Episode 71: FCI Agility World Championship Wrap-Up
19 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (53:26) In this episode we discuss the results of the 2014 FCI Agility World Champio...
Episode 70: Five Tips for For Watching the FCI Agility World Championship
10 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (17:35) In this episode we discuss how watching the agility world championship can b...
Episode 69: Dog Agility – The Great Motivator
03 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (14:13) In this episode, we talk about how a focus on canine fitness, human fitness,...
Episode 68: Innovation in Dog Agility Training
28 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (22:06) In this episode, we talk about questioning aspects of your own agility train...
Episode 67: Reflections on Weave Pole Training
21 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (30:46) We discuss the strengths of various weave pole methods as we revisit weave t...
Episode 66: The Decline of AKC’s Novice A Class
14 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (41:33) We discuss the decline of the AKC Novice A class and what we can do to grow ...
Episode 65: Recognizing Artificial Limitations
08 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (15:15) We discuss the psychology of the fixed vs growth mindsets and some thoughts ...
Episode 64: The Benefits of an Abundance Mindset
28 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (20:51) We discuss applications of the abundance mindset to different aspects of dog...
Episode 63: A Newcomer’s Guide to Handling Systems
18 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (32:48) We discuss agility handling systems while comparing dog agility with other c...
Episode 62: Celebrating 20 Years of AKC Agility
03 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (26:54) The 20th anniversary of AKC Agility is coming up with a celebration planned ...
Episode 61: Tactical Training and Trialing in Agility
27 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (11:14) We discuss a strategy for addressing handling challenges that you encounter ...
Episode 60: Preparing for Your Novice Debut
18 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (45:33) We discuss tips for creating a successful agility debut for your dog. Mentio...
Episode 59: The 2014 International Team Tryouts
11 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (30:12) We discuss the 2014 International Team Tryouts; the effect of adding the Eur...
Episode 58: The Rocky Road to Success
04 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (20:12) We share our thoughts on “Success” as part of Dog Agility Blogger Action...
Episode 57: Interview with Denise Fenzi – Part 2
21 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (32:39) This is the second part of a two part interview with Denise Fenzi. Please li...
Episode 56: Interview with Denise Fenzi – Part 1
16 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (36:12) This is the first part of a two part interview with Denise Fenzi. Denise’s...
Episode 55: When to Quit an Agility Training Session
09 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (20:19) Inspired by Silvia Trkman’s article Busting the Myths 6, we discuss differ...
Episode 54: Irrational Confidence in Dog Agility
30 Apr 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (15:58) The AKC National Agility Championship is over, the NBA playoffs are ongoing,...
Episode 53: Conditioned Emotional Response and Your Agility Training
23 Apr 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (16:54) We’re discussing the Conditioned Emotional Response (CER) of the trainer (...
Episode 52: 2014 AKC National Agility Championship Wrap-Up
16 Apr 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (55:11) We’re back from the 2014 AKC National Agility Championship and sharing our...
Episode 51: 2014 AKC National Agility Championship Preview
19 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (35:42) The Bad Dog Agility PowerScore ranking for the AKC National Agility Champion...
Episode 50: Puppy Paralysis
05 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (18:08) We share our thoughts on “Starting Your Puppy” as part of Dog Agility Bl...
Episode 49: Using Differential Rewards
24 Feb 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (28:12) In this episode, we discuss the different ways people apply positive reinfor...
Episode 48: Westminster Masters Agility Championship on Live TV
12 Feb 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (36:36) In this episode, we discuss the potential impact of Westminster’s live agi...
Episode 47: Addressing Bar Knocking in Practice
05 Feb 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (15:50) In this episode we discuss how we address bar knocking in practice. Mentione...
Episode 46: Expanding Your Comfort Zone
27 Jan 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (11:58) In this episode we discuss how to expand your comfort zone by using your pra...
Episode 45: Patterning in Dog Agility Training
21 Jan 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (19:05) In this episode we discuss how patterning both hurts and helps your dog agil...
Episode 44: Dog Agility Dreams & Goals
14 Jan 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (12:41) In this podcast we discuss the difference between a dream and a goal and int...
Episode 43: Susan Garrett Interview on Positive Training and Handling Systems
11 Dec 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (30:12) Susan Garrett joins the podcast to discuss positive dog training, her recent...
Episode 42: The Internet, Dog Agility, and You
30 Aug 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (36:01) In this podcast we discuss how to use social media and the internet to impro...
Episode 41: Janita, Jaakko and the One Mind System
23 Aug 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (50:40) Janita Leinonen and Jaakko Suoknuuti join the podcast to talk about the One ...
Episode 40: Interview with Michael Ellis on Tugging – Part 2
17 Jul 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (24:25) This is a continuation of our interview with Michael Ellis. Click Here for P...
Episode 39: Interview with Michael Ellis on Tugging – Part 1
09 Jul 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (34:08) Schutzhund trainers are experts in teaching dogs to tug, and special guest M...
Episode 38: Tips for Retraining Your Agility Dog
28 Jun 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (21:22) We discuss the effect reinforcement history has when changing handling syste...
Episode 37: Constructive Criticism vs Demonization
05 Jun 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (42:14) Suzanne Clothier joins the podcast to discuss her blog article “When Sport...
Episode 36: The 2013 EO and AWC USA Teams
31 May 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (39:39) Special guests Nancy Gyes, AKC EO Team Coach, and Carrie DeYoung, AKC Direct...
Episode 35: Alternative Medicine for Agility Dogs
25 Apr 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (26:29) Dr. Brittany Schaezler and Dr. Jacqueline A. Doval join us to talk about alt...
