
Reading Dogs, Part 1
Petra and Laurie start the discussion with Petra's new experience in the sport of nosework. They then discuss the nuances of reading dogs, emphasizing data collection, observation skills, and the impo...
20 Heinä 0s

Mental Management for Meaningful Events
In this episode, Petra and Laurie discuss mental management strategies for events that are extra meaningful to you, focusing on handling nerves, staying focused, and maintaining perspective to perform...
13 Heinä 45min

Episode 45: Flexibility In Training
In this episode, Petra and Laurie discuss the importance of flexibility, patience, and kindness in dog training and competitions. They share practical tips on how to adapt to unexpected situations, le...
6 Heinä 36min

Episode 44: Challenges Build Resilience
In this episode, Petra and Laurie explore the importance of challenging dogs during training to foster resilience, confidence, and long-term learning. They discuss practical strategies for making trai...
29 Kesä 46min

Episode 43: Importance of Acclimation
This episode explores the critical importance of acclimation for dogs in training and competition environments. Petra and Laurie share practical insights on how to read your dog's signals, establish r...
22 Kesä 41min

Episode 41: Interview with Annette Flippen Pierce
In this episode, Petra and Laurie chat with Annette Flippen Pierce, a professor at NYU and an accomplished dog trainer, about the fascinating parallels between motivational psychology and dog training...
8 Kesä 1h 8min

Episode 40: Increasing Reinforcement in Rally & All Sports
With so much talk about reducing reinforcement we often lose sight of the fact that REINFORCEMENT drives behavior. We need reinforcement! It's important information! And information is motivating. To ...
1 Kesä 48min



















