In this episode, Petra and Laurie welcome Zycho, Petra's new puppy. They share insights on puppy development, training, and trialing, emphasizing the importance of patience, observation, and learning from mistakes. They also talk about what it means to be an “experienced” trainer and competitor…it’s likely not what you think!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction to puppy development and training insights
02:01 Puppy self-sufficiency and rapid learning examples
04:01 Training eye contact and engagement in puppies
07:53 Adjusting training margins and building confidence
11:54 Managing multiple dogs and space in training
16:04 Dealing with surprises and mistakes in trials
19:58 Learning from trial setbacks and mistakes
24:03 Handling high drive and genetic instincts in detection dogs
28:01 Training for distractions and environmental challenges
31:55 The importance of experience and trialing in learning
36:00 Balancing expectations and patience in training
40:02 Celebrating successes and maintaining perspective
44:59 Final thoughts on dog training and trialing journey
CONTACT US:
https://www.youtube.com/@canineconnectionpod
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PETRA:
https://www.facebook.com/petrafordtrainer/
www.petrasdogresourcecenter.com
LAURIE:
https://www.facebook.com/laurie.strimavicius
https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainme2025
