We Got a Runner! Rescue Dog Agility | Crufts 2019

[@dave1927p]

you can tell some of these rescue dogs are trying, but they just love people too much to run past without saying hello

[@AnnoyingAsianWitch]

That's my dog, she stops and says hi to everyone.

[@bludelphinium994]

They’re sooo adorable!! 🥰

[@KeaveMind]

Gotta be polite and greet everyone :D

[@annika_panicka]

@Green Future You don't think these particular lucky rescued doggos are happy?

[@jules3048]

I thought the exact same. Too cute!

[@havanese37]

the ones I enjoy the most watching are those who do whatever they want, they're so funny love them

[@spindelyshankz671]

me too, they're the best!

[@AGxAG]

Agree! Those dogs look like theyre enjoying themselves so much

[@exkelsior1486]

I love seeing the ones who get distracted by people and just want to say hello.

[@emilieguillon-equitation421]

Makes a bit of amusement 😀

[@erinonfire1264]

Their tails are another thing: GOING WIIIIIILD

[@meaganwallwork5395]

The best part is when they get distracted and have to say hello to everyone.

[@ladyrachel13]

I really liked that first dog. He wasn't gonna do anything he didn't want to and when he laid down in the tunnel I thought I would die laughing! Good for him!!! 💕🐶

[@KeaveMind]

I love this big goofy fluff

[@THEREALDEAL-pu8dx]

I was cracking up. So funny.

[@ktinxx]

Truly show-stoppingly funny! I could not go on watching the video because this Rumanian rescue had me in stitches! 😂

[@amalielk]

Narrator: A bit sloppy on the weave but who cares. This is the most entertaining thing I've ever seen

[@LeanneInAdelaide]

Bless the first owner and dog. They made a bit of a mess of it. Who cares though they are both so happy together and that is all that matters. I love crufts for not being too pretentious and being "human" and having this part of the competition. This is so nice to allow so many totally gorgeous dogs to shine. Total respect for the owners here.

[@ranmakuro]

Well, the sports part is the only part of Crufts you may call "human". The breeding part is critizised all over for awarding breeding dogs that are sick by genes. They implemented vet checks, but even there can't be seen heart illness, brain illness or such. They see the dog for one moment and so does the judge. I'm not sure if today dogs get sorted out by veterinary documents before therefore sick dogs won't participate, but I believe, it is the way it has been ever since. If I see all those dogs in the arena hanging in their thin collars being throttled on straight leashes I can't see any "human" behavior. The sports part still is fun to watch every year and I love to hear the commentator. This is what Crufts should be through and through.

[@patriciaraymond7839]

You can tell the first dog was very scared and didn't want to be there. I'll bet in a quiet room without a crowd of people, lights and cameras he would perform much better.

[@emilieguillon-equitation421]

Makes a change in the choice of dogs

[@KarenMelchior]

Agree with @@patriciaraymond7839, the first dog looked so scared and ran into the tunnel to get to safety :(

[@ritawing1064]

@@ranmakuro well said. Even these seemingly more humane activities just underline the attitude to dogs as beings rather than as examples of human manipulation - which so often, as you say, results in poor quality of life. I think I am right in saying that the BBC stopped broadcasting the show at some point because of this?...yes, see "Pedigree Dogs Exposed".

[@SensationalBanana]

My fondest memory of any dog event, was seeing a woman attempt an Agility course with her Afghan Hound. She started running towards the first obstacle, happy as could be. Her dog was running in the opposite direction towards a woman snacking on a ham sandwhich. It came to her, sat down in front and did the most polite beg I've ever seen. Dogs are simply the best people.

[@anonz975]

Must be hard not to pet them (or share your sandwich with them) when approached.

[@KateFern]

Ah, my grandma had a border terrier that did practically every event. An extremely smart dog but in love with food. He was doing an agility event and he got a sandwich from one of the judge’s bag 😂

[@CherylMarella]

Is there a video of it? Would be funnyyy to watch

[@dodobean7620]

my neighbor keeps telling anyone who will listen, she's entering her chihuahua in the agility sets.... yesterday at the block party - someone finally asked her - "being so tiny how is it gonna jump the gates?" w/out blinking she responded " cheeto! " and it jumped 4 ft offthe ground into her arms. i will NEVER doubt that womans word again!

[@philjones45]

I never share my sandwich with a begging woman, she should make her own in the kitchen.

[@EMWASHERE499]

When olly came out they said “oh dear it’s olly” 😂 my family with me

[@sharonsienaski3738]

You nice keep going We must see Olly! He’s the star!

