Bad Dog Agility Podcast

277: What Are Your Nerves Telling You?

11 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (34:35) In this episode, Sarah, Jennifer, and Esteban share their own experiences with nerves before an agility run. You Will Learn W...

276: Building Success

04 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (34:35) In this episode, Sarah and Jennifer discuss the process of constructing a building for agility. You Will Learn What goes into...

275: Handler Fitness and Agility

28 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (43:18) In this episode, Sarah, Jennifer, and Esteban are joined by Chris Kerton aka Kert, Handler Fitness Coach for Team Great Britai...

274: 21 Days to a Better 2021

21 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (34:35) In this episode, Sarah, Jennifer, and Esteban share their tricks for developing new habits that will help your dog agility in ...

273: Strategy or Execution?

15 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (25:09) In this podcast, Sarah, Jennifer, and Esteban define strategy and execution while exploring the difference between them. You W...

272: All About the Tunnel - Part 2

23 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (19:32) In this podcast, Sarah, Jennifer, and Esteban show why the tunnel may be a far more complex obstacle than most competitors rea...

271: All About the Tunnel – Part 1

17 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (31:41) In this podcast, Sarah, Jennifer, and Esteban show why the tunnel may be a far more complex obstacle than most competitors rea...

270: Winter Training

09 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (26:00) In this podcast episode, Sarah, Jennifer, and Esteban help you prepare for winter training! You Will Learn How to create a pl...

269: Frustration Barking in Agility

30 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

268: Are You Using Too Many Call-Offs?

18 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (20:04) In this episode, Jennifer, Sarah, and Esteban explain what “call-offs” are and how they impact our handling and our dogs o...

267: Finding the Motivation to Train

11 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (19:05) In this episode, Jennifer and Sarah help Esteban overcome his lack of motivation to train. You Will Learn How to motivate you...

266: Jekyll and Hyde Contacts

29 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (37:41) In this episode, Sarah, Jennifer and Esteban have a detailed discussion on why some dogs have better contacts in training than...

265: Fall Update on Agility Trials and COVID-19

23 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (50:28) In this episode, the team discusses the impact of Covid-19 on major dog agility events in the United States, highlighting vari...

264: Extending Obstacles

15 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (39:25) In this episode, Sarah, Jennifer, and Esteban highlight the challenges of dog agility’s “extending” obstacles: the tire,...

263: Cheerleading Your Agility Dog—Bring It On

08 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (19:40) In this episode, Jennifer, Sarah, and Esteban talk about cheerleading in dog agility. You Will Learn Why people use cheerlead...

262: Wise Feedback for Dog Agility

01 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (19:43) In this episode, Jennifer, Sarah, and Esteban discuss the three elements of “wise feedback” in dog agility. Learn how you ...

261: Does Your Dog Head Check?

24 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (23:21) In this episode, Jennifer, Sarah, and Esteban explain why dogs head check when they run on course, and how you can eliminate t...

260: Effective Use of Ring Rentals

18 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (15:35) In this episode, Jennifer, Sarah, and Esteban talk about how you can make the best possible use of your training time when you...

259: Moving Toward Mastery

23 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (55:04) This podcast is taken from a live video presentation. In this podcast, Sarah, Esteban and Jennifer use the front cross as an e...

258: Four Stages of Competence

18 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (38:23) This podcast is taken from a live video presentation. In this podcast, Sarah, Esteban and Jennifer discuss how handlers acquir...

257: Consistent Contact Criteria

10 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (42:42) In this episode, Jennifer, Sarah, and Esteban share their thoughts on two buzzwords for contact performance: “consistency”...

256: Proofing Checklist for Dog Agility

03 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (34:37) In this episode, we share numerous examples of proofing that you can do with your dog while training. Proofing in practice wil...

255: Wearing Masks in Dog Agility

29 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (46:42) All information is researched but not exhaustive and not reviewed by an outside expert. Although Esteban is a licensed physici...

254: Management Versus Training

22 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (19:37) In this episode, Sarah Baker joins the podcast to explain the difference between management and training, and how you should a...

253: Your Dog’s Learning Pattern

16 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (26:44) In this episode, Sarah and Jennifer discuss different learning patterns you may see in your training and how they affect your ...

252: How to Integrate Tugging into Your Training

06 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (24:55) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban help you integrate tugging into your agility training. You Will Learn The 5 aspects of tug...

251: How to Get the Most Out of Your Online Learning

01 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (28:00) In this episode, the BDA crew shares some ideas for getting the most out of your online learning experience. You Will Learn H...

