In this episode (40.25)

In this episode, Sarah and Esteban talk about three different phases with respect to the start line behavior, and common mistakes made by trainers in each phase.

You Will Learn

• The most common start line mistakes that handlers make in trials, in practices, and during retraining.
• The concept of ring sustainable training.
• Why Esteban never rewards a dog in position at the start line.
• A sneaky way to train and proof start lines in the trial environment.
• How elephants avoid predators.

Mentioned/Related

• Episode 3: Start Line Stays; Online Agility Classes
• Teaching a Focused Start Line Stay
• Does Your Dog Check Out When You Lead Out? (Facebook Live)
• Episode 34: Retraining Your Start Line Stay in Dog Agility
• Rock Solid Start Line Stays in Dog Agility
• Episode 111: The Myth of the Ring-Wise Dog