[@bryanburke7947]

Olly is my favorite.....

[@terridavis402]

The grey fluffy dog that did his own thing was so adorable.

[@elizaeliza5937]

I love the commentators on the crufts videos. They are always quick to give compliments and kindness to handlers and dogs alike. I also love how they point out that reward based training or positive training is how these dogs and so many more are trained because "that's how they learn". :)

[@Sandy33569]

Eliza Eliza There are other ways to train dogs that are just fine, but Agility is a sport that is trained by positive reinforcement by most people.

[@elizaeliza5937]

@@Sandy33569 You are correct in saying there are other methods dogs and other animals are trained with. But science and research has shown that the best training methods focus on redirecting unwanted behaviors, rewarding desired behaviors, and avoid inflicting pain, fear, or asserting dominance. I am not sure which methods you are specifically speaking about but what is commonly referred to as positive reinforcement training, or positive training is the best known example of training that fits these criteria.

[@dothedo3667]

The crufts guy is bloody annoying though... 😒 he needs to shut up so we can hear the lady announcer, or they need to get rid of the audience audio files...

[@barbaravick5634]

Eliza Eliza She was, he was rude!

[@Evija3000]

@@dothedo3667 Having overlapping commentators was pretty annoying.

[@MsRadicalReviews]

The male commentator is my favorite, what a relaxing gentle voice...

[@dieseann6708]

I just learned that his name is Peter Purves, I shall actively seek stuff out now, where he's commentating. Hoping he might have read audiobooks, too!

[@janicem9225]

His voice sounds exactly like the narrator and creator of Obsolete Oddities, a KZbin and Patreon murder and mystery channel.

[@KFrost-fx7dt]

Exactly the opposite of the woman's screeching.

[@rodneycaupp5962]

The entire thing was special to see and hear, and get face cramps smiling so much LOL good dogies . I want my 2 year old ridgeback to blaze around with his 10 foot long gallops. At 36 inches shoulder height he would have to skip the Tube. Raise the bars up to 3 or 4 feet for bonus points for Koda. Ignore his ornery sense of humor!

[@413smr]

Hard to listen to with the female voice in the background.

[@kpepperl319]

All I care about is the dogs are having a great time

[@cpcoultertweedles7216]

"There is a set course they are supposed to be following...and Kratu is very much not doing it." Love that little quip from the announcer.

[@sharonpowell1969]

Grinning like a idiot, with tears running down my cheeks. These are the ones we failed and they have undergone some tragic events, but here they are loving, trusting us humans and most of all wanting to please us. I love puppy dogs. 🐕

[@aliyahsakeena]

Me too sharon me too !! I cry while watching these

[@NightshadeGoddess]

"and this can do all sorts, except it can't follow instruction" 😂 honestly sounds like a description for me

[@vermilliongecko]

Very pleased to see the last collie with the handler in a wheelchair - I'm a wheelchair user and I have a collie that I take to agility. It's all in the voice and the hand signals!

[@rosemarydudley9954]

I have a re-homed border collie. We had a few "voice" problems to start with (only had him 10 months) BUT I found out that Hand and arm signals and treats were his thing. I wish you every happiness with yours. :>)

[@dieseann6708]

I also loved that it sparked no comment whatsoever. True equality, there.

[@magicpainthorse]

You're wonderful. My niece is in a wheelchair due to Transverse myelitis. Her courage and tenacity are beyond inspiring.

[@mousehouse3591]

I love the wheelchair, those dogs are all absolute treasures.

[@annieinwonderland]

I think I have see a guide dog user use handsignals

[@roguishpaladin]

22:28 is Olly's run. This year they put someone on the exit to make sure he didn't get out! ^^

[@laurenwilson9383]

Does olly have a fan club? I love watching every year

[@deelee2441]

I love watching the "professional" dog show competitions, but this rescue dog demonstration just stole my heart!

[@dieseann6708]

Me, too! The professional can be quite the nail-biter. This is just wonderful fun!

[@KeaveMind]

I just love how much the commentator loves ollie 'here he goes weeeee' 😂 so adorable

[@macksmith1366]

Watching that tiny Pomeranian floof race around the course was one of the cutest things I’ve ever seen

[@mattwilliams3456]

That was wonderful. I don’t get the people in the comments that feel negatively about the announcer. He seemed very kind and genuinely happy for the dogs. The complainers seem to be just looking for offense.

[@Evija3000]

I likrd him, but I wasn't fan of having two overlapping comentators.

