Canine Connection Podcast

In this conversation, Petra and Laurie discuss the importance of good sportsmanship in competitive environments. They share personal experiences and insights on how competition can affect behavior, th...

25 Aug 202533min

In this episode of the Canine Connection podcast, Petra and Laurie discuss the critical role of mental management in dog training and competition. They explore the importance of self-awareness, emotio...

25 Aug 20251h 14min

In this episode of the Canine Connection podcast, hosts Petra and Laurie welcome AKC judge Esther Zimmerman. Esther shares her extensive experience in dog training and judging, discussing her journey ...

25 Aug 20251h 19min

In this episode of Random Reflections, Petra and Laurie discuss the importance of returning to foundations. They share personal experiences and insights on how revisiting basic skills can enhance a do...

25 Aug 202528min

In this Special Edition episode of the Canine Connection podcast, Laurie and Petra discuss the National Obedience Championship (NOC), sharing insights on the competition's structure, the mental challe...

25 Aug 20251h 18min

In this episode of the Canine Connection podcast, host Petra Ford interviews her student Donald Bruckner about his dog training journey. Students often think they are the only ones struggling. That’s ...

25 Aug 20251h 5min

In this episode of Random Reflections, Petra and Laurie discuss the essential qualities of a good training partner. They emphasize the importance of following instructions, being invested in the train...

25 Aug 202529min

In this episode of the Canine Connection podcast, Petra and Lauri discuss the various reasons why errors occur in dog training, emphasizing the importance of identifying the root cause of these errors...

25 Aug 20251h 23min