Bad Dog Agility Podcast
347 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 129 ratingsDog agility training tips and discussions. We often interview agility instructors and competitors as well.
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Episode 47: Addressing Bar Knocking in Practice
February 05, 2014 20:14 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MBIn this episode (15:50) In this episode we discuss how we address bar knocking in practice. Mentioned Justine Davenport’s Handling Foundations Ways to Listen Subscribe to the podcast on your iPhone or iPad. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Download the MP3 File Here
Episode 46: Expanding Your Comfort Zone
January 27, 2014 20:09 - 11 minutes - 11 MBIn this episode (11:58) In this episode we discuss how to expand your comfort zone by using your practice time effectively. Mentioned Our 2014 AKC National Agility Championship Prep Course Lee Gibson LiveStream Workshop Our Free Webinar “How to Analyze Your Agility Runs with the Coach’s Eye” Ways to Listen Subscribe to the podcast on Click here to read the full article →
Episode 45: Patterning in Dog Agility Training
January 21, 2014 17:53 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBIn this episode (19:05) In this episode we discuss how patterning both hurts and helps your dog agility training. Mentioned Silvia Trkman’s Foundation Video Ways to Listen Subscribe to the podcast on your iPhone or iPad. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Download the MP3 File Here
Episode 44: Dog Agility Dreams & Goals
January 14, 2014 15:00 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBIn this episode (12:41) In this podcast we discuss the difference between a dream and a goal and introduce an easy 3 step process for setting your dog agility goals. Mentioned Our previous post: Achieve Your Dog Agility Goals in 2014 Ways to Listen Subscribe to the podcast on your iPhone or iPad. Subscribe to Click here to read the full article →
Episode 43: Susan Garrett Interview on Positive Training and Handling Systems
December 11, 2013 16:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBIn this episode (30:12) Susan Garrett joins the podcast to discuss positive dog training, her recent adjustments to her own system of handling, and her upcoming projects. In typical Susan Garrett fashion, she pushed us outside of our comfort zone and requested a video interview! You can listen to the podcast or watch the video. Click here to read the full article →
Episode 42: The Internet, Dog Agility, and You
August 30, 2013 21:07 - 36 minutes - 33 MBIn this episode (36:01) In this podcast we discuss how to use social media and the internet to improve your dog agility. Mentioned Our Previous Podcast on Online Agility Classes Our Previous Podcast on Using a Camcorder in Training Dog Agility Blogger Action Day (the next one is next week!) How to ensure Facebook notifies Click here to read the full article →
Episode 41: Janita, Jaakko and the One Mind System
August 23, 2013 14:00 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBIn this episode (50:40) Janita Leinonen and Jaakko Suoknuuti join the podcast to talk about the One Mind agility handling system. In addition to being the originator of the system, Janita just returned from winning large dog individual gold at the 2013 European Open. Mentioned Janita’s Winning run at the 2013 European Open One Mind Click here to read the full article →
Episode 40: Interview with Michael Ellis on Tugging – Part 2
July 17, 2013 17:45 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBIn this episode (24:25) This is a continuation of our interview with Michael Ellis. Click Here for Part 1. We discuss common tugging problems as well as how to adjust your tug training when working with a young puppy. Mentioned Michael Ellis on Facebook Michael’s Training School Loups du Soleil Michael Ellis DVDs from Clean Click here to read the full article →
Episode 39: Interview with Michael Ellis on Tugging – Part 1
July 09, 2013 16:43 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBIn this episode (34:08) Schutzhund trainers are experts in teaching dogs to tug, and special guest Michael Ellis is an expert among experts. We discuss drive and motivation along with several common problems with tug training. This is part 1; part 2 is available here. Mentioned Michael Ellis on Facebook Michael’s Training School Loups du Click here to read the full article →
Episode 38: Tips for Retraining Your Agility Dog