[@jintzie1950jth]

The highest goal at Crufts is for the dogs to have a wonderful time. I love that, and I love it that the announcers see when they are having fun and tell the audience about it in such a warm and friendly way.

[@nolanhartman9046]

“Didn’t quite get the weave right, but who cares?!” 😂 these good bois are having a blast

[@jameswent48]

But what about the good girls? 🙄

[@alexroselle]

Dogs that are not skilled at agility courses running agility trials is my new favorite genre of comedy

[@lindasmith4714]

I couldn’t agree more! Love every moment!

[@shortforsophie]

12:51 “your guess is as good as mine who won.” We did. We got to watch this loveliness, and that makes us the winners.

[@sharonsienaski3738]

shortforsophie YES! Well said.

[@CQuinnLady]

What a shame we cant treat our fellow humans with the love and respect shown to these dogs..... "who cares who wins, they're just out there havin fun!"

[@giggermont5413]

What do you mean? They're rescue dogs that haven't been shown love and respect by humans at some point in their lives.

[@sislertx]

Well the real problem is religions that tell humans to murder all who are not their in the sect of hate and supreemistism...islam..black hebrew and LGBTQ

[@sandratodi432]

Maybe it's because this is a demonstration, not a competition. :/

[@janicem9225]

@@sislertx Ok, dummy dum dum.

[@jyae7777]

olly never dissapoints, what a lil cutie

[@lovinlife9648]

My favorites are the ones who do their own thing.

[@katmandudawn8417]

It's not that Kratu was a novice, it just he had better sense what the crowd wanted. And he gave it to them. Kratu is such a good joyful dog.

[@Perpwincess]

“All just looking for someone to love them and play with them.” I am in tears with a smile on my face, knowing they are well taken care off and are having fun at the same time. God bless them.

[@tippib2222]

My favorite to see are the rescues. I love all of them but I have a soft spot for Olly. Headstrong little Jack Russells will always have my heart.

[@tammiecrutcher2550]

Commentator “let’s see if Ollie has learned anything no and off he goes way over the “a” frame “ 😭

[@jhhjams1234]

Loved,loved when announcer said"Oh dear it's Olly" Olly makes my heart and soul laugh so hard I snort!

[@kl9307]

Why on earth, do I hear my co-worker's voices when I show up?! 🤔🤣

[@EMWASHERE499]

These pups look so happy running around and jumping hurdles, this is the best thing to a herding dog they love to be stimulated in athletic jobs

[@tiredofallthis7716]

Love when the announcers and spectators take fun more seriously than the competition. There’s a time and place for the serious and the enjoyable

[@TheCoheed42]

I lost it at "This dog is having an absolute fun time".

[@DFDuck55]

I have a 14 year old rescued Chocolate Labrador that I've had since she was 6. It may take her a few minutes but I think she could knock over most if not all of those barriers. She really is a bull in a china shop, but she's happy and that's what matters :>

[@celticphoenix2579]

It warms my heart to see floofers just living their best lives and having the best time 😊

[@diane9247]

First dog was hilarious, lovable and cute as the dickens! His devil-may-care attitude made me so happy!

[@lisalynnn]

I love the attitudes of the commentators. They're genuinely tickled and have the best outlook on all of the dogs.

[@Silkendrum]

This video was too long for the time I had, so I was going to watch only a few minutes. It was so much fun I watched the whole thing! The dishes can wait....

[@rosemarydudley9954]

mmmmm, mine too!

[@dieseann6708]

Yepp, I still can go shopping in a minute… or 15!

[@2008MrsKim]

I could not stop smiling.

[@Mirrorgirl492]

So wonderful to see Rescues living their best lives.

[@dannymacdougall366]

That first was hilarious. 🤣🤣 . All the dogs having a good time. 😀😂

[@curlyanneb1973]

I love this announcer!

[@LupusVenatica]

‘He didn’t get the weave right but who cares.’ True. Most peaple love the dogs who are just having fun

[@troydavis705]

I love how the announcer does judge and is just having as much fun as the dogs are!

[@sueo.6731]

Rescues are the BEST! I'd love to have the first dog that ran - absolutely adorable!!!!!!! And the one greeting everyone, tail wagging a million miles an hour. And Tatty - love, love, love the "naughty" ones always. And that Cockapoo! Oh, my heart! And Ollie . . . can you tell I love dogs??????

[@maryatkinson5126]

It's how humans learn too - well done, praise, bit of a treat, approval and they think oh, good, got it right.

