380: Mixed Breed Dogs in Agility

In this episode (41:20) In this episode, Jennifer, Sarah, and Esteban dive into the often-debated world of purpose-bred sport mixes, purpose-bred mixes in general, and how they compare to rescues, mutts, and "All American" dogs. We explore why these dogs exist, why they generate strong opinions, and how much of the controversy is rooted in history, philosophy, and expectations. Most importantly, we unpack how dogs from many backgrounds can thrive in sport while serving very different goals within the broader dog world. You Will Learn The difference between purpose-bred sport mixes, general mixes, mutts, and rescues What the "All American Dog" designation really represents in competition How breed recognition and performance success address different priorities Mentioned/Related Episode 288: Interview with 2-Time Highest Scoring All-American Westminster Winner Lisa Topol All American Dog Ranking by PowerScore for 2025 Sponsored By Canine Handler Fitness Saint Rocco's Treats

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380: Mixed Breed Dogs in Agility is an episode from Bad Dog Agility Podcast by Esteban & Sarah.

This episode is 41:21 long.

This episode was published on Feb 19, 2026.

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