Training you know what to do - the exercises , the timing and rewards - but there's something missing. Why I believe listening to our dogs and trying to understand how they are feeling can really help our partnership. Training is a two way conversation and our dogs are talking to us all the time we just don't always hear them.

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What are the best rewards to use when training ?

We discuss food, toys and more in today's episode .

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In this episode we talk about everything from choosing a puppy for Canine Hoopers , to rough outlines of what I like to do training wise with young dogs. Life skills is a big part of young dog training for us and is hugely beneficial for dogs if they are to be successful and happy doing the sport we enjoy.

Over the years of raising my own and teaching hundreds of puppy classes over the years I have a developed a great foundation programme - The Big 5 which has helped lots of puppies and their owners. It is now available online in bite sized videos as a self directed programme. You can find it here https://melanie-s-site-7db3.thinkific.com/courses/Big5Foundations

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This episode looks at the routine I follow for my warm up /cool down with my border collie Blitz. I find having a routine helps prepare us both physically and mentally for running the Hoopers course.

It also can highlight areas to keep an eye on that may need attention whilst they are just a niggle before they become a major concern.

It's always a good idea to consult a professional to get tailored advice for your individual dog. We have the fantastic local Veterinary Physio Beth who visits us every 7 weeks and helps keep Blitz in top form https://www.bfhveterinaryphysiotherapy.co.uk/

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Behind the Scenes of a Hoopers Show This episode is all about the hidden layers of show organising — the decisions, the prep, the tiny details that shape the whole experience long before entries even open. Whether you’re an organiser, a volunteer, or just someone who loves understanding how things work, you’ll get a real sense of the care and thought that goes into making a show feel fair, friendly, and well‑run.

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Today we are talking about the human end of the lead. Competition nerves, anxiety ,why it happens and what we can do to help us both in preparation and in the moment.

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We chat To Evie who competes mainly with her cocker spaniel and judged her first Hoopers competition when she was 16 years old. We get her experience as a junior handler and judge and her views on what the future could hold for for juniors wanting to be involved in Hoopers.

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Not every dog immediately thrives in the Hoopers competition ring. Some dogs stress down and are easily spotted , some stress up and some dogs are just over aroused. Some of the basics are a good starting point for all dogs. Some issues need specific steps to help build the confidence ready for the show environment. It can take a very long time and its important to go at the dog's pace.

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We talk about what we can do when walking a course to optimize our chances of success when we come to navigate it with our dog.

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Lots of training for Canine Hoopers can look similar. Although there will be differences between what instructors choose to teach first and a beginners course syllabus. Here I share a glimpse at what my Beginners Course can look like. As always its not set in stone as it is adapted to the dogs and owners within the class. Also dogs like us can have off days. This is generally what my beginners will be introduced to over the course of around 6 weeks. To keep up to date and for free training tips sign up to date sign up to our newsletter https://mailchi.mp/666a253bcd30/pawesome-dog-training-cumbria-newsletter and also follow our new Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/people/Canine-Hoopers-Club/61579531480456/