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 Juli 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 Juli 45min
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 Juni 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 Juni 41min
Episode 42: Interview with Ariel Wolf
In this interview, dog trainer Ariel Wolf shares her journey with non-traditional breeds like German Wirehaired Pointers and Dachshunds, highlighting innovative training techniques, overcoming challen...
15 Juni 1h 10min
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 Juni 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 Juni 48min
