In this Episode, I get the inside scoop on the historic European Open with Team USA member and World Champion, Dudley Shumate. We discuss the rise of USA Agility's success on the world stage, the ISC Program and the mental challenges of competing at the highest level. Dudley shares great insights into her preparation for this event and gives some great advice on upping your skills.

In this episode, I discuss how you can grow your dog's skills in the ring by strategically leveraging FEO. Think of these as "Fluency Evaluation Opportunities"! I'll discuss the 4 phases of learning and how the agility organizations have provided us with a vital tool in team development. I'll give you ideas on how to do FEO with a food motivated dog too! Online Class links below:

Arousal Management for Excited Dogs -

https://canine-culture.thinkific.com/courses/ring-impulse-control

Ring Stress

https://canine-culture.thinkific.com/courses/ring-stressed

My website:

https://www.canineculturecompany.com/

In this episode, Ashley Deacon and Kim Fuqua join me to discuss the trends with youth handlers and how to attract and support them in your community with grassroots efforts. Ashley will share his insights to the recent Youth Championships and Kim will share important considerations of being a Junior handler's parent. Both give ideas on growing junior handler programs in your area.

Links below:

Boundless Junior Agility Camps https://bjaco.com/

Stars of Tomorrow Junior Camp https://mwagilityclub.com/2025/06/04/october-11-12-2025-stars-of-tomorrow-junior-agility-camp/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLQE0xleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFDc21VYmh1bHUwUWxLUHBoAR7snJ0HxbDrhtXIdJ436p33HXAndizdtj6gUpEjat95h8bYjQTQlFtHnau5bg_aem_6xlJ7n4jV132CRjQhzkhjg