Bad Dog Agility Podcast

180: The Nuance of Speed

16 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (24:18) In this podcast, Sarah and Esteban talk about the nuance of speed in dog agility, and how to manipulate handler speed to get g...

179: Which is Faster, a Front Cross or Rear Cross?

03 Nov 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (44:08) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban tackle the question of which is faster: the front cross or the rear cross? You Will Learn ...

178: Pushing the Edge

27 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (24:12) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban talk about pushing the edge of commitment to create distance and increase confidence. You W...

177: Westminster Preview with Paul Campanella

13 Oct 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (38:01) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban talk about the upcoming Masters Agility Championship at Westminster with Paul Campanella, t...

176: Second Dog Dynamics

30 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (32:37) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban talk about the many factors that people should think about when they are looking for the ne...

175: Putting Yourself On the Spot

21 Sep 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (21:48) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban talk about what you can do when you find yourself in a difficult spot on the agility course...

174: Changing Your Plans

30 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (26:00) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban share their thoughts on how external circumstances often require changes in your agility pl...

173: Interview with Silvia Trkman on EO, Course Design, and Handling Challenges

22 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (33:24) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban talk with Silvia Trkman about her recent European Open win and how she continues to be comp...

172: Watching Your Dog on Course

12 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (20:45) In this podcast, Sarah and Esteban discuss what it means to keep an eye on your dog during agility. You Will Learn Why and wh...

171: Obstacle Focus vs Handler Focus in Dog Agility

04 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (17:43) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban talk about the concept of handler focus versus obstacle focus, and how to apply it to your ...

170: Homeostasis in Dog Agility

28 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (24:40) Why is it sometimes so difficult to make changes in your handling? In this episode, Sarah and Esteban apply the concept of hom...

169: Creating a Crate to Crate Routine

17 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (34:35) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban talk with Jennifer Crank and Sarah Baker about how they manage their time and their dog fro...

168: How to Avoid Tilt in Your Dog Agility Training

09 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (24:19) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban discuss how to recognize and combat tilt in your dog training. You Will Learn How a moment...

167: The Dog Agility Spectrum

02 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (15:27) What can you do when something works for everyone else’s dog but not your own? In this episode, Sarah and Esteban talk about...

166: Get Ready for Summer with Brittany Schaezler, DVM

26 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (19:50) In this episode, Dr. Brittany Schaezler joins the podcast to get you and your dog ready for summer. You Will Learn When you s...

165: Should You Be a Dog Agility Minimalist?

19 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (21:41) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban explore how a minimalist approach to dog agility training can protect people from feeling o...

164: The Value of Outside Influence on Your Dog Agility Training

12 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (24:32) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban discuss the impact that external influences can have on your agility, and how you can use t...

163: Tips for Memorizing Courses

04 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (18:46) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban help you memorize your courses by figuring out the dog’s line and the handler’s path an...

162: Why Does My Dog Run Slower at the Trial?

28 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (16:29) Sarah and Esteban talk about dogs that perform better at home than at shows. Some dogs slow down at trials while other dogs ru...

161: Interview with Junior Handler Sasha Zitter

23 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (38:53) In this episode, Sarah is joined by Jennifer Crank and Sasha Zitter to talk about the Junior Handler program. You Will Learn ...

160: How to Work Through Mistakes in Your Agility Training

14 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (39:11) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban share some thoughts on the exact steps they take when the dog makes a mistake in agility tr...

159: Handler Muscle Memory for Dog Agility

07 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (23:42) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban apply the concept of “muscle memory” to dog agility. They talk about how it works, why ...

158: The 2017 AKC National Agility Championship Wrap-Up

01 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (37:15) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban are joined by Livestream Finals announcer Brittany Schaezler to wrap up the 2017 AKC Nation...

157: The Comparison Trap

20 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (25:00) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban explore the good and bad behind comparing your dog and yourself to others in dog agility. Y...

156: How to Practice Effectively

09 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (22:14) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban help you practice dog agility more effectively, producing maximal results with minimal time...

155: Three Emotions Keeping You From Setting Agility Goals

02 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (18:34) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban talk about some negative feelings that might be keeping you from setting goals for 2017. Yo...

154: Kids and Dogs and Jennifer Crank

23 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (38:58) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban talk with USA AKC/FCI World Team member Jennifer Crank about being a mom and competitor whi...

153: Interview with 2017 Westminster Champion John Nys

15 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (26:17) In this podcast, Sarah and Esteban talk with John Nys, the overall winner of this year’s Masters Agility Championship at Wes...

152: Developing Your Social Network in Dog Agility

09 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (17:52) In this episode, Sarah and Esteban explore social networks in dog agility and share 3 tips for creating your very own powerful...

151: Judging with Video Review

05 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (39:45) In this podcast, judge Janet Gauntt joins Sarah and Esteban to discuss the video review process that was highlighted at the 20...

150: The Global Judging Program with Lee Gibson

24 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (40:32) In this podcast, Sarah and Esteban are joined by Lee Gibson to discuss the Global Judging Program. You Will Learn Why Lee Gib...

