Hiya

I'm hoping to compete Ollie next season but I don't know what fitness exercise I should be doing with him? Should I do some running? Hillwork? Swimming etc? How much? Is it really important? How far in advance should I start this fitness exercise?

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Each agility round lasts at most 60 seconds, so the dog has to be fit enough to run all the way round. For any healthy dog that's not going to be much of a problem. A bit of running is good, but on hard surfaces could do more harm than good, some hill work would help for the A frame and dog walk. Swimming is great for stamina. Most important, warm the dog's muscles up before you start your run, a game of tug or some brisk heelwork should do.