Episode 50: Interview With Reni LeBard
In this episode, we meet with Reni who shares her inspiring journey from as a novice sport dog owner. We talk about to overcoming breed-specific challenges with patience, creativity, and advocacy. Pet...
11 Aug 1h 3min
Episode 48: Reading Dogs, Part 2
Petra and Laurie continue discussing how you can learn to read dogs. This discussion emphasizes the importance of observation, understanding behavior cues, and the role of video analysis in training....
3 Aug 57min
Episode 47: 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 Jul 46min
Episode 46: 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 Jul 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 Jul 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 Jun 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 Jun 41min
