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Overview Of Disc dog

Disc dog (commonly called Frisbee dog) is a dog sport. In disc dog competitions, dogs and their human flying disc throwers compete in events such as distance catching and somewhat choreographed freestyle catching. The sport celebrates the bond between handler and dog, by allowing them to work together. The term "disc" is preferred because "Frisbee" is a trademark (held by Wham-O) for a brand of flying disc.


Competitions:

Ashley Whippet Invitational:

The Canine Frisbee Disc World Championship (also called the World Finals Championship) was long considered the crowning culmination of the sport.

Skyhoundz:

In 2000, Skyhoundz staged its very first World Canine Disc Championship, sponsored by Hyperflite.

UFO:

The UFO organization runs the UFO World Cup Series. The series is a "points series", similar to World Cup Skiing or NASCAR. The series culminates in World Cup Final. In 2006, UFO also ran the AWI World Championship in Scottsdale, Arizona.


Disc Dog Clubs:

Disc dog clubs organize and promote the sport on a local level, and work with national organizations to run events. They offer new-comers a way to learn more about the sport, and are a great place for the experienced competitors to give back. Disc dog clubs are usually active in local animal charities, helping to raise money and awareness for such groups. Disc dog clubs can be found all over the United States, Europe, Asia, Canada and Australia. The first club was the Dallas Dog and Disc Club, founded in the mid-1980s by Ron Ellis.


Disc Dog Training:

Not all dogs immediately understand the concept of the game. A dog may not instinctively know to turn and chase after a disc that is thrown over its head. To begin, the disc should be thrown straight to the dog at a short distance. Once a dog knows how to catch, it can learn the additional concept of running to catch the disc. The disc should be thrown at increasing heights, gradually throwing the disc higher, until it finally goes over the dog's head. At that point the dog instinctively follows the disc all the way around.


Game Rules

Throw with Intent:

Any time a disc is delivered to a dog it should be delivered to the correct spot at the correct time to make your dog look good. The handler must intend to do that or perfect placement doesn’t happen.

Simply defining a target and intending to deliver it there improve precision and accuracy from both the thrower’s perspective and also from the dog’s perspective. The dog should expect to leap for a well placed target and the handler should intend put it there. Practicing and exercising this makes it more likely to happen.


Out Throws are Glory, not After Thoughts:

When an inside sequence finishes (flip, flip, leg vault…) you throw a long one to give yourself some time to pick up discs… Don’t just chuck it out there 30 yards. Don’t fling it away while glancing down to pick up that pile of discs.

Instead, take that moment of release for that out throw and add Intent to it. Be present and aware while deliver that target to a place and time that will ask the dog to leap and look good.

It doesn’t take any more time and really adds a level of professionalism and polish that is hard to fake. Real pros make their dogs look good on out throws.


Follow the Throw:

When an out throw is made, especially a longer one, go ahead and follow it – like run after it. This will help to use more of the field and will help you and your dog look like a team.

Nothing is more boring than watching a handler standing around while the dog works his or her tail off. Even an aggressive retrieve can be dull and repetitive. Following the throw will help to make you a more active handler.

Following a throw allows the handler to remain close to the dog during an out throw. It can be exciting to see dog and handler pop into action, moving fast at the same time. It also can dramatically impact flow by shortening the time between sequences.


Carry 3 Discs at All Times:

At Pawsitive Vybe the rule is to always have 3 discs in your hand. If you don’t have 3 discs in your hand you should be working hard to get find three discs and get them in that hand.

This becomes difficult with 5 disc formats like Skyhoundz, but it’s still a necessity if you’re going to do any kind of cool sequencing that doesn’t require bending down to grab discs.

A similar rule of thumb for us is to always work towards the biggest pile of discs. It’s an easy way to get three discs in hand.


Cue Early and Clearly:

The timing of the verbal and physical cues handlers use to communicate with dogs is huge. Give the verbal cue well before the physical cue.

Give the verbal cue,”Through…” then offer the physical cue of opening the legs and flashing the disc, or whatever it is that the physical cue may be. The key is to give the weak cue first as a heads up then deliver the strong cue to the dog while she’s looking for confirmation of the weak cue.


Equipments Need For Disc dog

Balance Disc

Safety Harness


History Of Disc dog

The first disc dog exhibition to grab the public’s attention was in 1974 in Los Angeles at a baseball game between the Dodgers and the Cincinnati Reds. Alex Stein, a 19-year-old college student from Ohio, crashed the game with his Whippet, Ashley. In the eight minutes before he was escorted from the field and arrested, Stein and Ashley Whippet wowed the crowd with 35-mph runs and breathtaking vaults and catches. Interest in the sport skyrocketed.


