this is a relay race of teams of dogs.  There are four dogs on each team and two teams will race at a time.  Dogs race down a lane, over four jumps, hit a box with their feet that releases a tennis ball, and they race back with the ball in their mouth.  This is a fast paced game that is loads of fun for both dog and owner.  It is GREAT for high energy dogs.  Many people think that only border collies or other herding breeds can participate in Flyball but this is simply not true.  Flyball is open to all purebreds as well as mixes.  Any dog can play flyball and most really enjoy it.  Several members of MMBR and a few past adopters participate in Flyball.  One boxer who plays is deaf.
For more information on flyball please go to:  http://www.flyballdogs.com/

 

This is an event in which titles can be earned for sighthounds only but that does not mean that all dogs cannot do it.  Lure Coursing takes no training at all, and it is great fun.  You can run your dog alone or with other dogs, the choice is yours.  It is a fairly inexpensive sport, costing between $2 and $4 per run. If you have a high energy dog or a dog with a high prey drive, you might want to try Lure Coursing.   As with Flyball, many MMBR members participate in this sport.
For more info on Lure Coursing please go to: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lure_coursing

 

RALLY OBEDIENCE

Dog and Handler teams navigate a course with numbered signs indicating different exercises to perform such as Sit-Down-Sit, Straight Figure 8, Send Over Jump, Recall Over Jump. Teams navigate the course at a brisk, continuous performance without direction from the judge. Handlers are encouraged to talk to their dogs during the performance. All dogs, purebred, mixed breeds and dogs with disabilities are encouraged to participate.
For more information on Rally Obedience please go to: http://www.apdt.com/po/rally/default.aspx

COMPETITIVE OBEDIENCE
 
You and your dog, as a team, will perform obedience commands in a ring, in front of a judge.  Points are given and you can title your dog.  This is only open to purebred dogs to compete in AKC. To compete in UKC or APDT any dog can participate .  Even if your dog is not registered you can obtain an ILP and still show in obedience.  This is a great sport and very fulfilling. A couple of past MMBR dogs are currently in training for this sport.
For more information on Obedience please go to: http://www.akc.org/events/obedience/index.cfm
or to: http://www.ukcdogs.com/Obedience.htm

THERAPY DOG
This is more suited for a laid back owner and dog team.  Your dog will have to be very well mannered and have a great relationship with you.  You would have your dog tested and if it passes, it will become a certified therapy dog.  Trips to local hospitals, nursing homes and even schools are very rewarding and help to brighten the day of people who are going through hard times.  Several MMBR adopted dogs are now certified therapy dogs.
For more information about Therapy Dog Work pelase go to: http://www.deltasociety.org/

AGILITY

This is an obsticle course for a dog/human team complete with jumps, A frames, weave poles and much more.  It is fast paced and fun.  All breeds can participate.  This is great excercise for both human and dog.  Points are awarded and titles can be won.  We have a few past MMBR dogs who are working towards agility.  One is a deaf boxer.
For more information on Agility please go to: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dog_agility

DOG HIKING
This term refers to a form of hiking in which dogs travel alongside their owners. Several companies manufacturer packs (often similar in appearance to mule or donkey side bags) in various sizes, so that the dogs may carry their own food and/or bowls.

DISC DOG
This is a sport in which owner and dog can compete in frisbee tossing in two ways.  The first is where owner tosses the frisbee and the dog brings it back. They are timed as to how many tosses, at what distance, they can finish in a specified time.  The second is a choreographed and is accompanied by music.  Judges issue points to the contestant.
For more information please go to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frisbee_Dog_World_Champions

CANINE FREESTYLE
also known as Musical Freestyle, Freestyle Dance, and Canine Freestyle—is a modern dog sport that is a mixture of obedience,  tricks, and  dance that allows for creative interaction between dogs and their owners.
For more information please go to http://www.worldcaninefreestyle.org/

TRACKING