Behavioural Profile of Agility Dogs Using the Mini‐CBARQ in Santiago de Chile

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Objectives: To evaluate behavioural traits and overall well‐being in agility dogs in Chile using a standardised questionnaire and to explore how agility participation relates to behaviour patterns such as attachment, trainability and anxiety.

Methods: A cross‐sectional pilot survey of 10 dog guardians participating in agility competitions in Santiago, Chile, was conducted. Inclusion criteria required adult guardians and clinically healthy dogs aged 1–8 years with recent veterinary examinations. Behavioural assessment was performed using the Mini‐CBARQ, covering aggression, fear, attachment and trainability. Data were analysed descriptively, and associations between traits were explored using Spearman correlations.

Results: A distinct behavioural profile was observed. High levels of attachment and attention‐seeking behaviours (72.5%) and trainability (70.8%) were observed. Low levels of aggression (9.8%) and separation‐related behaviours (8.3%) were reported overall. A positive correlation was identified between excitability and separation‐related behaviours, suggesting that more excitable dogs may be more prone to separation difficulties. Most dogs were Border Collies (90%) with a mean age of 4.05 years.

Clinical Significance: Agility participation is associated with strong dog‐handler bonding and high trainability, which may support obedience and performance in clinical and behavioural contexts. However, increased attachment and excitability may predispose some dogs to separation‐related issues, highlighting the need for balanced behavioural management and routine welfare monitoring in active canine patients.

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@article{torres2026behavioural,
  title = {{Behavioural Profile of Agility Dogs Using the Mini‐CBARQ in Santiago de Chile}},
  author = {Sofia Torres and Paola Mujica and Hernan Cañon Jones},
  journal = {Veterinary Medicine International},
  year = {2026},
  month = nov,
  doi = {10.1155/vmi/4712339},
  url = {https://doi.org/10.1155/vmi/4712339},
  note = {CC BY 4.0},
}

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TY  - JOUR
TI  - Behavioural Profile of Agility Dogs Using the Mini‐CBARQ in Santiago de Chile
AU  - Sofia Torres
AU  - Paola Mujica
AU  - Hernan Cañon Jones
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2026/11/01
JO  - Veterinary Medicine International
DO  - 10.1155/vmi/4712339
UR  - https://doi.org/10.1155/vmi/4712339
AB  - Objectives: To evaluate behavioural traits and overall well‐being in agility dogs in Chile using a standardised questionnaire and to explore how agility participation relates to behaviour patterns such as attachment, trainability and anxiety.  Methods: A cross‐sectional pilot survey of 10 dog guardians participating in agility competitions in Santiago, Chile, was conducted. Inclusion criteria required adult guardians and clinically healthy dogs aged 1–8 years with recent veterinary examinations. Behavioural assessment was performed using the Mini‐CBARQ, covering aggression, fear, attachment and trainability. Data were analysed descriptively, and associations between traits were explored using Spearman correlations.  Results: A distinct behavioural profile was observed. High levels of attachment and attention‐seeking behaviours (72.5%) and trainability (70.8%) were observed. Low levels of aggression (9.8%) and separation‐related behaviours (8.3%) were reported overall. A positive correlation was identified between excitability and separation‐related behaviours, suggesting that more excitable dogs may be more prone to separation difficulties. Most dogs were Border Collies (90%) with a mean age of 4.05 years.  Clinical Significance: Agility participation is associated with strong dog‐handler bonding and high trainability, which may support obedience and performance in clinical and behavioural contexts. However, increased attachment and excitability may predispose some dogs to separation‐related issues, highlighting the need for balanced behavioural management and routine welfare monitoring in active canine patients.
SN  - 2090-8113
SN  - 2042-0048
ER  -

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