Popularity:

Part of the popularity of the sport is its accessibility. All that is necessary to enjoy it is a level playing area, a dog, and a flying disc. Also, a little imagination is an extra plus for Freestyle competition. It is estimated that over one million dogs play flying disc in the United States alone, though only a small percentage participate in organized competitions.

Disc dogs are also popular attractions at sporting events as half-time entertainment. Going clear back to Ashley and his 8th inning performance in 1974, disc dogs have performed at countless football, basketball, baseball and soccer halftimes. They are many times found in amusement parks, county fairs and pet festivals of all kinds. There are a very small handful of trainers who even make a living doing these shows.


Disc dog in Television:

Ashley starred in a television commercial, entertained Amy Carter and her friends at the White House, performed at halftime at Super Bowl XII, and was a guest with Stein on such television programs as: "Wide World of Sports," "Good Morning America," "The Tonight Show," and others. He entertained at practically every NFL and Major League Baseball stadium in the United States and Canada, and starred in "Floating Free" -- a film documentary nominated for an Academy Award.


Colorado Disc Dogs club:

The Colorado Disc Dogs club started in 1994 and gives Frisbee dog enthusiasts a chance to gather as a group and ply our hobby. We get together at least once a month during the season, exchanging ideas, tips, stories, and information about the sport, as well as practicing with our dogs in a fun, comfortable atmosphere.


Origin Of Disc dog

The sport got its start in the early 1970s, paralleling the rise in popularity of Frisbee sport. The definitive moment came on August 5, 1974 when Alex Stein, a 19-year-old college student from Ohio, and his dog, Ashley Whippet, jumped the fence at a nationally broadcast baseball game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Cincinnati Reds.[1] Stein had with him a couple of flying discs, which he threw for the dog. 


Frisbee Dog World Championship:

Stein worked with Irv Lander and Eldon McIntire to create the Frisbee Dog World Championship for people and their dogs. Even today, Stein and McIntire continue to contribute to the sport.


History of Disc:

The sport got its start in the early 1970s, paralleling the rise in popularity of Frisbee sport. The definitive moment came on August 5, 1974 when Alex Stein, a 19-year-old college student from Ohio and his dog, Ashley Whippet, jumped the fence at a nationally broadcast baseball game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Cincinnati Reds. Stein had with him a couple of flying discs, which he threw for the dog. Ashley astonished the crowd with his disc-catching, as he ran up to 56 km/h and leaped 9 feet (2.7 m) in the air to snag the disc. The stunt was so novel that the game was stopped and Joe Garagiola continued to announce the flying disc action on the field. Finally, after eight minutes, Stein was escorted off the field. The nationally televised exhibition of Ashley’s skill did much to fuel interest in the sport.


Governing Bodies

UFO:

The UFO was founded in 2000. Looking to add some fun to the incredible world of canine disc, the concept of a World Wide points series hadn't been tried. So the UFO got it off the ground.


First World Cup:

The first World Cup Series took place in the year 2001. In the beginning, the UFO didn't have a final event. We focused on our series, and at the end of our regular season, the team with the highest point total was declared the World Cup Champion. This format worked fine, however the UFO was always thinking about how to put together a great final to finish our season.In 2006, the UFO held its first World Cup Final, in Scottsdale, Arizona. The competitors came from around the world to make this a truly special event.


Awards Related To Disc dog

European Brotherhood of Disc Dog Awards:

There are special awards for those people that makes this sport special regardless of their competition results.It's a recognition (not a physical award) that we can give to someone for her/him actions like:

-Special cheering up

-Emotive moments

-Disc Dog Spirit sampling

-Dog care

-Sportsmanship


WAGGIELYMPICS AWARDS:

Disc Dog Awards

Some of the most amazing, entertaining and obedient dogs will be awarded with the trophies for the Disc Dog Competition for their great athleticism. Come and thank them for their great entertainment and show them appreciation for their skills (both the handler and the dog)


Sample Documents Of Disc dog

Greatest People's Quote
Just before a game, I try to keep a clear mind so that I can focus better. I'm the kind of person who plays fast and relies a lot on intuition, so being at peace with myself is vital. Saying my daily prayers helps me achieve this heightened state of mind.
-Viswanathan Anan
 
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