June 28, 2013 19:23 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBIn this episode (21:22) We discuss the effect reinforcement history has when changing handling systems, contact performance, start line stays, and more. Mentioned Our podcast on retraining your start line stay Ways to Listen Subscribe to the podcast on your iPhone or iPad. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Download the MP3 File Here Sponsor Click here to read the full article →
Episode 37: Constructive Criticism vs Demonization
June 05, 2013 05:08 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBIn this episode (42:14) Suzanne Clothier joins the podcast to discuss her blog article “When Sport Becomes Abuse” and the dog agility video that inspired her writing. Mentioned The AKC’s Canine Sport Initiative – “Sports-related injuries in dogs are an emerging field of study, and CHF is committed to being on the forefront, providing grants Click here to read the full article →
Episode 36: The 2013 EO and AWC USA Teams
May 31, 2013 17:07 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBIn this episode (39:39) Special guests Nancy Gyes, AKC EO Team Coach, and Carrie DeYoung, AKC Director of Agility discuss the recently announced 2013 European Open US Team, and the 2013 FCI World Agility US Team. Mentioned 2013 European Open 2013 FCI Agility World Championship 2013 International Teams AKC page USA World Agility Team Facebook Click here to read the full article →
Episode 35: Alternative Medicine for Agility Dogs
April 25, 2013 19:38 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBIn this episode (26:29) Dr. Brittany Schaezler and Dr. Jacqueline A. Doval join us to talk about alternative medicine for canine athletes. We discuss massage, laser therapy, canine acupuncture and canine chiropractic as tools we can use to keep our dogs healthy and running at their best. Mentioned Dr Brittany Schaezler and AgilityVet.com American Veterinary Click here to read the full article →
Episode 34: Retraining Your Start Line Stay in Dog Agility
April 16, 2013 20:55 - 30 minutes - 28 MBIn this episode (30:34) Do you have a broken start line stay? We discuss two retraining methods, plus our thoughts on how to prevent start line problems. Mentioned our previous podcast on start lines our series of articles on start line training Ways to Listen Subscribe to the podcast on your iPhone or iPad. Subscribe Click here to read the full article →
Episode 33: 2013 AKC National Agility Championship Wrap-Up
March 22, 2013 16:41 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this episode (42:40) We break down the results of the 2013 AKC National Agility Championship and talk about your favorite dogs and handlers. Mentioned The 2013 AKC National Agility Championship in Tulsa, Ok The courses and results. Video on Demand by Agility Vision. Our Coach’s Eye video analysis of Pace vs Solar in the Click here to read the full article →
Episode 32: Improving Your Mental Game for Big Events
March 12, 2013 22:38 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBIn this episode (29:34) We discuss how to separate your pre-run preparation into a “routine phase” and a “focus phase” in order to improve your performance at big events. Mentioned The 2013 AKC National Agility Championship in Tulsa, Ok Watch the AKC NAC Finals live at Agility Vision. The finals are free (sponsored by the Click here to read the full article →
Episode 31: How Does Internationalization Impact Dog Agility?
March 06, 2013 06:17 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBWays to Listen Subscribe to the podcast on your iPhone or iPad. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Download the MP3 File Here In this episode (30:45) Director of AKC Agility Carrie DeYoung joins us as we discuss the concept of internationalization as it applies to dog agility. Mentioned This podcast is part of Dog Click here to read the full article →
Episode 30: Analyzing Mistakes and a Look at Systems
February 20, 2013 18:05 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBWays to Listen Subscribe to the podcast on your iPhone or iPad. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Download the MP3 File Here In this episode (31:06) We discuss how to identify and fix errors in your execution, gaps in your dog’s understanding, and flaws in your own system of handling. Mentioned We have been Click here to read the full article →
Episode 29: 2013 AKC National Agility Championship Preview
February 08, 2013 02:54 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBIn this episode (46:23) We crunched the numbers for every single dog entered in the upcoming AKC National Agility Championship. Data comes from the qualifying period for this event (12/1/2011 – 11/30/2012) and reveals several interesting trends discussed in the podcast. Don’t miss our wrap-up where we break down the results and discuss your favorite Click here to read the full article →
