Megan Foster

Megan Foster, dog trainer, blogger and agility competitor, specializes in agility training and sports-dog behavior. She and Sarah define arousal versus emotional valence. They explore frustration from inaccessible rewards, fitness and rest affecting performance. They cover repairing conditioned negative responses, rebuilding positive valence with other sports, and practical training adjustments to reduce stress.

Megan Foster, an agility teacher and the founder of FX Agility, discusses transformative strategies for dog agility classes. She emphasizes creating inclusive environments to enhance trial success for teams. The conversation highlights balancing technical training with emotional support for both dogs and handlers. Megan shares insights on adapting to diverse student experiences and managing energetic puppies in training. Additionally, they explore the importance of communication between instructors and students, ensuring effective teaching amidst today’s wealth of online resources.