149: Perception versus Reality

06 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (27:22) In this podcast, Sarah and Esteban discuss perceptions in agility that are widely held, but not always true. You Will Learn H...

148: The Paradox of Choice in Dog Agility

22 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (19:51) In this podcast, Sarah and Esteban discuss “the paradox of choice” and how it might apply to dog agility. You Will Learn ...

147: Susan Garrett on Dropped Bars

19 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (54:46) Sarah and Esteban talk with Susan Garrett about helping your dog drop less bars. You Will Learn Susan Garrett’s protocol fo...

146: Record Keeping Trick for Dog Agility

10 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (13:48) In this podcast, Sarah and Esteban share a commonly used and free app/website for agility record keeping, including trial resu...

145: Course Building in Your Own Backyard

01 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (23:39) In this podcast, Sarah and Esteban share their tips for course building in your own backyard. You Will Learn The size of Esteb...

144: Interview with Sarah Stremming on Behavior Problems in Performance Dogs

22 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (37:52) In this podcast, Sarah and Esteban talk with Sarah Stremming from the Cognitive Canine about her new podcast Cog-Dog Radio and...

143: Starting Fast and Finishing Strong

14 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (34:14) In this podcast, Sarah and Esteban talk about how to start fast and finish strong in your agility runs. You Will Learn Common...

Excerpt from Episode 12: Interview with Greg and Laura Derrett

31 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This is an excerpt from episode 12, taped in August of 2012.  The relevance to the recent removal of the chute is striking.

142: Dog Agility World Shuns the Chute

31 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (31:03) In this podcast, Sarah and Esteban talk about the unprecedented rapid discontinuation of the collapsed tunnel (also known as t...

141: Welcoming Novice Competitors

25 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (18:50) In this podcast, we chat with Liz Armstrong about theNew Beginnings Agility Trial which will be held September 16-18, 2016 in ...

140: Bad Dog Moms

11 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (16:38) In this podcast, we talk about the pressures of raising the perfect agility dog, inspired by the comedy movie Bad Moms. Mentio...

139: The Test/Train/Adjust Cycle

29 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (16:02) In this episode, we discuss how to recognize and use the “test/train/adjust” cycle in your dog agility career. Mentioned ...

138: The Path From Your First Run To Your First Q

22 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (14:57) In this episode, we discuss common Novice patterns and how you can recognize your success even when you aren’t qualifying. M...

137: Swedish Jump Heights and Its Effect on FCI

17 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (18:38) In this episode, we talk with Åsa Wrede of Sweden about the future of dog agility in Sweden and Europe. Mentioned The regula...

136: Interview with WAO Judge Anthony Clarke

09 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (44:15) In this episode, we chat with one of the judges from this year’s World Agility Open Championship, Anthony Clarke. Mentioned ...

135: Interview with European Open Team USA Coach Ann Braue and Michael Teh

02 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (43:10) In this podcast, we learn about the inner workings of the European Open with Team USA coach Ann Braue and Assistant Coach Mike...

134: Priming Your Dog Before and Agility Trial

27 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (19:28) In this podcast, we discuss how priming your dog can improve your agility performance at a trial. Mentioned https://www.youtub...

133: 2016 AKC World Team Tryouts Wrap Up

14 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (1:13:10) In this podcast, we discuss the venue, surface, judges, and courses at the 2016 World Team Tryouts for the AKC. We also iden...

132: Contrarianism in Dog Agility

05 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (28:34) In this podcast, we apply the concept of contrarianism to dog agility and discuss specific ways today’s handlers are trying ...

131: Free Your Agility Dog

27 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode In this episode, we discuss how to make the agility field a mistake-free paradise for your dog, filled with rewards and enthusiasm. Me...

130: How to Reward Your Dog Before and After Their Run

20 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (15:53) In this episode, we discuss how to improve your dog’s performance in the ring by shifting the bulk of your reinforcement to...

129: The Connection Paradigm

09 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (14:44) In this podcast, we identify key areas where you may lose your connection with your dog on course.

128: Talent Vs Preparation

31 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (13:43) In this episode, we discuss the concept of “talent” in agility, and how you might improve if you don’t have any. Menti...

127: Interview with 2016 AKC 20″ National Agility Champion Sarah Baker

26 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 manage...

126: Dog Agility NOW

16 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 though...

125: How to Handle Without Thinking

14 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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. Mention...

124: Dealing with Disappointment in Dog Agility

03 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (52:00) In this podcast, we talk about dealing with personal disappointment, other people’s disappointment, and how to build an env...

123: The 2016 Masters Agility Championship at Westminster

23 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 f...

122: Debugging Your Dog Agility Training

04 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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

121: Dealing with Over-Arousal in Dog Agility

29 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 "inv...

120: Power60, NAC Prep, and Looking Forward to 2016

23 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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 Th...

119: Handling (Three Aspects of Agility Training Part 4)

14 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

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...

118: Individual Obstacle Performance (Three Aspects of Agility Training Part 3)

11 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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...

