United States Dog Agility Association

10/22/2026

What do you get when you team up a rescue nicknamed “the Kraken” with a spunky Miniature Schnauzer? The Sonoran Dogs, of course! 🌵

Meet Jill & Charlie and Gail & Kweeva, two Tucson teams running on home turf at Cynosport this November. Charlie spent a few years doing zoomies his own way before becoming a Steeplechase finalist, and Gail’s life outside the ring involves petroglyphs and archaeology (yes, really!).

Get to know this dynamic duo of duos:
https://www.usdaa.com/news/local-roots-lasting-bonds.cfm

10/18/2026

The Oct OVERview is your guide to Cynosport in Tucson, Nov 11–15: schedule, judges, local stars, and big news: TWO Cynosports in 2027!

Read the magazine today! https://www.usdaa.com/news/overview-digital-magazine-october-2026.cfm

10/15/2026

📣 We are pleased to announce our 2027 Tournament Season rules!

Meet the minimum eligiblity requirements once, and you can enter Cynosport East, Cynosport West, or both!

Byes are single use. Planning to attend both Cynosports, you will need to earn separate Byes for automatic advancement at each event.

Read the full 2027 Tournament Season Rules:

10/15/2026

The Tucson Dog magazine did a great story about USDAA, Cynosport and some strays, rescues and foster dogs competing at the highest levels of the sport. Check it out!

Story by Heather McShea Photos provided by USDAA® When most people hear “dog championship,” they might picture perfectly groomed dogs circling a show ring, waiting for a judge to decide which one is the best. Agility is a very different kind of competition. There are jumps, tunnels, weave poles...

10/13/2026

Five Reasons You Should Deck the Crates at Cynosport -- It's fun! Make your dog happier! Earn bragging rights! And more! Read here: https://www.usdaa.com/news/five-reasons-you-should-deck-the-crates-at-cynosport.cfm

Photos: 2025 crate contest winner: "Judges Choice"
Woodside/Bowman Whitfield: "Agility skeletons ... you are never too old for agility"; 2024 crate contest winner: "Joy in the Journey"
Renee Culpepper and Alicia Bennett from Louisiana celebrated their Louisiana roots and journey.

10/12/2026

What Makes a Great Agility Photo? How Do I Pick the Best Photos of My Dog?
GreatDanePhotos will be back as the official photographer for the 2026 USDAA Cynosport® World Games, photographing competitors throughout the event and making photos available for purchase both onsite and online. Read more:
https://www.usdaa.com/news/greatdanephotos-returns-to-photograph-cynosport.cfm

Photo: Amy Johnson, GreatDanePhotos owner

10/09/2026

The official USDAA 40th anniversary merchandise is here — and it’s time to celebrate dog agility in style! Whether you’re competing, volunteering, cheering or just showing off your USDAA pride, there’s something for everyone. Shop here: https://gotmerch.chipply.com/USDAACynosport

10/07/2026

Monday, October 26 is the last day you can register for our 40th Anniversary Dinner – Sponsored by Rescue Dog Wines. This an event not to be missed!

Find out more information:

https://www.usdaa.com/news/last-call-for-cynosport-40th-anniversary-dinner-reservations.cfm

10/06/2026

CHRIS BREW: When Chris Brew feeds her Pumis Pro Plan, she knows they’ll thrive. See their full story at PurinaProClub.com/pro-stories
https://tinyurl.com/yjxepbtz

10/01/2026

⏰ Reminder: Applications for the IFCS USA World Team are due November 4!

This is the chance to showcase your hard work and dedicated teamwork to the rest of the world. Get a head start by putting together your YouTube playlist now.

🇺🇸 Apply today: https://forms.gle/fJ8fyBL6UtpPRhTNA