering mutual respect and understanding. Training not only teaches your dog basic commands but also enhances their confidence and social skills, making them better companions.

Dog agility is a competitive sport where dogs navigate through a timed obstacle course, which includes jumps, tunnels, weave poles, and other challenges. The goal is for the dog to complete the course as quickly and accurately as possible, guided by their handler’s commands and body language. This sport is open to all breeds and mixes, making it accessible to a wide range of dogs.  Your dog must be a minimum of 1 year.

Flygility is a dog sport that mixes elements of agility and flyball. As in flyball the dog is sent to fetch a ball from a flyball box and returns the ball to the handler. Courses can be longer than in flyball, 30m from start line to the box, and use agility obstacles. https://blenheimcaninetraining.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Joma-3.mp4https://blenheimcaninetraining.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Opal-2.mp4