Agility Items

If this is your first trial or tournament, we have a handy list of items you may want to bring.

Flyball Items

 

- AAC ID card so your dog can be measured. You'll need to order this a couple of months beforehand. You cannot enter a trial without one.
- Tent or tarps to create shade and to block the rain and wind
- Crate or x-pen for your dog
- A tarp to put underneath your dog's X-Pen if the ground is wet
- Blankets or a comfy dog cushion so your athlete can rest in comfort
- Crate or x-pen fan (you can get them at pet stores. They are battery operated and you can attach them to the side of your crate/x-pen to help cool off your athlete
- Extra set of batteries for your fan
- Extra sheets or blankets to put around your crate/x-pen if your dog is anxious in a confined space. They will block distractions and your dog will rest better if he/she can't see all the excitement. You can also use one of those extra blanket to put on top of your bed in the hotel room is your dog sheds a lot
- Bungee cords to hold tarps, reflective blankets, etc.
- Your motivator (tug toy, special food, treats, etc)
- Your dog's collar,harness, leash
- Food and water bowls (You may want to have a special water bowl for the crate or x-pen. You can buy a stainless steel bucket or bowl with a clip on it to attach it to the crate/x-pen so your dog won't spill it inside)
- One towel for each dog (in case it rains and you have to dry your dog)
- Dog food (Bring a few extra portions. You never know if you'll get delayed somewhere with a hungry pooch!)
- Food, water and snacks(it's a long day and you may not have the time to go out to get food between races. But many trials have food on site)
- Poop bags (always have one with you, in the car, in the hotel, in your treat pouch, etc.)
- Camera and film (you never know when your dog will do the cutest thing!)
- Your prescriptions drugs
- First aid kit for you AND your dog
- Folding chair
- Your club's uniform, shirt, jacket, etc
- A small cooler to keep your food or some treats in the cold
- Proof of rabies vaccination for your dog if you go across the border
- Your dog's seatbelt if you use one in the car
- Clothes for all temperature (hot summer day, rainy day, cold day, etc)
- Extra pairs of sock (nice to change them if you get wet feet in the rain!)
- Sunglasses
- Sunblock
- Insect repellant

And last, but certainly not least, don't forget to bring your dog! And have fun!

- Crate or x-pen for your dog
- Blankets or a comfy dog cushion so your athlete can rest between races
- Crate or x-pen fan (you can get them at pet stores. They are battery operated and you can attach them to the side of your crate/x-pen to help cool off your athlete
- Extra set of batteries for your fan
- Extra sheets or blankets to put around your crate/x-pen if your dog is anxious in a confined space. They will block distractions and your dog will rest better if he/she can't see all the excitement. You can also use one of those extra blanket to put on top of your bed in the hotel room is your dog sheds a lot
- Your motivator (tug toy, special food, etc)
- Food and water bowls (You may want to have a special water bowl for the crate or x-pen. You can buy a stainless steel bucket or bowl with a clip on it to attach it to the crate/x-pen so your dog won't spill it inside)
- Dog food (Bring a few extra portions. You never know if you'll get delayed somewhere with a hungry pooch!)
- Food, water and snacks(it's a long day and you may not have the time to go out to get food between races. But many tournaments have food on site)
- Poop bags (always have one with you, in the car, in the hotel, in your treat pouch, etc.)
- Camera and film (you never know when your dog will do the cutest thing!)
- Your prescriptions drugs
- First aid kit for you AND your dog
- Folding chair
- Your club's uniform, shirt, jacket, etc
- A small cooler to keep your food or some treats in the cold
- Proof of rabies vaccination for your dog if you go across the border
- Your dog's seatbelt if you use one in the car
- Comfortable pair of running shoes


If there is not a crating area inside the tournament venue, you'll need to be prepared for crating outside so…
- Tent or tarps to create shade and to block the rain and wind
- Reflective blankets for the sun
- Clothes for all temperature (hot summer day, rainy day, cold day, etc)
- Extra pairs of sock (nice to change them if you get wet feet in the rain!)
- A tarp to put underneath your dog's X-Pen if the ground is wet
- Bungee cords to hold tarps, reflective blankets, etc.
- Sunglasses
- Sunblock
- Bug repellent

Of course, someone from your team has to bring the flyball box and the tennis balls. It's also a good idea to have a few tools and extra parts on hand in case the box malfunctions.

And last, but certainly not least, don't forget to bring your dog! And have fun!

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