Agility competitors spanned 74 breeds and varieties and included 15 mixed-breed hopefuls. (Timothy A. Clary / AFP/Getty Images)
A golden retriever competes in the agility ring. (Timothy A. Clary / AFP/Getty Images)
In the agility contest’s second year, the number of competitors grew more than 45%, though the club raised the bar for qualifying. (Timothy A. Clary / AFP/Getty Images)
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The agility ring is a fast-growing element of the nation’s premiere canine show. (Timothy A. Clary / AFP/Getty Images)
Sadie, a cocker spaniel, competes in the agility ring. (Mary Altaffer / Associated Press)
A dog competes in the agility ring. (Timothy A. Clary / AFP/Getty Images)