Tails from the Trial | Episode Featuring Vanessa & Macee 🐾 Welcome back to Tails from the Trial, the podcast that brings the world of dog sports to life—one story at a time! In this episode, your host Jazz sits down with two passionate dog sport competitors, Vanessa and Macee, after their halftime performance with the Ozark Lunkers, to talk about their unique journeys, the highs and lows of trialing, and the unforgettable moments that make the dog sport community so special. Whether you're brand new to the ring or a seasoned handler, you'll find something to relate to—and laugh about! Tune in for real conversations, real dogs, and real-life tales from the trial field. Presented by Dog Sports Events – It's Little League for Your Dog! Drop your favorite takeaway from the episode in the comments and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your fellow dog sport lovers!

PODCAST DATA May 8 2025 Tails from the Trials EPISODE 5 Balance in Dog Sports Rate, Comment, Share! trialtails@dogsportsevents.com BRIEF SUMMARY OF EPISODE In this episode we start the conversation on why finding balance in  your dog sports journey is so important. We dive into Aubrey’s story and how she’s going about finding joy and balancing life with sports and dogs! This is the first interview in our series! BULLET POINTS OF KEY TOPICS & CHAPTER MARKERS Intro [00:00] Start of Balance in Dog Sports [04:00] How We Met [05:27] Balance Part 2 [14:50] Plan for this Year [24:58]

🎬 Episode 5 – Preparing for Your First Dog Sport Trial | Tails from the Trials Podcast Getting ready for your first agility, obedience, rally, scent work, or weight pull trial? In this episode, we walk you through exactly how to prepare so you and your dog feel confident, calm, and ready to shine! 🌟 Whether you're just starting out or want a smoother trial experience, we’re breaking down everything you need to know—before, during, and after your big day. 👇 Timestamps Intro 0:00 Last Trial Recap 1:07 Before Your First Trial 8:43 Day of the Trial 40:53 After the Trial 52:39 Training Tip 57:24 📌 Key Tips We Cover: How to prep for success without overtraining Why trial etiquette and paperwork matter Must-have gear to pack for your first trial Managing nerves with breathing, routines & mindset Reflecting on what went well (and what to work on next time) 🐾 Pro Tip: If the trial offers FEO (For Exhibition Only) runs—take it! It’s a great low-pressure way to help your dog learn. 💬 Have questions or want to share your first trial experience? Drop a comment below—we’d love to hear from you! 📲 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode of Tails from the Trials!

March 20 2025 Tails from the Trials EPISODE 3 Community in Dog Sports Rate, Comment, Share! trialtails@dogsportsevents.com BRIEF SUMMARY OF EPISODE In this episode we start the conversation on why finding your dog sports community is so important. We dive into the stories given to us by club and community members. We end the episode with a skill to work on and a teaser for April’s episode! BULLET POINTS OF KEY TOPICS & CHAPTER MARKERS Intro [0:00] Training Tip [40:46]

Feb 13 2025 Tails from the Trial Episode 2: Which Dog Sport Is Right For Me? BRIEF SUMMARY OF EPISODE In this episode Jazz and Michelle cover a range of the most common dog sports and give an overview into them and what one can expect getting into the sports! They then rank them using community input from most beginner friendly to most advanced! BULLET POINTS OF KEY TOPICS & CHAPTER MARKERS Welcome/ Overview [0:00] Dogs Best Suited For Which Sports [1:27] Why Dog Sports? [7:42] How To Determine Which Sport My Dog May Like? [9:06] Health Considerations For Sport Dogs [11:58] Dog’s Behaviors that Show What They May Enjoy [23:22] More Praise For Sniffy Sports [28:00] Dog Sports Ranking ft The Midwest Dog Sports Crew (FB) [32:25] Entry Levels [33:39] Mid Tier [37:17] Advanced Sports [47:27] How To Find Classes/ Learn Sports [59:49] Training Tip Nose Touch [1:02:53] Final Words [1:05:33]

January 8 2025 Tails From The Trials Episode 1: Gateway to Dog Sports Rate, Comment, Share! trialtails@dogsportsevents.com BRIEF SUMMARY OF EPISODE In this introductory episode learn about how hosts Jazz and Michelle talk about their history with dog sports, their current dogs, how they met and why they started the podcast. The end of the episode contains a training challenge for the month. KEY TOPICS & CHAPTER MARKERS Intro [0:00] Welcome to the debut episode of our podcast! We're thrilled to have you along for the journey as we explore the world of dog sports, training, and the amazing people who make it all happen. Michelle’s Dogs [0:24] Michelle introduces us to her pack, each with their own unique quirks and talents. From her high-energy Cattle Dog who lives for agility to her senior rescue dogs who excel in scentwork, rally and fitness. Jazz’s Dogs [4:00] Jazz introduces us to their two dogs, littermate mixed breeds who enjoy everything from training for Therapy work to scentwork to tricks and more. Training Background [8:36] Jazz and Michelle talk about their background in training and what certifications they have. What Are Entry Level Sports [13:15] We work to define and give examples of entry level sports for you to get into. How We Met [18:10] Jazz and Michelle recall their initial meeting at a FastCAT fun run and how that evolved into this podcast and business Entry Level Sports Part 2 [26:01] Now that we are back on track, we finish working on the definition of entry level sports and which sports fall into that category. Foundational Skill Challenge [36:28] We give you a skill to work on for the next month that will assist your training for trials.