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Dog life jacket picks for active dogs: fit advice, UK prices and sensible choices for boats, paddleboards, beach days and weak swimmers.
Flyball is the world's fastest team sport on four legs. Teams of four dogs race side by side over a line of jumps, hit a spring-loaded box that fires a tennis ball, then sprint back so the next dog can go. First team across the finish line wins. It is loud, fast, and ridiculously fun for dogs and handlers alike.

Flyball is a relay race for dogs. Two teams race side by side. Each dog jumps four hurdles, presses a flyball box to release a tennis ball, catches the ball, then races back so the next dog can go. The fastest team to get all four dogs home without a fault wins.
In the UK, flyball is usually run by clubs and teams that train together, enter tournaments, and build safe foundations before asking dogs to race at full speed.
Read the full beginner guide: What is Flyball?
Flyball is fast, noisy, and ridiculously fun! But it can look a bit confusing at first. These guides walk you through the basics, from race format and rules to training and gear.
New to flyball? Search for clubs and teams near you, then ask about beginner training sessions before you start racing.
Keep dogs, handlers, training plans and event details in one place, whether your club is across town or across the world.
Keep rosters, dog details and handler notes tidy without another spreadsheet
Plan sessions, track attendance and keep everyone clear on what is next
Give captains and members one reliable place for the details that matter
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Everything you need to know to get started with the fastest dog sport around
Flyball is a fast-paced relay race for dogs. Teams of four dogs race side-by-side over a 51-foot course, jumping four hurdles, triggering a spring-loaded box to release a tennis ball, then returning over the hurdles with the ball. The fastest team wins. It's one of the most exciting dog sports, with races often completed in under 20 seconds. Any dog that can catch a ball and jump can participate, making it accessible to mixed breeds and rescue dogs alongside purebreds.
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