Thus, the only time it would probably be wise to use the dog's name is when you need the dog to do a sharp turn and you want to make absolutely sure you have his attention. In an agility run, it is better to have your dog looking ahead so he doesn't accidentally knock a pole because he's busy looking at you. Another reason to not use the dog's name is because you only have so much time to say a command. FAQ home page. Handling, Running silent Handling, Other moves Showing Your Dog.
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