271: All About the Tunnel – Part 1
Bad Dog Agility Podcast · Esteban & Sarah
December 17, 202031m 42s
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Show Notes
In this episode (31:41)
In this podcast, Sarah, Jennifer, and Esteban show why the tunnel may be a far more complex obstacle than most competitors realize.
You Will Learn- The handling impact of curving or straightening a tunnel.
- How tunnels interact with different dog heights.
- Whether you should train on light or dark-colored tunnels.
- How to properly bag and anchor your tunnel.
- What length tunnel you should train on.
- If "tunnel suckers" actually exist.
- Why handlers shouldn't get too close to the tunnel.
- How to cue tight turns after the tunnel.
- When to time your verbal cues for the next obstacle after a tunnel.
- How to handle common tunnel traps.
- Sarah's Tunnel Bag Recommendation: https://www.tunelypropsy.cz/en/articles/stabilization-bags/fixation-bag-sara/. Customers in the USA can contact Mary Ellen Barry at [email protected] to place an order.
- Water bags are becoming a popular way to weight your bags rather than dirt. You can pour out the water before transporting bags and refill anywhere there is a hose: https://smartbottleinc.com/product/5-3-gallon