Episode 28: Training with Toys
January 31, 2013 18:30 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBIn this episode (27:05) We discuss training with toys in agility. Is your toy a lure, a reward, or a distraction? Mentioned Best in Show and the ridiculously funny Busy Bee scene. Episode 10: Training with Food; Training with a Clicker Agility Right from the Start photo by: Ellen Levy Finch Sponsor AdvoAgility AdvoAgility specializes Click here to read the full article →
Episode 27: “Off Breed” Dogs in Agility
January 23, 2013 14:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBIn this episode (32:13) What does it mean to compete with an “off breed” dog in agility? And why do we even make the distinction? Mentioned September 2012 Dog Agility Blogger Action Day What makes a good coach/instructor? Episode 14: Agility Instructors, They’re G-r-r-reat! Our Rottweiler Sammie running in the Challenge Round at AKC Nationals. Click here to read the full article →
Episode 26: Eight Methods to Get Rid of Unwanted Behavior
January 16, 2013 01:30 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBIn this episode (31:18) In her book “Don’t Shoot the Dog”, Karen Pryor shares eight methods that you can use to get rid of unwanted behavior. We talk through these eight methods and how they might be used to address agility related problems. Mentioned Don’t Shoot the Dog!: The New Art of Teaching and Training Click here to read the full article →
Episode 25: Secrets to Super Agility Performance – Part 2
December 14, 2012 21:17 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBIn this episode (29:12) This is a continuation of our discussion about how you can analyze key areas of your training to help improve how easily and quickly your dog learns. In part 1, we discussed the effect of good timing and defining clear criteria. In this podcast, we discuss the effect of the rate Click here to read the full article →
Episode 24: Interview with Silvia Trkman
November 20, 2012 04:49 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBIn this episode (27:56) We talk to Silvia Trkman about Running Contacts, creating and maintaining speed, and dog training in general. Mentioned Silvia Trkman’s Online Classes at LoLaBu Land Experience Running Contacts that Make you Smile! – a new DVD by Silvia available for instant purchase and download Sponsor AdvoAgility AdvoAgility specializes in health and Click here to read the full article →
Episode 23: Interview with 2013 FCI South African Organizing Committee
November 06, 2012 20:28 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBIn this episode (29:39) We talk to South African Organizing Committee members Gaby Grohovaz and Richard Wright about the 2013 FCI World Agility Championship. We discuss the venue, surface, and equipment as well as quarantine issues and import requirements. Mentioned Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for the 2013 FCI World Agility Championship in South Africa 2013 Click here to read the full article →
Episode 22: Secrets to Super Agility Performance – Part 1
October 31, 2012 03:36 - 27 minutes - 25 MBIn this episode (27:18) Regardless of handling system, contact method, or jumping program, improving your timing of reinforcement and defining clear criteria can help you troubleshoot problems in your performance. We discuss several of the more common issues in agility, including dropped bars, contact obstacle performance, dogs that slow down, and handler focused dogs. Mentioned Click here to read the full article →
Episode 21: Day 4 Wrap-Up of the FCI WAC
October 08, 2012 18:30 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBIn this episode (35:40) A quick un-edited podcast wrap-up of day 4 of the 2012 FCI World Agility Championship. We discuss the final Individual runs and placements for all three heights at the 2012 FCI World Agility Championship. Mentioned The 2012 FCI World Agility Championship official site. The 2012 FCI World Agility Championship results site Click here to read the full article →
Episode 20: Day 3 Wrap-Up of the FCI WAC
October 06, 2012 21:41 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBIn this episode (29:45) A quick un-edited podcast wrap-up of day 3 of the 2012 FCI World Agility Championship. We discuss the final World Team placements for the Small Dog Team event and take a look at where the Small, Medium and Large dogs ended up after Individual Jumpers. Mentioned The 2012 FCI World Agility Click here to read the full article →
Episode 19: Day 2 Wrap-Up of the FCI WAC
