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Episode 35: Empowerment Using Offering
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- Canine Connection Podcast
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- Mar 30, 2026
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- 3363
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Summary
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. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Understanding Dog Behavior and Perception 03:09 The Importance of Choice in Training 06:05 Building Engagement Through Play 09:01 Navigating Training Environments 12:16 Empowering Dogs Through Agency 15:09 Shifting the Training Dynamic 18:18 Recognizing and Addressing Pressure in Training 27:47 Understanding Ego in Dog Training 30:23 The Complexity of Arousal in Training 36:56 Finding the Right Arousal Level 40:46 Training in the Right Arousal State 52:40 Building Confidence and Speed in Dogs CONTACT US: https://www.youtube.com/@canineconnectionpod https://www.facebook.com/canineconnectionpodcast PETRA: https://www.facebook.com/petrafordtrainer/ www.petrasdogresourcecenter.com LAURIE: https://www.facebook.com/laurie.strimavicius https://www.facebook.com/groups/trainme2025