OneMind Dogs Blog
Welcome to our blog. It's about... well, dogs. Our favorite thing
Dog and puppy training – Why choose OneMind Dogs?
At OneMind Dogs, we offer more than just effective puppy and dog training. We’re in the business of making dogs’ lives better by helping people become amazing owners and teammates.
Dog agility course running: Reality vs fantasy lines
Have you ever walked a course, come up with what felt like a perfect plan… and then watched your dog run something completely different? Maybe they took a wider line than expected. Maybe they missed a jump entirely. Maybe they added in an obstacle you didn’t intend....
Footwork and Handler Mechanics in Dog Agility
Ever feel like you and your dog are speaking different languages on the agility course? You’re not alone! Agility is often called a dance between dog and handler. If your footwork is off-beat, your canine partner will likely misread the steps. Footwork and handler...
4 reasons your dog is knocking bars in agility (and how to fix it)
In this post, we’ll walk through four common causes of bar knocking in agility and offer clear, actionable solutions based on the OneMind Dogs method.
Dog agility tips: What the OneMind Dogs community wishes they knew at the start
Starting your dog agility journey is exciting, but let’s be real—there are things you don’t know until you’re deep in it. Wouldn’t it be great to skip the frustrating mistakes and train smarter from the beginning? We asked experienced agility handlers in the OneMind...
The power of one jump: Important agility exercises for all dogs
What if we told you that you don’t need an entire agility course to sharpen your dog’s skills? Sometimes, all it takes is one jump! Whether you’re tight on space, looking for low-impact training, or just want to maximize your dog’s understanding of agility, one-jump...
How to stop your dog reacting to cars and other moving things
Why is my dog reacting to cars and other moving things? It's easy to feel embarrassed when your dog is reacting to passing cars, bikes or other moving things, but you're not alone, and it can be fixed! Dogs react to movement for different reasons:🐶 Instinct – Herding...
Myth-busting distance handling in dog agility
Some handlers think distance handling means you send your dog off like a package in the mail and hope they find the right route. Nope! Distance handling is still a team sport—just with a little more room between you.
The truth about dog agility (From the only one who really knows)
As an elite dog agility athlete, I’ve decided it’s time to share the real story. Buckle up, because the truth isn’t always pretty.
Is dog agility an expensive sport?
Dog agility is an exciting way to have fun with your dog, strengthen your connection, and give them a great physical and mental workout. But is it an expensive sport? The short answer: it can be—but it doesn’t have to be! Whether you're just starting out or looking to...
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