<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of the Canine Connection podcast, Petra and Laurie delve into the challenge of getting the same dog in the ring as in training. They talk about managing and sometimes modifying our expectations to meet the individual personality traits of the dog. They discuss training in the same arousal state the dog presents in trialing, while always working towards an ideal end picture. The conversation emphasizes the significance of patience, communication, and the acceptance of each dog's unique qualities, while also addressing the pressures trainers face in achieving their goals. Ultimately, the episode highlights the ongoing journey of learning and adapting in the world of dog training.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;CHAPTERS:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 The Journey of Training Dogs&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;02:59 Understanding Dog Behavior in Trials&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;06:01 The Challenge of Arousal States&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;09:09 Accepting Individual Dog Personalities&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;12:13 The Importance of Positive Reinforcement&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;15:24 Finding Balance in Training Methods&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;18:10 The Role of Pressure in Performance&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;21:15 Reinforcing Confidence in Dogs&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;23:57 The Impact of Expectations on Training&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;27:05 The Reality of Different Breeds&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;30:12 The Never-Ending Process of Dog Training&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;FOLLOW US:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@canineconnectionpod"&gt;https://www.youtube.com/@canineconnectionpod&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/canineconnectionpodcast"&gt;https://www.facebook.com/canineconnectionpodcast&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;PETRA:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/petrafordtrainer/"&gt;https://www.facebook.com/petrafordtrainer/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.petrasdogresourcecenter.com"&gt;www.petrasdogresourcecenter.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;LAURIE:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/laurie.strimavicius"&gt;https://www.facebook.com/laurie.strimavicius&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainme2025"&gt;https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainme2025&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Canine Connection Podcast

Petra Ford & Laurie Winter Strimavicious

Episode 30: Experimenting

FEB 17, 202670 MIN
Canine Connection Podcast

Episode 30: Experimenting

FEB 17, 202670 MIN

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<p>In this episode of the Canine Connection podcast, Petra and Laurie delve into the challenge of getting the same dog in the ring as in training. They talk about managing and sometimes modifying our expectations to meet the individual personality traits of the dog. They discuss training in the same arousal state the dog presents in trialing, while always working towards an ideal end picture. The conversation emphasizes the significance of patience, communication, and the acceptance of each dog's unique qualities, while also addressing the pressures trainers face in achieving their goals. Ultimately, the episode highlights the ongoing journey of learning and adapting in the world of dog training.</p><p>CHAPTERS:</p><p>00:00 The Journey of Training Dogs</p><p>02:59 Understanding Dog Behavior in Trials</p><p>06:01 The Challenge of Arousal States</p><p>09:09 Accepting Individual Dog Personalities</p><p>12:13 The Importance of Positive Reinforcement</p><p>15:24 Finding Balance in Training Methods</p><p>18:10 The Role of Pressure in Performance</p><p>21:15 Reinforcing Confidence in Dogs</p><p>23:57 The Impact of Expectations on Training</p><p>27:05 The Reality of Different Breeds</p><p>30:12 The Never-Ending Process of 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><p></p><p></p>