Episode 34: Retraining Your Start Line Stay in Dog Agility
16 Apr 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (30:34) Do you have a broken start line stay? We discuss two retraining methods, plu...
Episode 33: 2013 AKC National Agility Championship Wrap-Up
22 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (42:40) We break down the results of the 2013 AKC National Agility Championship and ...
Episode 32: Improving Your Mental Game for Big Events
12 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (29:34) We discuss how to separate your pre-run preparation into a “routine phase”...
Episode 31: How Does Internationalization Impact Dog Agility?
06 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Ways to Listen Subscribe to the podcast on your iPhone or iPad. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. ...
Episode 30: Analyzing Mistakes and a Look at Systems
20 Feb 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Ways to Listen Subscribe to the podcast on your iPhone or iPad. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. ...
Episode 29: 2013 AKC National Agility Championship Preview
08 Feb 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (46:23) We crunched the numbers for every single dog entered in the upcoming AKC Nat...
Episode 28: Training with Toys
31 Jan 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (27:05) We discuss training with toys in agility. Is your toy a lure, a reward, or a...
Episode 27: “Off Breed” Dogs in Agility
23 Jan 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (32:13) What does it mean to compete with an “off breed” dog in agility? And why...
Episode 26: Eight Methods to Get Rid of Unwanted Behavior
16 Jan 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (31:18) In her book “Don’t Shoot the Dog”, Karen Pryor shares eight methods th...
Episode 25: Secrets to Super Agility Performance – Part 2
14 Dec 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (29:12) This is a continuation of our discussion about how you can analyze key areas...
Episode 24: Interview with Silvia Trkman
20 Nov 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (27:56) We talk to Silvia Trkman about Running Contacts, creating and maintaining sp...
Episode 23: Interview with 2013 FCI South African Organizing Committee
06 Nov 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (29:39) We talk to South African Organizing Committee members Gaby Grohovaz and Rich...
Episode 22: Secrets to Super Agility Performance – Part 1
31 Oct 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (27:18) Regardless of handling system, contact method, or jumping program, improving...
Episode 21: Day 4 Wrap-Up of the FCI WAC
08 Oct 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (35:40) A quick un-edited podcast wrap-up of day 4 of the 2012 FCI World Agility Cha...
Episode 20: Day 3 Wrap-Up of the FCI WAC
06 Oct 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (29:45) A quick un-edited podcast wrap-up of day 3 of the 2012 FCI World Agility Cha...
Episode 19: Day 2 Wrap-Up of the FCI WAC
06 Oct 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (30:03) A quick semi-edited podcast wrap-up of day 2 of the 2012 FCI World Agility C...
Episode 18: Day 1 Wrap-Up of the FCI WAC
04 Oct 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (12:24) A quick un-edited podcast wrap-up of day 1 of the 2012 FCI World Agility Cha...
Episode 17: FCI World Agility Championship Preview
27 Sep 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (19:47) We give a short preview of every country competing in the 2012 FCI World Agi...
Episode 16: Kathy Sdao Interview – Part 2
19 Sep 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (37:34) This is a continuation of our interview with Kathy Sdao. Click Here for Part...
Episode 15: Kathy Sdao Interview – Part 1
14 Sep 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (32:11) We welcome Kathy Sdao to the podcast. Time to talk science, operant conditio...
Episode 14: Agility Instructors, They’re G-r-r-reat!
05 Sep 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (15:54) We discuss what makes a good coach/instructor as part of Dog Agility Blogger...
Episode 13: The Agility Calendar Girls
29 Aug 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (16:26) Special guests Katie Long and Cat Clark join the podcast to talk about their...
Episode 12: Interview with Greg and Laura Derrett
22 Aug 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (45:06) Special guests Greg and Laura Derrett join the podcast to discuss Great Brit...
Episode 11: The Rear Cross
16 Aug 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (20:03) Today’s podcast is all about the rear cross. Pros, Cons, and a dash of exe...
Episode 10: Training with Food; Training with a Clicker
03 Aug 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (23:57) Training Tip: Use food effectively in your agility training with several dif...
Episode 9: Course Walking Tip; Learning from other Dog Sports
29 Jul 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (21:10) Training Tip: Walk the course from your dog’s point of view. Agility Topi...
Episode 8: Using a Camcorder in Training; Heat Stroke & Water Intoxication
07 Jul 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (24:10) Training Tip: Use a camcorder in practice to help improve your timing. Agil...
Episode 7: Daisy Peel Interview on Mental Management
22 Jun 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (38:59) Special guest Daisy Peel joins the podcast to discuss mental management and ...
Episode 6: CCL Injuries and TPLO
09 Jun 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (43:04) Special guests Brittany Schaezler and Jackie Bludworth join the podcast to d...
Episode 5: Nancy Gyes and Carrie DeYoung Interview
25 May 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (39:52) Special guests Nancy Gyes, AKC World Team Coach, and Carrie DeYoung, AKC Dir...
Episode 4: Short Sessions; Agility Spectators
17 May 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (11:08) Training Tip: Keep your sessions short. (Say that 10 times fast!) News Topic...
Episode 3: Start Line Stays; Online Agility Classes
11 May 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (13:56) Training Tip: Taking start lines out of your agility training. News Topic: ...
Episode 2: AKC World Agility Team Tryouts
08 May 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Enjoy a special episode dedicated to the AKC World Agility Team tryouts. In this episode (46:27) Min...
Episode 1: Using a Crate During Training
03 May 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Bad Dog Agility podcast. In this episode (14:06) Training Ti...