In this episode (52:44)

We discuss the results of the Masters Agility Championship at Westminster, the event structure, thoughts on crowning a champion, the broadcast, a heartwarming tale of triumph after TPLO, and Cesar Millan intruding on the sport of agility.

Mentioned

• Our podcast covering the 2014 Westminster Agility Championship
• Our podcast discussing CCL injuries and TPLO
• Westminster Agility Results
• Fox Sport’s exceedingly misleading announcement of Cesar Millan’s commentary position
• Voice your opinion on the broadcast with Fox Sports.
• Expert opinions on Cesar Millan’s training methods including:
  Dr. Nicholas Dodman – Professor and Head, Section of Animal Behavior
  Director of Behavior Clinic, Tufts University – Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine
  “Cesar Millan’s methods are based on flooding and punishment. The results, though immediate, will be only transitory. His methods are misguided, outmoded, in some cases dangerous, and often inhumane. You would not want to be a dog under his sphere of influence. The sad thing is that the public does not recognize the error of his ways. My college thinks it is a travesty. We’ve written to National Geographic Channel and told them they have put dog training back 20 years.”

Enjoy this video of Brittany Schaezler’s sheltie Ticket!

In this episode (21:03)

In this podcast, we discuss how to use your time effectively before, during, and after the walkthrough to reduce forgetfulness on course. We also discuss some tips for improving your course memorization skills.

Mentioned

• One Mind Dogs
• Ann Croft Agility Coach – Happy Hurdlers
• Kayl McCann
• Enjoy this fantastic video of Esteban forgetting the last jump!

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.

Mentioned

• The Bad Dog Agility Power 60 for 2014
• The Breed Power 10 for 2014

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 turning ability.

Mentioned

• our previous podcast: Episode 42: The Internet, Dog Agility, and You
• our previous podcast: Episode 71: FCI Agility World Championship Wrap-Up
• Announcing the 2015 AKC National Agility Championship Prep Course!

In this episode (39:04)

We are joined by the 2014 24″ AKC Agility Invitational Champion Barb VanEseltine to discuss the challenges of running agility with a large dog.

Mentioned

• our previous post: A Look at Speed by Height
• Announcing the 2015 AKC National Agility Championship Prep Course!

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, how to apply it to YOUR dog, and some tips on finding the right move on course.

Mentioned

• Kayl McCann Dogs
• OneMind Dogs

In this episode (19:04)

Feeling overwhelmed in your training is not uncommon, especially for the advanced competitor. We share our struggles and our coping skills with you so that you can break through your own training paralysis.

Mentioned

• We have an app!!! Download our free IOS or Android app today. It’s the easiest way to listen to the podcast!