Bad Dog Agility Podcast

In this episode (28:41) In this podcast, we talk to repeat 20″ National Agility Champion Sarah Baker about her recent win. We touch on mental management during the event, running contacts, and choice analysis. Mentioned Side by Side: Hops vs Gitchi Choice Analysis: 2016 AKC NAC Finals Jump #18 Visualization and Mental Preparation Episode 32: Improving Your Mental Game for Big Events

In this episode (35:54) In this podcast, we announce the launch of our new website dedicated to sport reporting for dog agility. We discuss our thoughts, plans, and hopes for this new site. Mentioned Dog Agility NOW – a new website for news, statistics, and results

In this episode (35:54) In this podcast, we talk about one change you can make in your practice to help you handle smoothly and efficiently. Mentioned The Before & After Video Series!

In this episode (52:00) In this podcast, we talk about dealing with personal disappointment, other people’s disappointment, and how to build an environment where failure doesn’t rob you of joy. Mentioned How to Develop Mentally Tough Young Athletes How Your Mindset Affects Your Agility Performance

In this episode (1:36:17) In this podcast, we share our experience at Westminster and discuss the results as well as the courses, broadcast, method for determining the grand champion, and more. Mentioned Note: We mentioned that this event was random draw. That is incorrect, it is first received. However, since it fills on day 1, it ends up being a random draw of the entries that are received on da...

In this episode (14:27) In this podcast, Sarah applies the concept of debugging to dog agility.

In this episode (22:14) In this podcast, we discuss strategies for dealing with over-arousal. Mentioned See the Show Notes page for an example "inverted U" graph. http://baddogagility.com/episode-121-dealing-with-over-arousal-in-dog-agility/

In this episode (23:16) In this podcast, we look back at the 2015 power 60 rankings, Esteban’s broken toe, and get ready for 2016. Mentioned The Bad Dog Agility Power 60 for 2015 The Bad Dog Agility Preferred Power 60 for 2015 Episode 44: Dog Agility Dreams & Goals The 2016 AKC Nationals Prep Course is now OPEN for registration. Train with us online! Registration closes January 25th.

In this episode (31:23) This is the fourth and final podcast in our series on “Three Aspects of Agility Training”. In this podcast, we talk about handling; choosing the right handling, evaluating your handling, and effectively training your dog to respond to your handling. Mentioned Episode 115: Three Aspects of Agility Training Episode 117: Drive for Agility (Three Aspects of Agility Training Par...

In this episode (44:00) This is the third podcast in our series on “Three Aspects of Agility Training”. In this podcast, we talk about individual obstacle performance and what kinds of challenges you need to address in training to give yourself the most handling options. Mentioned Episode 115: Three Aspects of Agility Training Episode 117: Drive for Agility (Three Aspects of Agility Training Part...

In this episode (50:33) This is the second podcast in our series on “Three Aspects of Agility Training”. In this podcast, we talk all about drive in the context of your agility performance. We define drive, discuss how you can build it, and explain the mistakes to avoid that will reduce your dog’s drive for dog agility. Mentioned Episode 115: Three Aspects of Agility Training Episode 77: The Secre...

In this episode (37:36) In this podcast, we talk to Shape Up Agility’s Justine Davenport and reigning EO Large Dog Champion Jessica Patterson. We discuss their recent success as well as their growing influence in handling both in Canada and throughout the world. (Editor’s Note: I kept losing track of which voice was Justine and which voice was Jessica. Here’s my cheat sheet: Justine has a lower vo...

In this episode (24:58) In this podcast, we discuss how the sport of dog agility involves much more than just handling. This is the first in a series of four podcasts targeting beginner agility handlers (and the instructors who coach them). Mentioned Our previous podcast: Episode 63: A Newcomer’s Guide to Handling Systems

In this episode (21:33) In this podcast, 2015 FCI Agility World Champion Pavol Vakonič shares his thoughts on training with his wife, his dogs, and his mental focus before his gold and silver medal runs. Mentioned Overlay video of Fiona and Ikea: Agility , and Jumping 2015 Agility World Championships Results and Course Maps

In this episode (23:16) In this podcast we discuss the results of the 2015 FCI Agility World Championship as well as our own thoughts and impressions of the event. Mentioned 2015 Agility World Championships Results and Course Maps Fantastic Record of FCI Medalists from Past Years Medal Count by Country Slovenia: 8 Switzerland: 7 Italy: 6 Czech Republic: 5 Slovakia: 5 Sweden: 4 France: 3 Germany: 3...

In this episode (21:16) In this podcast we discuss why it’s important to move on to the next part of the course as soon as your dog is committed to an obstacle. Mentioned 2015 Agility World Championships Order the Livestream Episode 70: Five Tips for For Watching the FCI Agility World Championship

In this episode (20:24) Have you been told you have a ring-wise dog? In this podcast we discuss why we believe that most dogs labelled “ring-wise” actually aren’t, and why this is a very good things for agility competitors.

In this episode (44:17) Howard Boyle returns to the podcast after two international trips; first to the Moravia Open in the Czech Republic and then to the Canadian Classic. Mentioned Our previous podcast with Howard:  Episode 102: International Man of Mystery Howard Boyle The Moravia Open The Canadian Classic  

In this episode (22:49) In this podcast, we discuss the role that theory and intuition play in agility training and handling. Mentioned Episode 63: A Newcomer’s Guide to Handling Systems Episode 41: Janita, Jaakko and the One Mind System  

In this episode (21:34) In this podcast, we discuss how to figure out the fastest path when presented a choice on course and how to improve this analytical skill. Mentioned Course Analysis: Comparison of Dog Paths in Agility What Would 0.33 Seconds Mean to You? 2014 AKC NAC Round 1 Wrap Choice – Pace vs Gitchi  

In this episode (19:50) In this podcast, we discuss why the teeter is such a difficult obstacle for some dogs and some ways (including our favorite!) of training this obstacle. Mentioned Visit the Show Notes page to see a video of the Venture during his TipAssist training. The TipAssist was developed by  Lynne Stephens of Doglogic Canine Education of Statesville, NC  and manufactured by  Emmco Spo...

In this episode (23:59) In this podcast, we discuss how thinking about dog agility in terms of your system vs your talent can help improve your performances. Mentioned Our post:  When do Agility Dogs Peak?  

In this episode (32:00) We discuss how entitlement can affect our training and negatively impact the team selection process for international events.  

In this episode (18:35) We discuss how challenging your dog can actually build understanding and confidence, which turn to speed and drive. Mentioned The Bad Dog Agility Academy VIP Program  

In this episode (26:28) We’re joined this week by Brittany Schaezler for a discussion on some of the common (and not so common) mistakes we’ve seen our inexperienced dogs make as they begin competing. Add these items to your list of proofing and training and you’ll have a few less mistakes to worry about with your next Novice dog! Mentioned Our Previous Podcast:  Episode 60: Preparing for Your Nov...