250: Is Your Dog Agility "Good Enough"

24 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (30:35) In this podcast, we discuss the paradox of choice and the idea of “good enough” as a way to organize your dog agility trai...

249: Agility Relief with Anthony Clarke

12 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (20:34) In this podcast, Anthony Clarke joins the podcast to talk about this week’s 4-day charity event called #AgilityRelief. You W...

248: How Should We Train During the COVID Pandemic?

10 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (26:25) In this podcast, we talk about how you can structure your training during this time of cancelled trials and group classes. You...

247: Interview with Greg Derrett on UKI At Home Agility Program

30 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (1:25:53) In this podcast, UKI founder Greg Derrett joins Esteban and Sarah to talk about UKI’s new “At Home Agility By Video”. ...

246: Should You React or Anticipate in Dog Agility?

24 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (28:22) In this podcast, we talk about two different handler strategies: reaction and anticipation. Many times during a run, a handler...

245: Interview with Repeat Crufts Championship Winner Dan Shaw

20 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (31:28) In this episode, 2020 Crufts Championship Winner Dan Shaw joins the podcast. You Will Learn How the coronavirus crisis change...

244: Protecting You and Your Dog from COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

06 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (48:08) In this episode, Esteban and Sarah discuss what you should know about the Coronavirus outbreak in order to protect yourself an...

243: Does Your Agility Dog Trust You?

23 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (24:32) In this podcast, Esteban, Sarah and Jennifer discuss why having a dog that trusts you is so important in dog agility training....

242: Interview with Westminster Champion Jennifer Crank

15 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (1:14:33) In this podcast, Jennifer Crank goes from podcast co-host to interviewee. Jennifer and border collie P!nk won the overall M...

241: What Can Statistics Tell Us About the Last Decade in Dog Agility?

06 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (48:55) This week we introduced a new speed-based ranking, the All-Decade Power 70. In this podcast, we discuss this ranking and the t...

240: Markers in Your Agility Training

29 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (42:11) In this episode, we discuss the use of markers in your dog agility training. You Will Learn What a marker is in dog training....

239: How to Pick the Right Agility Organization for Your Dog

22 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (25:42) In this episode, Sarah and Jennifer discuss how to pick the right agility organization for your debut and your agility career....

238: Westminster 2020 Preview

15 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (30:03) In this episode, Director of Westminster Companion Events joins Sarah and Esteban to talk about the upcoming Masters Champions...

237: AKC 2020 Rule Changes Including Fix and Go and For Exhibition Only

08 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (53:32) In this episode, AKC Executive Field Representative Kitty Bradley joins the podcast to explain the new rule changes for the Am...

236: Enjoy Your Way to Success

01 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (32:29) In this episode, we discuss how to enjoy your training and use that enjoyment to create greater success in dog agility. You Wi...

235: Our New Puppies Teach Us Five Lessons

22 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (26:15) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban share some things they’ve learned from raising two puppies at the same time. You Will Lea...

234: Getting the Most Out of Your NQ Runs

11 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (20:37) In this episode, we discuss how to use non qualifying runs to improve your agility. You Will Learn Why taping non qualifying ...

233: Changing Your Agility Dog’s Unwanted Behavior

31 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (54:57) In this episode, Denise Fenzi returns to the podcast to talk about the common strategies that we use to help our dogs cope wit...

232: Interview with FCI Judge Tamás Tráj

24 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (56:52) In this episode, Tamás Tráj joins the podcast to discuss course design, safety and international agility. You Will Learn Ho...

231: Noise Sensitivity in the Agility Dog with Amy Cook – Part 2

16 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (38:52) Dr. Amy Cook joins Sarah and Esteban to talk about noise sensitivity in agility dogs. Dr. Cook earned her PhD in Psychology at...

230: Noise Sensitivity in the Agility Dog with Amy Cook – Part 1

09 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (35:32) Dr. Amy Cook joins Sarah and Esteban to talk about noise sensitivity in agility dogs. Dr. Cook earned her PhD in Psychology at...

229: Is Your Dog Too Worked Up for Agility

30 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (54:19) In this episode, Sarah Stremming joins the podcast to discuss dogs that are too worked up/high drive/over-aroused to perform i...

228: AWC Interviews with Jennifer Crank, Tobias Wüst, Sarah Baker, and Jessica Patterson

18 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (19:19) In this episode, we interview four handlers who will be competing at the FCI Agility World Championship in Turku, Finland on S...

227: Why You Should Watch the FCI Agility World Championship

07 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (23:53) In this episode, we talk about the upcoming FCI Agility World Championship, and why you should watch it. You Will Learn Why p...

