Canine Connection Podcast

<p>In this episode, Petra and Laurie talk about the ongoing journey to get a more relaxed dog in the ring. They talk about using offering as an engagement tool and a way to reduce perceived pressure. They talk about building confidence, managing arousal levels, and fostering a positive relationship with dogs through patience and understanding. They share practical insights and personal experiences to help handlers improve their training approach.</p><p>CHAPTERS:</p><p>00:00 Understanding Dog Behavior and Perception</p><p>03:09 The Importance of Choice in Training</p><p>06:05 Building Engagement Through Play</p><p>09:01 Navigating Training Environments</p><p>12:16 Empowering Dogs Through Agency</p><p>15:09 Shifting the Training Dynamic</p><p>18:18 Recognizing and Addressing Pressure in Training</p><p>27:47 Understanding Ego in Dog Training</p><p>30:23 The Complexity of Arousal in Training</p><p>36:56 Finding the Right Arousal Level</p><p>40:46 Training in the Right Arousal State</p><p>52:40 Building Confidence and Speed in Dogs</p><p>CONTACT US:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@canineconnectionpod">https://www.youtube.com/@canineconnectionpod</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/canineconnectionpodcast">https://www.facebook.com/canineconnectionpodcast</a></p><p>PETRA:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/petrafordtrainer/">https://www.facebook.com/petrafordtrainer/</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.petrasdogresourcecenter.com">www.petrasdogresourcecenter.com</a></p><p>LAURIE:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/laurie.strimavicius">https://www.facebook.com/laurie.strimavicius</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainme2025">https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainme2025</a></p>

<p>In this conversation, Petra, Laurie, and Brenda explore the nuances of dog training, focusing on understanding arousal, pressure, and emotional states. Brenda shares her unique approach to training that emphasizes connection, energy matching, and physiological regulation to achieve harmony and performance. They further explore canine and equine behavior, focusing on arousal management, body language, and training techniques. They emphasize the importance of understanding animal perception, physiological regulation, and the value of experimentation in training. Brenda has a unique perspective and an incredible understanding of dogs, and their language based on her background as a behaviorist, dog trainer and horse trainer. Brenda has had a tremendous influence on Petra’s training and understanding of dogs. So much interesting information to unpack in this episode!</p><p>CHAPTERS:</p><p>00:00 Introduction and Background of Brenda Aloff</p><p>03:38 Understanding Dog Behavior and Arousal</p><p>06:15 The Importance of Connection in Dog Training</p><p>11:26 Energy Matching and Its Role in Training</p><p>20:25 The Art of Training: Balancing Mechanics and Feel</p><p>28:31 Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation in Dogs</p><p>40:08 Understanding Arousal in Dogs</p><p>42:52 Tactile Interventions for Emotional Regulation</p><p>45:58 Practical Applications in Training</p><p>50:59 Managing Arousal Levels in Different Scenarios</p><p>55:52 Self-Regulation and Communication in Dogs</p><p>01:00:51 The Importance of Bodywork and Energy Matching</p><p>01:06:00 Finding the Sweet Spot in Training</p><p>01:10:02 Building Precision and Control in Obedience Training</p><p>01:17:38 Training with Arousal and Obedience</p><p>01:19:11 Understanding Dog Emotions and Body Language</p><p>01:20:47 Perception Differences Between Dogs and Humans</p><p>01:22:49 The Role of Executive Function in Dogs</p><p>01:24:12 Impulse Control in Dogs</p><p>01:26:52 The Importance of Mechanical Skills in Training</p><p>01:28:40 Learning to Read Your Dog</p><p>01:30:03 The Need for Understanding Dog Communication</p><p>01:32:51 Navigating Dog Behavior in Trials</p><p>01:35:20 The Complexity of Dog Body Language</p><p>01:39:14 Experimentation in Dog Training</p><p>01:40:15 The Importance of Data in Training</p><p>CONTACT US:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@canineconnectionpod">https://www.youtube.com/@canineconnectionpod</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/canineconnectionpodcast">https://www.facebook.com/canineconnectionpodcast</a></p><p>PETRA:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/petrafordtrainer/">https://www.facebook.com/petrafordtrainer/</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.petrasdogresourcecenter.com">www.petrasdogresourcecenter.com</a></p><p>LAURIE:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/laurie.strimavicius">https://www.facebook.com/laurie.strimavicius</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainme2025">https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainme2025</a></p>

