Bad Dog Agility Podcast

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**Bad Dog Agility Podcast**

Dog agility training tips and discussions. We often interview agility instructors and competitors as well.

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218: Great Expectations for Your Puppy Apr 18, 2019

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In this episode (40:08)

In this episode, reigning AKC 20″ National Agility Champion Sarah Baker joins the podcast to talk about puppies!

You Will Learn

3 tips for working with puppies
How to set your own expectations for your puppy
Why your dog may not actually be a reflection of your training

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Sarah Baker's online class: "Agility Foundation for Puppies and Young Dogs"

217: Interview with Crufts Winner Dan Shaw Apr 04, 2019

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In this episode (29:08)

In this episode, 2019 Crufts Championship Winner and British Open Winner Dan Shaw joins the podcast.

You Will Learn

How Dan got his start in agility.
How Geek got his name.
Why Dan values calm and thoughtful over frantic.
How Dan gets an amazing teeter performance.
Whether or not Dan's next dog will have running contacts.

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216: The 2019 AKC National Agility Championship Wrap-Up Mar 22, 2019

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In this episode (1:12:03)

In this episode, the 2019 AKC 20″ National Agility Champion Sarah Baker teams up with Jennifer and Esteban to bring you the wrap up for nationals!

You Will Learn

how many dogs have won multiple AKC nationals finals
the qualifying rate in finals over the past 3 years
how the 8″ class has changed over the past 3 years
how Jennifer Crank dealt with the disappointment of losing in Finals–twice
how Sarah Baker dealt with the pressure of running in Finals
why the 20″ Preferred winner was denied the national title by AKC
which groups of dogs have been given an unfair advantage by the AKC
what USDAA does better than the AKC

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215: The 2019 AKC Agility Premier Cup Presented by EEM Mar 12, 2019

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In this episode (22:33)

In this episode, AKC Director of Agility Carrie DeYoung stops by to talk about the AKC's newest marquee event–the AKC Agility Premier Cup Presented by EEM.

You Will Learn

Why this event is happening.
Who was invited to compete and why.
How the event will be structured and run.
How the $10,000 prize pool will be distributed.
Plans for the future of this event.

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The Press Release announcing the event
AKC Webpage for the Premier Cup Presented by EEM
The Premium
Tickets for the event
The Longines Master of New York

214: Thinking vs Action in Dog Agility Training Mar 06, 2019

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In this episode (20:02)

In this episode, Jennifer and Sarah address the differences between training a skill that encourages a thoughtful response from the dog and training a skill in a higher drive state.

You Will Learn

Why you need to recognize whether you are encouraging a thoughtful response or a more action-oriented response.
How to bridge the gap between thinking and action.
How to manipulate food to increase your dog's drive for the reward.
How to manipulate toys to decrease your dog's drive for the reward.

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213: Interview with Westminster Champion Perry DeWitt Feb 22, 2019

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In this episode (31:15)

In this podcast, Jennifer and Esteban interview Perry DeWitt, the Masters Agility Champion from this year's Masters Agility Championship at Westminster.

You Will Learn

All about border collie Verb.
How Perry uses a strict visualization routine in agility.
Why Perry's agility career was possibly delayed by 5 years.
The top 10 dogs registered in the AKC in 2017 and why it matters to dog agility.

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Watch Perry and Verb

212: Do You Really Need Video Analysis? Feb 07, 2019

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In this episode (26:09)

In this episode, Jennifer, Sarah and Esteban address the question of whether or not agility handlers should use video analysis.

You Will Learn

How video review is different from video analysis.
How most people analyze videos today.
The relationship between video analysis and visualization.
Common barriers to video analysis

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Coach's Eye App (iOS)
Coach's Eye App (Android)
Timing of Agility Cues: Lisa Frick and Hoss
Episode 200: Interview with EO Champion Max Sprinz
Our new online class, Before and After: 2019 Masters Agility Championship at Westminster, where Esteban and Jennifer will share their own self analysis from the event.

211: The Importance of Handling Flexibility Jan 31, 2019

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In this episode (14:59)

In this episode, Sarah, Jennifer and Esteban talk about the important of handling flexibility in dog agility.

You Will Learn

How handling flexibility can help you run better on course.
Two types of handling flexibility.
How to develop flexibility in training sessions.

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The 2019 Nationals Prep Course which closes February 1st.

210: How to Goal Set for Big Events in 2019 Jan 24, 2019

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In this episode (33:35)

In this episode, the BDA team discusses goal setting for big agility events.

You Will Learn

The difference between a dream and a goal.
How to create goals based on a specific agility event.
Specific examples of goals from Jennifer and Esteban.
What to do with your goals after the event.

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Episode 189: How to Structure Your Dog Agility Season

209: Blind Cross Your Way Into the New Year Jan 17, 2019

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In this episode (31:50)

In this podcast, Sarah, Jennifer and Esteban discuss the blind cross; the pros, the cons, and tips to avoid common mistakes.

You Will Learn

How the blind cross can help people who lose their place on course.
How the blind cross can help people with physical limitations.
Why blind crosses may require the handler to be further ahead than the front cross.
Two common mistakes to avoid when executing a blind cross.

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