Bad Dog Agility Podcast (podcast)
In 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
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In 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

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In 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.

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In 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

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In 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

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In 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

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Category:Podcast -- posted at: 12:45pm CDT

In 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

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In 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

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In 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

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In 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

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Category:Podcast -- posted at: 2:38pm CDT