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377: Wait Your Turn

377: Wait Your Turn

Bad Dog Agility Podcast · Esteban & Sarah

January 29, 202626m 50s

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In this episode (26:49)

In this episode, Jennifer, Sarah, and Esteban talk about the often ignored reality of agility: most of the time, dogs are not running, they are waiting. They explore why "waiting your turn" is a human concept, how dogs experience these in between moments through anticipation or regulation, and why early anticipation can lead to anxiety for some dogs while others switch on and off easily. The conversation highlights the importance of noticing how much waiting exists and being intentional about what dogs are actually doing during that time.

You Will Learn
  • Why "waiting your turn" is not a personality trait, but a set of skills shaped by arousal, uncertainty, and environment
  • How dogs experience "waiting" through anticipation, regulation, or disengagement rather than passive stillness
  • Why minimizing or reshaping waiting periods can be more effective than trying to train dogs to endure them
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