Hoopers Together

An organisation created by four Scottish clubs:

What is Canine Hoopers?

Hoopers is a low impact dog sport, suitable for dogs of all shapes, sizes, ages and abilities.

Dogs and handlers work together in partnership around a set course of obstacles – hoops, barrels, chutes, gates and contact mats.

The aim is for the handler to move as little as possible while guiding their dog around the course.

A black and white collie-type dog running through a hoop on grass A small terrier leaping out of a purple and yellow striped tunnel

Low impact

Dogs run through hoops and chutes, over flat contact mats, past gates and around barrels, in a safe and enclosed ring.

Distance handling

Handlers progress to move very little and direct their dog around the course from a handling/Skill area.

This sport suits people of all levels of fitness and mobility.

Fun and friendly

A supportive and encouraging environment, where all dogs are capable of success.

A sable and white Sheltie running through a hoop on a grass course laid out with colourful hoops