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Mastering the reverse spin in dog agility
OneMind Dogs instructor Lee Elgie shares her thoughts on one of the most versatile handling techniques in agility called the Reverse Spin. If you’ve ever struggled with tight turns, trap obstacles, or a dog with sky-high obstacle focus, this move might be the missing...
5 reasons to start agility training with your dog (at any age)
Many owners tell us agility is their therapy – a time to forget work, worries, and daily stress, and just enjoy the simple happiness of being with their dog.
Your complete dog agility training schedule (from foundations to competition)
One of the biggest questions we hear from agility enthusiasts is: "How often should I train my dog?" And once you ask that, it opens the floodgates to: “What should I train at different ages?” “How long should training sessions be?” “What’s too much or too little?” If...
Balancing obstacle focus and handler focus in dog agility
When your dog has just the right mix of obstacle and handler focus, you’ll notice a smoother, more natural teamwork.
How to get your dog to collect and turn tight in agility
Does your dog fly around the agility course like a rocket, taking wide turns or knocking bars when you need them to tighten up? You’re not alone. Many handlers struggle with teaching collection. And without it, those tight, efficient turns stay out of reach. This post...
I’m just blown away! How OneMind Dogs changed our agility journey
When Cathy first stepped into the world of agility, she wasn’t chasing ribbons or national titles. She just wanted to help her dog Lola
Training dog agility by yourself: how to stay motivated, have fun, and make real progress
Wondering if you can really make progress when training dog agility by yourself, without access to a club or coach? The answer is yes. In fact, training dog agility by yourself can be one of the most rewarding and effective ways to grow as a team with your dog. In the...
Drive and motivation in dog agility: bring out the best in your teammate
Ever had that moment at the start line where your dog seems more interested in sniffing than running? Or maybe they just trot along the course without much enthusiasm, even though you know they can go faster? If you're not sure how to build more drive and motivation...
Is your dog truly happy?
Is your dog happy, or are they bored? You walk your dog. You feed them high-quality food. Maybe you even take them to training classes or play tug in the backyard. But… they still steal socks. Bark at the window. Zoom through the house like a toddler on espresso....
Our mission is to give a happy life to dogs by helping people become amazing dog owners.