October 06, 2012 04:15 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBIn this episode (30:03) A quick semi-edited podcast wrap-up of day 2 of the 2012 FCI World Agility Championship. We discuss the final World Team placements for the Large and Medium classes and take a look at where the Small Dog Teams sit after one round. Mentioned The 2012 FCI World Agility Championship official site. Click here to read the full article →
Episode 18: Day 1 Wrap-Up of the FCI WAC
October 04, 2012 23:45 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBIn this episode (12:24) A quick un-edited podcast wrap-up of day 1 of the 2012 FCI World Agility Championship. Mentioned The 2012 FCI World Agility Championship official site. Course, Team Jumping – Large Results, Team Jumping – Large Ketschker Day 2 Wrap-Up Podcast, Preview Episode Video Streaming provided by: AgilityVision. Ways to Listen Subscribe to Click here to read the full article →
Episode 17: FCI World Agility Championship Preview
September 27, 2012 17:38 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBIn this episode (19:47) We give a short preview of every country competing in the 2012 FCI World Agility Championship. Mentioned The 2012 FCI World Agility Championship official site. EO2012 Silvia Trkman & Bu(1st) vs. Polona Bonac & Kiša(2nd) Large Dog Final Overlay Video Day 2 Wrap-Up Podcast, Day 1 Wrap-Up Podcast Video Streaming provided Click here to read the full article →
Episode 16: Kathy Sdao Interview – Part 2
September 19, 2012 23:38 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBIn this episode (37:34) This is a continuation of our interview with Kathy Sdao. Click Here for Part 1. We talk about setting speed as your criteria, differential rewards, and Kathy’s new book Plenty in Life is Free. Mentioned Clicker Expo Eva Bertilsson & Emelie Johnson Vegh and their book Agility Right from the Start Click here to read the full article →
Episode 15: Kathy Sdao Interview – Part 1
September 14, 2012 17:59 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBIn this episode (32:11) We welcome Kathy Sdao to the podcast. Time to talk science, operant conditioning, classical conditioning, and cuing. This is part 1 of the interview, you can listen to part 2 here. Mentioned Clicker Expo The four quadrants of Operant Conditioning. What is a Venn diagram? Wonk : a person preoccupied with Click here to read the full article →
Episode 14: Agility Instructors, They’re G-r-r-reat!
September 05, 2012 12:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBIn this episode (15:54) We discuss what makes a good coach/instructor as part of Dog Agility Blogger Action Day. Mentioned September 2012 Dog Agility Blogger Action Day and Agility Nerd Our article for the previous Dog Agility Blogger Action Day: Attitude: You, Your Dog, and Chuck E. Cheese Sponsors Course Walker Walk your course before Click here to read the full article →
Episode 13: The Agility Calendar Girls
August 29, 2012 15:15 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBIn this episode (16:26) Special guests Katie Long and Cat Clark join the podcast to talk about their scandalous charity project: The 2013 Agility Girls Calendar! Mentioned NON-U.S. Agility Girls Calendar PreOrder U.S. Agility Girls Calendar PreOrder Cat Clark photography Sponsor AdvoAgility AdvoAgility specializes in health and wellness, weight management, vibrant energy and sports performance Click here to read the full article →
Episode 12: Interview with Greg and Laura Derrett
August 22, 2012 17:23 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBIn this episode (45:06) Special guests Greg and Laura Derrett join the podcast to discuss Great Britian’s FCI World Team selection, the differences between agility in the US and overseas, handling systems, UKA, UKI, and their online seminars through Ultimate Agility. Mentioned Ultimate Course Analysis and Ultimate Agility UKA and UKI Sponsor AdvoAgility AdvoAgility specializes Click here to read the full article →
Episode 11: The Rear Cross
August 16, 2012 15:22 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBIn this episode (20:03) Today’s podcast is all about the rear cross. Pros, Cons, and a dash of execution. Mentioned 2012 European Open Livestream Bad Dog Agility: Comparison of Handler Paths of Rear Crosses Sponsor AdvoAgility AdvoAgility specializes in health and wellness, weight management, vibrant energy and sports performance for the human half of your Click here to read the full article →
Episode 10: Training with Food; Training with a Clicker
