Channel Method - The weave poles are offset creating a channel down the middle for the dog to follow. The channel begins wide and is slowly narrowed until the poles are in a straight line. Stick in the ground weave poles can be used for this or you can buy channel pole sets.

V Method - The weave poles are set in a straight line at an angle to the ground with the first pole tipping left, the second tipping right, ect. The poles are slowly moved into the upright position. Stick in the ground weave poles can be used or Weave-A-Matics can be purchased.  

Wire Method - Wires or cages are placed on the weave poles to create a path through the poles for the dog to follow.  The wires are placed at shoulder height to prevent the dog from stepping over or going under.

Lure Method - Food or toys are used to lure the dog around each pole. 

Push and Pull Method - For onside weaving, the dog is pushed into the first opening with the handler's left hand while the right hand lures the dog (with food or toys) back around the second pole toward the handler. This push/pull action continues through the remaining poles. For offside weaving, reverse the hands.

Step in Step Out Method - Control the dogs movement into and out of the weave openings by stepping sideways toward the dog to push him into the opening and then step away to allow him to come back toward you. Continue the movement through the length of the weave poles.