Bad Dog Agility Podcast

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 experiences at Crufts, FCI Worlds, IFCS and her life before dog agility!(photo by Howard Boyle) Mentioned The 2015 AKC National Agility Championship. Team Handball! Desiree Snelleman’s Coaching Website Donate to the IFCS Team! Watch the IFCS competition LIVE.

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, and the livestream! Mentioned The 2015 AKC National Agility Championship. Episode 92: 2015 AKC National Agility Championship Preview livestream with commentary of the Challenger round livestream with commentary of the Finals round Why We Call a Backside a 270 (note that in the podcast, we referred to the #15 jump of the Finals round, it was actually the Challengers round that had a backside challenge at the #15 jump)

In this episode (13:59) The Director of AKC Agility, Carrie DeYoung joins us to clarify the difference between the International Sweepstakes Class (ISC) and the Premier Class being offered at this year’s AKC National Agility Championship. We also get some additional information about the challenges presented, titling possibilities, and timeline for this new class. Mentioned The 2015 AKC National Agility Championship. Our previous post: AKC Premier Class Challenge: The Inverted Pinwheel

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 single dog entered in the upcoming AKC National Agility Championship. Data comes from the qualifying period for this event (12/1/2013 – 11/30/2014). We discuss the top dogs, the statistical trends from last year to this year, and the addition of the Premier and ISC warm-up round. Click Here to see the ranking spreadsheet (version 1.0). Mentioned Our new video series: “Before and After: 2015 AKC National Agility Championship“ The 2015 AKC National Agility Championship. Last year’s Nationals PowerScore ranking. The Power 60 rankings.  

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 competitors. Mentioned Our previous podcast on Westminster Agility Agility at Crufts Video: International Invitational – Large Finals (course map) Video: Championship Finals (course map)  

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 Robby Porter to talk about strength, conditioning and body awareness for your canine athlete. Mentioned Visit the Dog Agility Blogger Action Day page to see what others have written on the topic of “Health and Well Being”. Visit Robby on Facebook, at his website, and on Vimeo.  

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 running agility with a small dog. Mentioned Our previous podcast on Large Dog Challenges Our side by side comparison of a small and large dog.  

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 BehaviorDirector 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

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!

In this episode (25:45) We discuss the challenges of training by yourself and give you some helpful tips. Mentioned Episode 72: Three Ways to Use a Helper Episode 49: Using Differential Rewards Video showing a creative way to teach the chute without a helper. My favorite new gadget: a phone holder for my tripod. I pair this with a quick release platefor a super fast setup. We have an app!!! Download our free IOS or Android app today. It’s the easiest way to listen to the podcast!

In this episode, we crunch the numbers behind the controversial new requirements for the AKC National Agility Championship to be held in Tulsa, OK in 2016.

In this episode (9:17) As part of Dog Agility Blogger Action Day, we discuss how “continuing education” can help you stay on top of the agility game! Mentioned Episode 9: Course Walking Tip; Learning from other Dog Sports Episode 39: Interview with Michael Ellis on Tugging – Part 1 Episode 70: Five Tips for For Watching the FCI Agility World Championship Episode 42: The Internet, Dog Agility, and You Episode 8: Using a Camcorder in Training; Heat Stroke & Water Intoxication Please rate and review the podcast so other listeners will find us!

In this episode (15:11) In this podcast, we discuss latent learning in dog training and how you can take advantage of this learning leap! Mentioned Please rate and review the podcast so other listeners will find us! Ways to Listen Subscribe to the podcast on your iPhone or iPad. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes.Click here to read the full article →

In this episode (24:58) In this podcast, we discuss the secret to ALL of dog agility. Spoiler Alert: it has nothing to do with handling. Mentioned Greg Derrett and Ultimate Agility Please rate and review the podcast so other listeners will find us! Ways to Listen Subscribe to the podcast on your iPhone or iPad.Click here to read the full article →

In this episode (23:37) In this podcast, we discuss the use of verbal cues in agility including some pros and cons. Mentioned Jenny Damm’s blog post on her 2014 Agility World Championship experience Ways to Listen Subscribe to the podcast on your iPhone or iPad. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Download the MP3 FileClick here to read the full article →