21 Understanding Sensitive Dogs in Agility
In this episode, I discuss the characteristics of sensitive dogs and the training considerations for them. Learning to train a sensitive dog in a manner that keeps their confidence high and their sens...
8 Mar 22min
20 The Nuances of Ring Stress in Dog Agility
In this episode, I discuss the intricacies of Ring Stress in Dog Agility. It's complicated. Every dog that competes has some amount of stress. Does yours have too much? I break down the underlying cau...
20 Feb 44min
19 Dealing with Setbacks and Frustration Tolerance
In this episode, I discuss the real struggles and setbacks that every team will encounter in dog agility at some point. I reveal my own setbacks and how I've worked through frustration tolerance. Lear...
21 Jan 27min
18 Unique Observations and Helpful Tips from a Judge
In this Episode, I put on my Judge's hat and share my Top 10 Common Handling Mistakes and Top 10 Wonderful Things I witness as a UKI Judge. You may be surprised at what all a Judge observes when you a...
31 Des 202523min
17 Redefining What is a "Once in a Lifetime Dog"
In this Episode, I am joined by special guest, Karen Holik to talk about what really is a Once in a Lifetime Dog. It's not necessarily what you think it is. What if EVERY dog that comes into your life...
17 Des 202534min
15 Learning Theory Applications for Agility Part 2: Drop the Ego, Accept the Data
In Part 2 of this series in Learning Theory Applications for Agility, I discuss more nuances of classical and operant conditioning. I'll introduce you to the 4 stages of learning and we'll look inward...
26 Nov 202533min
14 Learning Theory Applications for Dog Agility - Part 1
Part 1 of a multi-part series on Learning Theory Applications in Agility. This episode breaks down Operant and Classical Conditioning training. Learn about leveraging neurotransmitters for ultimate le...
14 Nov 202544min