<p>In this episode, Jenn Michaelis Stellmon shares her insights on training dogs and horses using clicker training, focusing on motivation, frustration tolerance, and generalization. Discover how species differences influence training strategies and learn practical tips for building confidence and resilience in your animals. In this engaging conversation, Jenn shares her insights on training dogs and horses, emphasizing the importance of emotional health, physical soundness, and the power of positive reinforcement. Discover practical strategies for shaping behavior, addressing emotional states, and integrating cross-species training techniques. Jenn emphasizes the importance of observation, and breaking down training down into tiny steps. She discusses how positive reinforcement and understanding emotional states can transform training outcomes and deepen the bond with all animals.</p><p>CHAPTERS:</p><p>00:00 Introduction and Background of Jen Stellmon</p><p>03:07 Training Techniques: Back Chaining and Freestyle</p><p>06:03 Transition to Horse Training: Clicker Training and Rehabilitation</p><p>09:08 Differences in Training: Dogs vs. Horses</p><p>12:10 Frustration and Learning: Managing Expectations</p><p>14:53 Generalization in Training: Dogs vs. Horses</p><p>18:14 The Importance of Agency in Learning</p><p>21:18 Handling Frustration in Training</p><p>24:04 Conclusion and Future Aspirations</p><p>30:28 Navigating Technical Difficulties</p><p>30:46 The Impact of Training on Dog Performance</p><p>35:30 Building Frustration Tolerance in Dogs</p><p>40:21 Understanding Emotional States in Dog Training</p><p>46:49 The Complexity of Dog Training</p><p>54:02 Strategies for Effective Dog Training</p><p>55:59 The Power of Data in Training</p><p>56:30 Exploring Clicker Training in Competitive Dressage</p><p>57:52 Positive Reinforcement: A Shift in Horse Training</p><p>59:47 The Joy of Training: Motivation and Expression</p><p>01:03:28 Innovative Ideas: Horse Training Camps</p><p>01:06:49 Understanding Behavior: The Role of Physical Health</p><p>01:09:29 The Importance of Shaping in Training</p><p>01:13:39 Building Rapport: Baby Steps in Training</p><p>01:17:18 The Challenge of Choosing the Right Horse</p><p>01:19:39 The Balance of Soundness and Relationship in Training</p><p></p><p>CONTACT US:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@canineconnectionpod">https://www.youtube.com/@canineconnectionpod</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/canineconnectionpodcast">https://www.facebook.com/canineconnectionpodcast</a></p><p>PETRA:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/petrafordtrainer/">https://www.facebook.com/petrafordtrainer/</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.petrasdogresourcecenter.com">www.petrasdogresourcecenter.com</a></p><p>LAURIE:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/laurie.strimavicius">https://www.facebook.com/laurie.strimavicius</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainme2025">https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainme2025</a></p><p></p>

<p>In this episode of the Canine Connection Podcast, Petra and Laurie discuss the importance of embracing mistakes in both human and dog training. They explore how mistakes are an integral part of the learning process, emphasizing that errors should not be viewed negatively but rather as valuable information. The conversation highlights the need for trainers to reframe their relationship with mistakes, create a positive learning environment, and communicate effectively with their dogs. They also address the pressure of perfection in dog training and the significance of developing strategies to handle mistakes, ultimately advocating for a more compassionate and understanding approach to training.</p><p> CHAPTERS:</p><p>00:00 Embracing Mistakes as Part of Learning</p><p>12:28 The Importance of Allowing Dogs to Make Mistakes</p><p>24:38 Building Resilience Through Problem Solving</p><p>26:43 The Fascination of Dog Training</p><p>28:16 Embracing Mistakes in Training</p><p>30:58 Understanding the Dog's Experience</p><p>32:21 The Importance of Communication</p><p>36:42 Evaluating Mistakes and Learning</p><p>40:03 The Insanity of Repeated Mistakes</p><p>43:08 Setting Clear Criteria for Training</p><p>46:50 Developing a Training Strategy</p><p> </p><p>FOLLOW US:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@canineconnectionpod">https://www.youtube.com/@canineconnectionpod</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/canineconnectionpodcast">https://www.facebook.com/canineconnectionpodcast</a></p><p>PETRA:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/petrafordtrainer/">https://www.facebook.com/petrafordtrainer/</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.petrasdogresourcecenter.com">www.petrasdogresourcecenter.com</a></p><p>LAURIE:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/laurie.strimavicius">https://www.facebook.com/laurie.strimavicius</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainme2025">https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainme2025</a></p>

<p>In this episode of the Canine Connection Podcast, Petra and Laurie discuss the importance of life skills in dog training, emphasizing that understanding a dog's personality and behavior is crucial for effective training. They highlight the need for safety skills like recalls and stays. They discuss how life skills impact performance training. The conversation also covers the role of observation in understanding a dog's needs and motivations, and how past experiences can influence current behavior. The episode concludes with a reminder that training is an ongoing process that requires consistency and patience.</p><p>CHAPTERS:</p><p>00:00 Introduction and Seminar Insights</p><p>03:09 The Importance of Life Skills in Dog Training</p><p>06:21 Understanding Your Dog's Personality</p><p>09:08 Safety and Recall Training</p><p>12:17 The Role of Consistency in Training</p><p>15:10 Addressing Impulse Control and Relationship Dynamics</p><p>18:18 Maintaining Training Standards Over Time</p><p>22:10 Understanding Dog Behavior and Personality</p><p>25:18 Training Techniques Based on Dog's Nature</p><p>30:06 The Importance of Objective Observation</p><p>34:10 Emotional Detachment in Training</p><p>37:11 Life Skills and Responsibility in Dog Training</p><p>FOLLOW US:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@canineconnectionpod">https://www.youtube.com/@canineconnectionpod</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/canineconnectionpodcast">https://www.facebook.com/canineconnectionpodcast</a></p><p>PETRA:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/petrafordtrainer/">https://www.facebook.com/petrafordtrainer/</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.petrasdogresourcecenter.com">www.petrasdogresourcecenter.com</a></p><p>LAURIE:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/laurie.strimavicius">https://www.facebook.com/laurie.strimavicius</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainme2025">https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainme2025</a></p>