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The world of dog sports—Agility, Rally Obedience, Nosework, Barn Hunt—can seem like an exclusive club for purebred dogs and professional handlers. For pet dog owners just starting to test the water in a more advanced space, the complex rules and intensive training can seem kind of hardcore and, frankly, intimidating. The truth is, a successful…