[@fulanichild3138]

One of the best parts of this is how tightly organized the event is. I have been to countless events (not dog shows but all kinds of other events) where there are long waits between performances, and people don't know the order in which they are competing or performing, and things are disorganized and confusing. Ugh! To think that you could organize people and animals and commentators this tightly is quite amazing. Well done, Crufts!

[@natasharostova5859]

The trust and the love in these dogs' hearts... rescues rock!

[@santiastuti9952]

The first dog is my animal spirit🥰🥰🥰

[@cydkriletich6538]

I don’t know how I was lucky enough to have the YT algorithm recommend this channel, but I’m so glad it did! Not only is it absolutely delightful to watch these doggos having a blast, but knowing this is an event specifically for rescued dogs really warms my heart. Thank you to all who created, sponsored, and support this event for these adorable pups, and thanks, too, to those of you who upload the videos for our enjoyment. 💙🐶

[@annettefournier9655]

This made me so happy. I smiled the whole time. Dogs make our lives so much better and bearable.

[@loslobos5481]

These pups are having a blast. So fun to watch. Makes me so happy to see rescues getting the love and attention they deserve.

[@carolemuenzer5490]

I wonder if the person that gave up the dog ever sees these, that would be a bitter sweet moment

[@MayimHastings]

Just thinking about a person somewhere up there trying to keep the spotlight on the zooming dogs is so funny! Love when you can see the joy in the dogs 🐩

[@susanarossini9326]

What a show !!! Seeing Ollie again = cherry on top !!!!!

[@alphanimtheskykid]

This year, Kratu usually steals the show at Crufts 2020. You know when Kratu steals the pole from the pole fence.

[@jackalopejane2021]

Even though I am a confirmed cat person, I love watching these Crufts dog shows! Thank you for putting them on KZbin. Crafts has been added to my favorite channels list.

[@dostagirl9551]

I love when the tiny ones do the course. It’s just so adorable to see them do those bitty hurdles.

[@FacheChanteDeux]

I prefer the dogs who mess up, they are hilarious and adorable.

[@issnake1109]

I find the dogs that are going top speed, trying their hardest and happiest, and then sprint full tilt towards the wrong obstacle to be the funniest. It’s adorable, I agree

[@eksophia]

For demonstrating how to have fun and love life: 20/10 for all, no competition!

[@Doge-li8nt]

At least they enjoyed them selves 😊🐶

[@roguishpaladin]

22:35 is the look of a dog thinking to himself, "I've got to look good on camera...I've got 12 million views on KZbin!"

[@nopandakit8051]

This is the best dog show/exhibition around! Love the "competition" with a sense of humor and fun. Yogi is my favorite. Greeting everyone! No one was left out.

[@danielledewitt1]

Olly is my favourite.

[@athenastewart9167]

You can tell the announcer loves dogs.

[@amoures6841]

Thanks Crufts, for putting a smile on my face today.The dogs are having a great time!♥

[@zarahofshiloh7537]

Absolutely love the first dog. Who cares about competition, it is all about fun! He was so cute and adorable and seems to be so happy. I am glad he is a rescue. One of our 2 we have now is a rescue. We have had him for over five years. He isn't perfect, none of us are, but he loves us and is very loyal. We taught him to fetch ball and Frisbee.

[@calonstanni]

This is so much fun!!!! I love it when rescue dogs are showcased and appreciated .

[@DS-ky9dl]

I LOVE how Sooty was so careful!

[@amazinggrace5692]

“Oh dear, its Olly” ... I can relate, Olly; you do you good boy. Much love and thanks for this posting! 💕🐝

[@BunnyNevermore]

i couldn't stop smiling while watching these doggos having a great time!

[@aliyahsakeena]

“Remember this is not a competition it is a demonstration” 😭😭

[@paularobles5441]

That pom was the cutest thing I've ever seen

[@chucrutecomfarofa]

this is so admirable, I can't keep the smile off of my face!

[@jaeh8556]

My heart goes out to all the trainers and handlers.real passion and care.this is the most entertaining class.i like the dogs just having fun with tongue hanging out or barking with joy

[@sherylmyers8740]

This is so fun! And what a wonderful way of highlighting rescue dogs who have much to give a loving family. Thank you for ALL the rescue organizations, their staff and their fosters. 👏👏👏♥️♥️♥️

[@jessa.4529]

recuse dog does horribly voiceover dude: he's a star!

[@TheZoowho1]

That was Ollie a couple of years ago he was so funny I mean really funny.... He is a star because of that year . 🌪️🌪️🌪️

[@TheZoowho1]

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[@E_l_l_i_e]

Ollie IS A STAR. his first Crufts appearance became viral.

