Two types of tunnels can be found on an Agility course. Pipe, or rigid tunnels can be formed to make various shapes that the dogs run through. The Chute, or collapsed tunnel is made up of two parts. The entry portion is made of a rigid barrel on which a chute of material is attached. The overall length of the chute tunnel is 12' to 15'.
Dogs enter the barrel and burrow their way through the chute material to emerge on the other side.
This is a crowd favorite when the little dogs go through. Tunnels are also considered a favorite obstacle by most dogs. The Pause Table is a place to stop and take a break from the action. The top is a 3' x 3' square, that sits on a stand that it is adjusted to the various jump heights. The mount, and dogs pause on this table for a count of 5 seconds before proceeding on to the next obstacle.