August 03, 2012 23:29 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBIn this episode (23:57) Training Tip: Use food effectively in your agility training with several different methods. Agility Topic: We discuss how the use of the clicker has evolved in agility training. Mentioned Udder Tug Toy Agility Right from the Start Silvia Trkman Sponsor AdvoAgility AdvoAgility specializes in health and wellness, weight management, vibrant energy Click here to read the full article →
Episode 9: Course Walking Tip; Learning from other Dog Sports
July 29, 2012 03:06 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBIn this episode (21:10) Training Tip: Walk the course from your dog’s point of view. Agility Topic: What can we learn from trainers in other dog sports? We discuss the influence that Obedience, Schutzhund, and Clicker Training has had on our training. Mentioned Kim Donnell and Waggin’ Tails Dog Training Watch Sarah walk the course. Dogwood Click here to read the full article →
Episode 8: Using a Camcorder in Training; Heat Stroke & Water Intoxication
July 07, 2012 19:56 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBIn this episode (24:10) Training Tip: Use a camcorder in practice to help improve your timing. Agility Topic: Dr Brittany Schaezler joins us to discuss the symptoms of heat stroke and water intoxication in agility dogs as well as what to do if your dog is affected. Mentioned The camcorder we bought twice and love (and Click here to read the full article →
Episode 7: Daisy Peel Interview on Mental Management
June 22, 2012 00:39 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBIn this episode (38:59) Special guest Daisy Peel joins the podcast to discuss mental management and its role in agility training and competition. Mentioned Daisy Peel’s book, live seminars, and classes on mental management Lanny Bassham’s With Winning in Mind, and Freedom Flight – The Origins of Mental Power; both available on Kindle Our collective Click here to read the full article →
Episode 6: CCL Injuries and TPLO
June 09, 2012 04:10 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBIn this episode (43:04) Special guests Brittany Schaezler and Jackie Bludworth join the podcast to discuss cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) injuries and the TPLO (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy) surgical option. Mentioned Brittany Schaezler “Agility Vet” 2010 NAC Pete Linda Mecklenburg’s Jumping Program Susan Salo’s Jumping Program Cavalettis Peanut Therapy Balls Ways to Listen Subscribe to Click here to read the full article →
Episode 5: Nancy Gyes and Carrie DeYoung Interview
May 25, 2012 05:09 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBIn this episode (39:52) Special guests Nancy Gyes, AKC World Team Coach, and Carrie DeYoung, AKC Director of Agility discuss the recently announced 2012 AKC World Agility Team. Mentioned 2012 FCI Agility World Championship 2012 World Agility Team AKC page USA World Agility Team Facebook page Buy an awesome Team USA Supporter Shirt Contact Nancy Click here to read the full article →
Episode 4: Short Sessions; Agility Spectators
May 17, 2012 21:38 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBIn this episode (11:08) Training Tip: Keep your sessions short. (Say that 10 times fast!) News Topic: We discuss agility as a spectator sport. Ways to Listen Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes. Download the MP3 File Here (Right Click and Save As…)
Episode 3: Start Line Stays; Online Agility Classes
May 11, 2012 06:17 - 13 minutes - 6.39 MBIn this episode (13:56) Training Tip: Taking start lines out of your agility training. News Topic: Five tips to help you pick an online agility course. Mentioned Introduce Our Next Podcast! Ways to Listen Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes. Download the MP3 File Here (Right Click and Save As…)
Episode 2: AKC World Agility Team Tryouts
May 08, 2012 01:41 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBEnjoy a special episode dedicated to the AKC World Agility Team tryouts. In this episode (46:27) Mini Dogs at time: 01:24 Sarah and Brittany Midi Dogs at time: 08:46 Brittany and Esteban Maxi Dogs at time: 24:42 Esteban and Sarah Mentioned 2012 AKC World Agility Team tryouts AKC Agility Results agilityvet.com Ways to Listen Subscribe Click here to read the full article →
Episode 1: Using a Crate During Training
May 03, 2012 16:02 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBWelcome to the inaugural episode of the Bad Dog Agility podcast. In this episode (14:06) Training Tip: A crate can be a very useful tool for dog agility training in a class or at home. News Topic: The upcoming 2012 AKC Agility World Team tryouts. Mentioned Dog Crates (free shipping) 2012 AKC Agility World Team Click here to read the full article →