Fenzi Dog Sports Podcast

Looking for another way you can teach your dog to use his nose? In this episode Lucy and I talk about teaching your dog to track! Join us to learn a little about training your dog for competition tracking.

Microbiome and gut health has become a hot topic in recent years — join Dr. Jen and I to talk about what you need to know about your dog's digestive health.

Petra and I talk about what it takes to get really pretty heelwork — namely, position, a good focal point, and strong engagement skills.

In this episode Irith and I dive deep into what arousal is, what it means, and what we can do about it. Irith breaks down both the science and the practical, applicable skills we can apply.

Come learn all about this new nosework game! Julie and I chat about what's involved, how to get started, and answer some of the most frequently asked questions about the new sport!

What can commitment do for your agility team? Laurie and I chat about what it means and the difference it can make when playing the game!

Guests Megan Foster, Julie Daniels, Amy Cook, and Erin Lynes discuss the changes that occur during adolescence in dogs and how to navigate through this phase. Topics include emotional preparation, teaching potty routines, addressing separation issues, training vs natural behavior, flexibility in routines, and the need for open conversations about dog adolescence.

Shade Whitesel joins me to talk about how fluent toy play skills allow for more two-way communication during training, and how toy skills can be used to build a faster, better formal retrieve.

What is a threshold? Does it matter? Join Amy and I for a fascinating discussion on how what we know can impact or enable our choices when we're out with our dogs.

What do position changes have to do with maintaining a startline stay? Join Megan and I as we chat about teaching and maintaining your startline... even once you begin competing!