Mountaintop Agility Dogs

08/28/2026

07/27/2026

Monday morning agility mantra 🧡

07/21/2026

NO CLASSES THIS WEEK!!!

07/06/2026

𝑰𝒇 𝒀𝒐𝒖 𝑶𝒏𝒍𝒚 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒏 𝑾𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝑻𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒔 𝑳𝒐𝒐𝒌 𝑮𝒐𝒐𝒅… You’re Creating a Trial Problem.

If every training session is set up for success, don’t be surprised when trial day exposes the gaps.

Too many teams:
• Never train under pressure.
• Keep the picture predictable and comfortable.

Then they walk into a trial where the environment changes, nerves show up, distractions are everywhere, and suddenly the behaviors disappear.

Training isn’t about proving your dog can do it when everything is perfect.

It’s about building confidence and understanding when things aren’t.

𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬.

Use training to prepare for them.

07/01/2026

If the dog doesn't take the "right" obstacle, it's your fault. You are the Chief Navigator for your agility team and it is your responsibility to give the dog clear directions way before the dog's line makes a turn. Whether your handling is late or if it was timely, it is your fault. Don't get mad at the dog. Just stop that! In addition to being the Minister of Navigation, you are the Head Trainer. You are the one that trained your dog. If your dog doesn't understand the challenge, that's on you. Don't blame the dog, just take responsibility. Your dog just gave you valuable feedback. Use it.

06/28/2026

Wow, things are not looking good for classes this week! 😭😫🤬