117: Drive for Agility (Three Aspects of Agility Training Part 2)

21 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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...

116: Interview with Justine Davenport and Jessica Patterson

11 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 d...

115: Three Aspects of Agility Training

31 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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...

114: Interview with Newest World Champion Pavol Vakonič

22 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

113: 2015 FCI Agility World Championship Wrap-up

17 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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...

112: How to Run Agility Like a World Champion

07 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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...

111: The Myth of the Ring-Wise Dog

01 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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”...

110: Howard Boyle goes to the Moravia Open and the Canadian Classic

16 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 t...

109: Intuitive Handling versus Theory-Based Handling

27 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (22:49) In this podcast, we discuss the role that theory and intuition play in agility training and handling. Mentioned Episode 6...

108: Choices on Course

07 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 anal...

107: Training the Teeter

30 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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!)...

106: System Versus Talent

23 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 perfo...

105: Entitlement and Dog Agility

09 Jul 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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

104: Building Confidence Through Challenges

25 Jun 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (18:35) We discuss how challenging your dog can actually build understanding and confidence, which turn to speed and drive. Mentione...

103: Green Dog Gotchas

09 Jun 2015

Contributed by Lukas

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 se...

Episode 102: International Man of Mystery Howard Boyle

28 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (45:54) Howard Boyle is a Houston, Texas based agility competitor who routinely travels around the world to compete in the sport of d...

101: Interview with Crufts Judge Lee Gibson – Part 2

21 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (33:31) This is the second part of a two part interview with Lee Gibson. Please listen to Part 1 first! In this podcast we contin...

100: Interview with Crufts Judge Lee Gibson - Part 1

17 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (45:15) This week we’re joined by Lee Gibson, the judge of the International Finals course at Crufts this year. We discuss the resp...

99: 2015 ITT Wrap Up and the Luna Effect

06 May 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (1:04:33) This podcast is all about the international Team Tryouts for Team USA. We talk about our experience there, the courses, the...

98: The Importance of a Clear Start to Every Sequence

29 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (16:09) Improve your training by taking the time to reset your dog properly after a mistake.  

97: Improving Your Transitions During Training

23 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (23:49) The bulk of your agility training time is spent in transition from one repetition to the next! In this podcast, we discuss th...

96: The Challenge of Transitioning to International Coursework

15 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (50:56) In this podcast, we delve into the challenges and myths involved in transitioning a dog to European-style international cour...

95: Interview with the 2015 26" National Agility Champion Desiree Snelleman

07 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (35:21) We’ve got Desiree Snelleman on the podcast to talk about her latest National Agility Championship win as well as her experi...

94: 2015 AKC National Agility Championship Wrap-Up

02 Apr 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (41:02) We’re back from the 2015 AKC National Agility Championship and sharing our thoughts on the event, the courses, the results,...

The New AKC Premier Class is Coming

23 Mar 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (13:59) The Director of AKC Agility, Carrie DeYoung joins us to clarify the difference between the International Sweepstakes Class (I...

92: 2015 AKC National Agility Championship Preview

19 Mar 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (38:57) The Bad Dog Agility PowerScore ranking for the AKC National Agility Championship is back! We crunched the numbers for every s...

91: Dog Agility at Crufts

13 Mar 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Crufts, the largest dog show in the world, took place this past weekend. In this podcast, we talk about the coverage, courses, and co...

90: Strength and Conditioning with Guest Robby Porter

04 Mar 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (35:05) Today is Dog Agility Blogger Action Day and the topic is “health and well being”. In this podcast we’re joined by Rob...

89: Small Dog Challenges

27 Feb 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (35:05) Lori Daigle, the 8″ winner of the 2015 Masters Agility Championship at Westminster, joins us to discuss the challenges of r...

88: Cesar Millan Crashes Westminster Agility

19 Feb 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (52:44) We discuss the results of the Masters Agility Championship at Westminster, the event structure, thoughts on crowning a champi...

87: Improving Your Course Memorization

13 Feb 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (21:03) In this podcast, we discuss how to use your time effectively before, during, and after the walkthrough to reduce forgetfulnes...

86: A Look at Rankings in Dog Agility

05 Feb 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (40:04) We discuss our thoughts on ranking systems including the AKC Invitational rankings and our own Power 60 and Breed Power 10. ...

85: Have We Solved the Game of Agility?

30 Jan 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (29:33) We discuss the possibility that advances in handling have made the sport too dependent on other factors like dog speed and tu...

84: Large Dog Challenges

22 Jan 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (39:04) We are joined by the 2014 24″ AKC Agility Invitational Champion Barb VanEseltine to discuss the challenges of running agili...

Episode 83: Interview with Kayl McCann – OneMind Dog coach and the owner of Kayl McCann Dogs

15 Jan 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (46:10) Our guest this week is Kayl McCann; a OneMind Dog coach and owner of Kayl McCann Dogs. We discuss the OneMind Dog methodology...

Episode 82: What To Do When You Feel Overwhelmed

07 Jan 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode (19:04) Feeling overwhelmed in your training is not uncommon, especially for the advanced competitor. We share our struggles and ou...