In this episode (38:53)
In this episode, Sarah is joined by Jennifer Crank and Sasha Zitter to talk about the Junior Handler program.
You Will Learn
- How agility can teach children (and adults!) perseverance and sportsmanship.
- How the Junior Handler program can help grow the sport of dog agility.
- How clubs can help encourage Junior Handlers.
- How competitors can help encourage Junior Handlers.
- How the idea of the Boundless Junior Agility Camp became reality.
Mentioned
- Boundless Junior Agility Camp Facebook Page
- Boundless Junior Agility Camp Website
- American Kennel Club’s Junior Handler Program
- USDAA’s Junior Handler Program
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