226: Sequential vs Parallel Training

30 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (20:07) In this episode, Jennifer and Sarah talk about whether it is better to teach one skill until mastered, or to rotate skills. Yo...

225: Using ROI to Structure Your Training

15 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (20:45) Jennifer, Sarah, and Esteban discuss how agility handlers can maximize their Return On Investment (ROI) in dog training. You W...

224: Defining YOUR Success in Dog Agility

12 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (27:29) In this episode, Jennifer, Sarah and Esteban talk about success in the sport of dog agility: how do we define it and how do ou...

223: Summertime Dangers for the Agility Dog

07 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (35:19) Dr. Schaezler joins the BDA podcast to prepare you and your dog for the dangers of summer, 2019 edition. You will learn about ...

222: Interview with the Aces High Flyball Team

29 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (30:03) Members of the Aces High Flyball Team that won Crufts join Sarah and Esteban to talk about breeding, raising, training, and co...

221: Six Strategies for Dogs That Shut Down or Get Distracted

11 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (21:58) In this episode, Sarah and Jennifer share six things you can do today to help your dogs that gets distracted or shuts down in ...

220: AKC Agility Premier Cup Wrap-up

02 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (36:12) In this episode, Jennifer Crank shares her experience as the 16″ winner at the inaugural AKC Agility Premier Cup by EEM. You...

219: Eight Ways You Can Improve Your Agility Attitude

25 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (43:55) In this episode, Sarah, Esteban and Jennifer share how they are using 8 tips to improve their attitudes in agility! You Will L...

218: Great Expectations for Your Puppy

18 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (40:08) In this episode, reigning AKC 20″ National Agility Champion Sarah Baker joins the podcast to talk about puppies! You Will Le...

217: Interview with Crufts Winner Dan Shaw

04 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (29:08) In this episode, 2019 Crufts Championship Winner and British Open Winner Dan Shaw joins the podcast. You Will Learn How Dan g...

216: The 2019 AKC National Agility Championship Wrap-Up

22 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (1:12:03) In this episode, the 2019 AKC 20″ National Agility Champion Sarah Baker teams up with Jennifer and Esteban to bring you th...

215: The 2019 AKC Agility Premier Cup Presented by EEM

12 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (22:33) In this episode, AKC Director of Agility Carrie DeYoung stops by to talk about the AKC’s newest marquee event–the AKC Agil...

214: Thinking vs Action in Dog Agility Training

06 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (20:02) In this episode, Jennifer and Sarah address the differences between training a skill that encourages a thoughtful response fro...

213: Interview with Westminster Champion Perry DeWitt

22 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (31:15) In this podcast, Jennifer and Esteban interview Perry DeWitt, the Masters Agility Champion from this year’s Masters Agility ...

212: Do You Really Need Video Analysis?

07 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (26:09) In this episode, Jennifer, Sarah and Esteban address the question of whether or not agility handlers should use video analysis...

211: The Importance of Handling Flexibility

31 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (14:59) In this episode, Sarah, Jennifer and Esteban talk about the important of handling flexibility in dog agility. You Will Learn ...

210: How to Goal Set for Big Events in 2019

24 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (33:35) In this episode, the BDA team discusses goal setting for big agility events. You Will Learn The difference between a dream an...

209: Blind Cross Your Way Into the New Year

17 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (31:50) In this podcast, Sarah, Jennifer and Esteban discuss the blind cross; the pros, the cons, and tips to avoid common mistakes. Y...

208: Experiments in AKC Course Design with Greg Fontaine

05 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (38:39) In this episode, Greg Fontaine shares how he has worked with the AKC to experiment with course design strategies aimed at prov...

207: Interview with FCI Gold Medalist Martina Magnoli Klimešová

09 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (29:42) In this podcast, FCI silver medalist Jennifer Crank interviews FCI gold medalist Martina Magnoli Klimešová. You Will Learn ...

206: Three Lessons from the Agility World Championship

24 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (24:49) In this episode, Sarah and Jennifer discuss three key lessons from the Agility World Championship. You Will Learn How Jennife...

205: Five Tips for Better Contact Performance

12 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (23:05) In this podcast, Jennifer, Sarah and Esteban give you practical tips for strengthening your dog’s contact obstacle performan...

204: How to Use Proofing in Your Dog Agility Training

27 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (33:45) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban discuss the concept of proofing, pointing out common misconceptions and explaining exactly ...

203: BDA Goes to SeaWorld San Antonio

19 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (50:06) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban discuss how training a dolphin to swim upside down can help your dog run faster on course. ...

