Maximum FUN Dog Agility

Maximum FUN Dog Agility

Hosted by: Lorrie Reynolds

Are you a dog lover eager to jump into dog agility or a current agility competitor who could use some extra tips to take your team to the next level? The Maximum Fun Dog Agility podcast is your go-to source. Lorrie...

Episodes

Episode 042 - Pre-Run and Post-Run Agility Routines for Your Dog

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Show Notes Pre-Run and Post-Run Agility Routines for Your Dog Quick Answer Why are pre-run and post-run routines important in dog agility? Consistent pre-run and post-run routines help prepare your agility dog both...
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Episode 041 - How Trick Training Can Improve Your Dog’s Agility Skills

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Show Notes How Trick Training Can Improve Your Dog’s Agility Skills Quick Answer Does teaching tricks help agility dogs? Yes. Trick training helps agility dogs build confidence, body awareness, coordination, and...
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Episode 040 - Starting Dog Agility With a Fast Dog: How to Handle a “Ferrari”

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Show Notes Starting Dog Agility With a Fast Dog: How to Handle a “Ferrari” Quick Answer What should you do if your agility dog is extremely fast? Handling a fast agility dog requires clear communication, consistent...
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Episode 039 - Should You Let Someone Else Run Your Agility Dog? Pros and Cons

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Show Notes Should You Let Someone Else Run Your Agility Dog? Pros and Cons Quick Answer Is it okay for someone else to run your agility dog? In many cases, yes. Some agility dogs enjoy working with different handlers,...
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Episode 038 - How toSet Your Agility Dog Up for Success at the Start Line

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Show Notes How to Set Your Agility Dog Up for Success at the Start Line Quick Answer Why is the start line important in dog agility? The first few seconds of an agility run often determine the success of the entire...
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Episode 037 - Does Your Agility Dog Lack Confidence? Signs and How to Build It

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Show Notes Does Your Agility Dog Lack Confidence? Signs and How to Build It Quick Answer How can you tell if your agility dog lacks confidence? Common signs of low confidence in agility dogs include hesitation before...
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Episode 036 - 5 Types of Online Dog Training Students (And How to Get More From Your Courses)

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Show Notes 5 Types of Online Dog Training Students (And How to Get More From Your Courses) Quick Answer Why do some people succeed with online dog training while others struggle? Success with online dog training often...
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Episode 035 - When Is Failure a Good Thing in Dog Agility Training?

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Show Notes When Is Failure a Good Thing in Dog Agility Training? Quick Answer Is failure useful in dog agility training? Yes. Failure can be one of the most valuable learning tools in dog agility. Mistakes reveal gaps...
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Episode 034 - The “Connection” Myth in Dog Agility (And What It Actually Means)

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Show Notes The “Connection” Myth in Dog Agility (And What It Actually Means) Quick Answer What does “connection” mean in dog agility? Connection in dog agility means maintaining awareness of each other during a run so...
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Episode 033 - Why You Should Reward Your Dog for Simple Behaviors and Obstacles

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Show Notes Why You Should Reward Your Dog for Simple Behaviors and Obstacles Quick Answer Should you reward your dog for simple behaviors they already know? Yes. Even when a dog knows a behavior well, it is important...
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Episode 032 - What If Your Dog Agility Goal Isn’t World Team? Defining Your Own Success

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Show Notes What If Your Dog Agility Goal Isn’t World Team? Defining Your Own Success Quick Answer Do you need to aim for world team or elite competition to enjoy dog agility? No. Dog agility is a sport with many...
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Episode 031 - 5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Next Dog Agility Seminar

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Show Notes 5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Next Dog Agility Seminar Quick Answer How can you get the most out of a dog agility seminar? To get the most value from an agility seminar, keep an open mind, be willing...
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