by Cara Armour
Are you ready? I'm here to edutain (educate and entertain) you about the world of dog sports, primarily agility. Join me as I discuss my journey, and share successes, laughs and failures. I'll talk about training and effective ways to work with your teammate. I'll also speak with special guests & other trainers. My hope is to help you grow in the sport we all love. Every journey is different, but they all start with the startline.
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April 8, 2025
<p>As you may know I work for a pet first aid & CPR company. In first aid, pressure is used to stop or slow the flow of blood. It’s applied intentionally to interrupt the body’s natural process in a life-saving way.</p><p>In agility, pressure can be equally powerful—when used well. We apply it to converge on a line, to steer our dogs off a wrong course, or to ramp up intensity with our own acceleration. That’s the good kind of pressure—smart, purposeful, and effective. But just like in first aid, if pressure is applied too forcefully, too often, or in the wrong place… it can cause harm. And I’m seeing that more and more in the ring—handlers unintentionally applying too much or the wrong kind of pressure on their dogs, and it’s backfiring.</p><p><br></p><p>Listen for tips on how to recognize bad pressure and stop yourself from applying it. </p>
November 15, 2024
Host Zach Bitter discusses how to prevent the poison of disappointment from winning in our runs and relationships by taking control and staying motivated.
August 5, 2024
<p>I'm known to have EVERYTHING a person could need when away from home, even probably more than most people have in their home but I carry it in a convenient tool bag. From safety pins and measuring tape to pain relievers and stomach soothers, I am known as CVS - Cara's Variety Service.</p> <p>While I might be a handy individual to have at the agility trial, there is nothing stopping you from being this prepared. I review what's in my bag, provide a list, go over what I have in my car and a few things in my home that have made living with dogs easier (and cleaner).</p> <p>After I finished recording I saw plenty more items to mention but just figured I will have to do a V2 of this episode. </p> <p>Below are the links to some of the products I recommend. Full disclosure, only the rug link and Cody's Creations do I get credit for, both awesome companies give me a discount when I buy from them again. I might be all set on rugs for now, but I can always use another collar! </p> <p>Don't need a new rug or collar but still want to keep me going? Consider giving a little here startlinepod.com - just hit the donate button top left. </p> <p><strong>Links</strong></p> <p>Not the exact <a href="https://a.co/d/cHNsfoC" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">bag but a similar one</a>, same size </p> <p><a href="https://a.co/d/dVn9LaG" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Cleaner</a> I love </p> <p><a href="https://snwbl.io/tumble/FRIEND-196133" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Tumble Rugs</a> - washable rugs I love get $40 off with that link</p> <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070444891810" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Xtreme Stitch </a>- incredible agility leash/collar combos </p> <p><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/codyscreations" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Cody's Creations</a> - amazing collars, leashes and more! Get 15% off with discount code "startline"</p> <p><a href="https://www.catanddogfirstaid.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Cat and Dog First Aid & CPR </a> - use discount code "startline" for 20% off and learn how to save your dog (or cat) NOW! </p> <p><br></p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/startlinepod/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/startlinepod/support</a>
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