Episodes

  • Episode 3 Advocating for Dog and Handler Safety: Risk vs. Reward
    Jun 24 2025

    In this intriguing episode, l examine the advocacy for dogs and handler safety with Special Guest, Roger Ly, Judge, Trial Organizer, Competitor and Multi-time World Team Member. We discuss a recent controversy at the IFCS World Agility Championship and his decision to pull runs. We tackle the risk vs. reward of competition and when to advocate when you feel there is an unsafe factor.

    Laura Bussing, specializes in performance problems for canines and humans

    https://canine-culture.thinkific.com/

    https://www.canineculturecompany.com/

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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • Episode 2: To Fix or Not to Fix - The Pros and Cons of Fix N Go
    Jun 18 2025

    In this episode, we'll discuss the Pros and Cons of whether Fix N Go is a good option for your dog. We will explore through seven (7) Considerations to determine if your dog is a candidate for this aspect of agility. I'll discuss underlying issues, environment, dog's experience, handler's mental state and more. This episode may uncover some things about competition that you've never thought about before. Be sure to FOLLOW and click on the links below that accompany the show!

    Link to Considerations & STrategies for Fix N Go: https://www.canineculturecompany.com/Podcast

    Link to an example of FLOW vs. Fixing: https://youtu.be/jM52CBTsNic

    Link to Online Class: Fabulous Enthusiasm for Faster Course Times: https://canine-culture.thinkific.com/courses/fabulousenthusiasmforfastercoursetimes

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    38 mins
  • Episode 1: Training Mistakes causing Displacement Behavior in Competition
    Jun 10 2025

    In this episode, we'll discuss some of the mistakes we may make in training that could be directly linked to poor performances in competition. We'll talk about displacement behaviors and the mistakes that cause them along with Strategies you can implement right away in training. Learn how your dog is coping with stress in a way that only dogs do.

    Click the links to learn more with Laura:

    https://www.canineculturecompany.com/

    https://canine-culture.thinkific.com/

    More about Laura Bussing, CPDT, CCFT. Your Professional Canine Educator.

    https://www.canineculturecompany.com/About

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    12 mins