[@annieinwonderland]

@@TheZoowho1 he is now really good at agility.

[@JAAB9296]

Love that they were rescue doggies. Cute, very cute.

[@nicoledeemerrill3476]

❤❤❤I love when he said IT'S NOT A COMPETITION JUST WANT THEM TO HAVE FUN❤❤❤

[@dinallesi]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ismaelchavez6509]

A super enjoyable program because every effort deserves some applause, it doesn't matter if the result is questionable, they're just dogs, man's best friend

[@Sandy33569]

I love that these dogs are being given a chance to do such a fun sport like Agility. My dog is from a reputable breeder, but many classmates and students where I attend classes also include "rescue" dogs. I've seen some come in fearful and then their confidence goes up over time after that initial bump and struggle at the beginning.

[@erinonfire1264]

The dogs all look like their having the time of their lives!!! So cute!!

[@missvisi]

every year I look forward to see the rescues Agility dogs. Thanks so much

[@InfiniteTriztan1111]

I love them all,so cute, my favorites are the first dog..he's so funny just laying on the edge of tunnel instead of continuing to run, and the chocolate dog that lost focus is so funny..she was more focused on greeting people around than finishing the game haha..,also the chubby rottweiler,my gosh,he's so cute,just took his time,no need to rush esp when he climbed down the slide :D.

[@aninditabanerjee2420]

Olly is such a star. Bless his happy heart.

[@ollyschannel2535]

I had lots of fun!

[@K-00-0x]

You did amazing I had been rooting for you the whole time ^-^

[@Cpr1234]

if rescue dog agility had its own best in show you'd win every year

[@kryptonitesavva6173]

We love Olly ❤️

[@ztir6924]

OMG! Love the happy faces of these dogs especially those who do just whatever they want to do. They are having a lot of fun! 😁🤣

[@libertyblueskyes2564]

We love it when the underdog comes out on top.

[@zarahofshiloh7537]

I had no idea they did rescue agility. My all time favorite video I have ever seen of agility. These dogs know what it is really about; joy. Completely delightful to watch!

[@wildthing3853]

This is the best competition ever; all of them are winners! Best idea ever to present rescue dogs having fun in this big show. My heart is melting away! Thanks.

[@aahhsplat]

That 1st dog is so cute - just's wants to play his and seek

[@amydavis4945]

This was just so fun to watch. All of these beautiful pooches having the time of their lives.

[@Rosa-mb5yp]

Kudos to all the people who care for these wonderful dogs!

[@voilettoiletpaper215]

My yorkie named Charlie died last year and I did agility with him. We now have a new yorkie named bengi and he is nearly 6 months. When he is 18 months ima start doing tiny jumps with him. Right now I’m teaching him left right sit and stay just simple commands. He knows the tunnel very good and he is only walking and running over poles on the ground since he isn’t allowed to jump or stuff the that. It would really help for tips on training since it’s only my second time doing it

[@phantom_flame]

Good luck! Agility is really a fun thing to do, and I'm sure you and Bengie will have a lot of fun😂 I can't really give you any advices, but you could maybe look for some videos where they show what kind of things you can teach a young dog that will be helpful when you wanna do agility later 🤔 I might check out some as well since I'm getting a Border Collie puppy in 2 weeks, and I wanna do agility later. I've been doing agillty with my dog since I'm about 8 years old (I'm 15 now), but my dog was older than a year already (my dog will be 10 years old next month) so I didn't have to wait for her to be old enough😂

[@voilettoiletpaper215]

Thanks and I’ve been searching up stuff and taking him to my friends mum to train him for me a bit since she dose agility 😄 and good luck with your puppy as well ! (Sorry this took a while to reply since I’m always busy since I have horses,dogs,fish,cat and lots more)

[@voilettoiletpaper215]

Yes, he is now going threw weaves but I started of with him doing 3 weave poles just so he don’t get confused and I’m just going to keep work on the weaves since I find them the hardest to teach but he is getting there. And our vet said he is in his right size and stuff so I can start making him go over hurdles but mostly ground level he goes over them so good and now he just jumps them with out me asking him to, so he is enjoying it and is it ok if I don’t give him treats I just give him his toy since I want him to think it’s a game. And I don’t want him to do it for a treat

[@mysterious-mystical]

What I love about the crufts rescue agility is the dogs can do as we please there's no scores and it's just for fun and I love that but I also love the compition ones to

[@marrietrueman3080]

love them all and their trainers

[@lindafurr2404]

Ollie is my favorite! He runs to the beat of his own drum!

[@TT-ch2pz]

I love watching dogs having fun.