Dogs put through their paces at agility festival

Dog jumping through hoopImage source, The Kennel Club
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Hundreds of dogs took part in competitions over four days

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More than 2,500 athletic canines were put through their paces at the world's largest dog agility festival.

The Kennel Club International Agility Festival drew to a close on Sunday after running for four days at Rutland Showground in Oakham.

Animals from nine countries were tested for their balance, jumping ability and manoeuvring skills, with 18 rings hosting 250 competitions.

The event, streamed live on YouTube, also gave competitors and their dogs the opportunity to qualify for Crufts in March.

Dog on agility course in Rutland ShowgroundImage source, The Kennel Club
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The event was hosted at Rutland Showground in Oakham

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The entrants were put through their paces on a variety of obstacles

Dog running through gaps in poles in agility testImage source, The Kennel Club
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Athletic canines were tested across a range of courses to see who came out as top dog

Dog jumping over hurdle in agility testImage source, The Kennel Club
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The event was streamed live on YouTube

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