In this episode (44:19)

AKC Director of Agility Carrie DeYoung joins the podcast to discuss the latest round of proposed changes, giving us the insider perspective on how and why these recommendations came about and what they mean for the agility community.

You Will Learn

• The background and details of the proposed agility updates and changes.
• The process and considerations behind these agility regulation recommendations.
• The fate of the table.
• What exactly a “bar” jump is.
• How you can make suggestions to AKC agility.

Mentioned/Related

• The latest Rules and Regulations can be found here: https://www.akc.org/rules/
• The current Regulations for Agility Trials and Agility Course Test (ACT) at the time of the podcast.
• The current AKC Agility Judge’s Guidelines at the time of the podcast.

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In this episode (44:38)

In this episode, we delve into Early Take Off (ETO) in agility dogs with our guest, Jean Lavalley. We explore the complexities of ETO, its effect on dogs’ agility performance, and share personal experiences dealing with this challenge. Make sure you listen to Part 1 first: Episode 329: Early Take Off (ETO) – Part 1

You Will Learn

• What Early Take Off (ETO) is and how it affects agility dogs.
• The common signs and symptoms of ETO.
• Handling adjustments for dogs with ETO.
• How students and instructors should approach ETO.

Mentioned/Related

• Episode 329: Early Take Off (ETO) – Part 1
• Clean Run Focus Issue on Early Take Off
• You can find Set Point in Susan Salo’s jump grid book.
• Don’t miss the 2024 NAC Prep Course! Click here for information and to sign up!

In this episode (47:05)

In this episode, we delve into Early Take Off (ETO) in agility dogs with our guest, Jean Lavalley. We explore the complexities of ETO, its effect on dogs’ agility performance, and share personal experiences dealing with this challenge.

You Will Learn

• What Early Take Off (ETO) is and how it affects agility dogs.
• The common signs and symptoms of ETO.
• Handling adjustments for dogs with ETO.
• How students and instructors should approach ETO.

Mentioned/Related

• Clean Run Focus Issue on Early Take Off
• You can find Set Point in Susan Salo’s jump grid book.

In this episode (39:04)

In this episode, we share our personal agility goals for the upcoming year, as well as strategies for successfully reaching your own goals. We also discuss the importance of separating your self-worth from your agility accomplishments and failures.

You Will Learn

• Effective strategies for setting and achieving agility training goals.
• How to maintain consistency and motivation in dog agility training.
• The value of community and connection within the agility world.

Mentioned/Related

• Episode 325: The UKI North American Invitational
• Episode 44: Dog Agility Dreams & Goals
• Episode 274: 21 Days to a Better 2021
• Episode 316: Make or Ditch New Year’s Resolutions?
• Episode 124: Dealing with Disappointment in Dog Agility

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In this episode (48:58)

In this episode, join Jennifer, Esteban, and Sarah as they delve into the world of verbal cues in dog agility. Explore the nuances of verbal versus non-verbal commands, how timing affects cues, and the impact of handler skills on training success.

You Will Learn

• The difference between verbal and non-verbal cues in agility training.
• How the timing of verbal cues can impact a dog’s performance.
• The role of handler proficiency in the effectiveness of verbal commands.
• Understanding the number of verbal cues needed for effective agility training.

Mentioned/Related

• Episode 50: Puppy Paralysis
• Episode 295: The Timing of Verbal Cues
• How Committed Are You?