Some breeds of dog are pretty much born to jump over obstacles and run through tunnels.Some breeds of dog are pretty much born to jump over obstacles and run through tunnels.
Some breeds of dog are pretty much born to jump over obstacles and run through tunnels.

Most Agile Dogs 2024: These are the 10 breeds of nimble dog likely to win agility contests - including the loving Golden Retriever 🐕

If you are thinking about getting a new puppy and fancy trying your hand at the popular canine sport of dog agility, there are a few breeds that will give you a head start.
By David Hepburn
Published 1st Dec 2021, 10:20 BST
Updated 9th Apr 2024, 11:48 BST

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A huge number of us decided to welcome new puppies into our homes in the last two years – according to Kennel Club figures dog ownership soared and post-lockdown demand for four-legged friends remains high.

There are a whopping 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds, so there’s plenty of thinking to do before you select your family’s latest addition.

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There’s even academic guidance to seek out, with Psychologist Stanley Coren’s book ‘The Intelligence of Dogs’ ranking breeds by instincts, obedience, and the ability to adapt.

One thing to take into consideration is that some dogs are more agile than others – able to perform tricks, jumps and tasks others would balk at.

These breeds are the ones that often appear in the winners lists of dog agility competitions, where pups are challenged to complete complex obstacle courses.

Here are the 10 most agile breeds of dog.

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The Jack Russell Terrier is one of the most energetic breeds of dog you can find - seemingly impossible to tire out. It makes them a natural fit to whizz around agility courses, with their tiny frames meaning there's plenty of room for them to squeeze through the tightest of obstacles.

1. Jack Russell Terrier

The Jack Russell Terrier is one of the most energetic breeds of dog you can find - seemingly impossible to tire out. It makes them a natural fit to whizz around agility courses, with their tiny frames meaning there's plenty of room for them to squeeze through the tightest of obstacles. Photo: Canva/Getty Images

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The ultimate dog when it comes to agility has to be the Border Collie. They have been bred to herd sheep and the same skills - along with their extreme intelligence - mean that they will tear around an agility course without a second thought.

2. Border Collie

The ultimate dog when it comes to agility has to be the Border Collie. They have been bred to herd sheep and the same skills - along with their extreme intelligence - mean that they will tear around an agility course without a second thought. Photo: Canva/Getty Images

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Australian Shepherds are particularly good at the growing sport of flyball - where dogs race over a line of hurdles to collect a ball before running back to their owners. It's another intelligent herding breed that has no problem coping with complex commands.

3. Australian Shepherd

Australian Shepherds are particularly good at the growing sport of flyball - where dogs race over a line of hurdles to collect a ball before running back to their owners. It's another intelligent herding breed that has no problem coping with complex commands. Photo: Canva/Getty Images

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There's very little German Shepherds don't excel at, from being brilliant guard dogs and police dogs, to being wonderful family pets and guide dogs. You can add agility to the list, with the breed more than making up with their comparative lack of speed with a dedication to perfection.

4. German Shepherd

There's very little German Shepherds don't excel at, from being brilliant guard dogs and police dogs, to being wonderful family pets and guide dogs. You can add agility to the list, with the breed more than making up with their comparative lack of speed with a dedication to perfection. Photo: Canva/Getty Images

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