202: AKC Invitational with Carrie DeYoung

09 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (50:09) In this podcast, Director of Agility for the American Kennel Club Carrie DeYoung joins Sarah and Esteban to talk about the upc...

201: The European Open and Border Collie Classic with Sarah Baker

31 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (37:33) Esteban and Sarah Fernandezlopez welcome Sarah Baker to the podcast to discuss the European Open and the Border Collie Classic...

200: Interview with EO Champion Max Sprinz

23 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (43:16) Jennifer and Sarah welcome 2018 Large Dog European Open Champion Max Sprinz to the podcast. You Will Learn How Max trained Ba...

199: How to Speed Up Your Agility Dog

15 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (37:20) In this podcast, we discuss how you can improve your dog’s time by focusing on efficiency on course and increasing your dog’...

198: Do You Use Natural Cues or Trained Cues?

07 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (24:39) In this podcast, Sarah and Jennifer discuss natural versus trained cues and how it affects training time, your mental state, a...

197: All About the World Agility Open, with Jennifer Crank

31 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (39:52) In this podcast, Sarah, Esteban and Jennifer talk about the 2018 World Agility Open Championship. You Will Learn What events ...

196: Should the Table Stay or Go?

17 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (46:44) In this podcast, Sarah and Esteban talk about the table, how to train for it, and whether or not it still belongs in the sport...

195: The 2018 AKC/FCI Agility World Championship Tryouts

11 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (1:04:40) In this podcast, Jennifer Crank and Sarah Baker join Sarah and Esteban for the 2018 AKC/FCI World Team Tryouts wrap up. You ...

194: Forced Breaks in Your Dog Agility Training

03 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (16:36) In this episode, Sarah and Jennifer discuss how to deal with forced breaks in your agility training. You Will Learn Why takin...

193: Who is the World Champion in Agility?

26 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (22:14) In this episode, Sarah and Jennifer outline four international championship events and explain how they differ in format, jump...

192: Technical Debt in Dog Agility

19 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (32:04) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban apply the software development concept of technical debt to dog agility. You Will Learn Wh...

191: Interview with Crufts Champion Dave Munnings

12 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (46:50) In this episode, 2018 Crufts Champion Dave Munnings joins Sarah and Esteban to talk Crufts, the UK agility scene, running cont...

190: One Million Downloads Plus AKC Nationals Wrap-Up

05 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (39:45) In this episode, 2018 American Kennel Club National Agility Champion (16″) Jennifer Crank joins Sarah and Esteban for the AK...

189: How to Structure Your Dog Agility Season

30 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (49:13) In this podcast, Sarah and Esteban talk with Leslie Eide, DVM about structuring your agility training in a way that gives you ...

188: Handler Desensitization

20 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (26:13) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban about how we can train ourselves to take risks on course. You Will Learn What desensitizat...

187: Physical and Mental Commitment

10 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (17:52) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban talk about the differences between physical and mental commitment and how this can affect y...

186: How to Handle Invisible Obstacles

27 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (19:14) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban talk about everything your dog sees on course that you don’t. You Will Learn That dogs a...

185: Interview with Westminster Champion Jessica Ajoux

16 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (52:41) In this podcast, Sarah and Esteban chat with Jessica Ajoux. Jessica and her border collie Fame(US) won the overall Masters Cha...

Westminster Special: Round Table with Jennifer Crank and Sarah Baker

08 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (30:59) Jennifer Crank and Lucky Jennifer Crank and Sarah Baker join Esteban to share their thoughts on the upcoming Masters Agilit...

Westminster Special: Living the Dream; Novice to Westminster

05 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (42:18) In February 2015, Raphael was watching the Masters Agility Championship at Westminster on TV with his rescue dog Ringo and dec...

Westminster Special: Mutt Hysteria (Catching Up With Stacey and Roo!)

04 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (19:05) In this episode, Sarah catches up with Stacey Campbell whose rescue dog Roo! became the first “Highest Scoring Mixed Breed i...

184: Debunking Your Dog Agility Excuses

15 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (33:36) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban expose some of the common excuses people make in dog agility. You Will Learn How excuses c...

183: Starting 2018 with Start Line Problems

05 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (40.25) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban talk about three different phases with respect to the start line behavior, and common mista...

182: Choose Your Own Agility Adventure

14 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (27:55) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban talk about how you can reject conventional notions of success and create your own agility a...

181: Should You Use a Clicker During Agility Training?

03 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (24:18) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban wonder if agility trainers should use a clicker during sequencing. You Will Learn The diff...