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In this episode of the Canine Connection podcast, Petra and Laurie discuss the intricacies of trial day for dog sports, focusing on the superstitions and routines that many handlers adopt to cope with performance anxiety. They explore the importance of having a structured plan, managing stress, and ensuring that both the handler and the dog are mentally prepared for the challenges of competition. The conversation emphasizes the need for acclimation, the significance of focus, and the necessity of bridging the gap between training and trialing to achieve optimal performance.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction to Trial Day Superstitions
02:28 The Role of Routines in Performance
05:03 Managing Stress and Expectations
07:48 The Importance of Acclimation for Dogs
10:35 Creating a Trial Day Plan
13:16 Mental Management Techniques
16:07 The Impact of Focus on Performance
18:55 Training vs. Trialing: Bridging the Gap
21:28 Final Thoughts on Preparation and Mindset
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PETRA:
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www.petrasdogresourcecenter.com
LAURIE:
https://www.facebook.com/laurie.strimavicius
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By Petra Ford & Laurie Winter Strimavicious5
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In this episode of the Canine Connection podcast, Petra and Laurie discuss the intricacies of trial day for dog sports, focusing on the superstitions and routines that many handlers adopt to cope with performance anxiety. They explore the importance of having a structured plan, managing stress, and ensuring that both the handler and the dog are mentally prepared for the challenges of competition. The conversation emphasizes the need for acclimation, the significance of focus, and the necessity of bridging the gap between training and trialing to achieve optimal performance.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction to Trial Day Superstitions
02:28 The Role of Routines in Performance
05:03 Managing Stress and Expectations
07:48 The Importance of Acclimation for Dogs
10:35 Creating a Trial Day Plan
13:16 Mental Management Techniques
16:07 The Impact of Focus on Performance
18:55 Training vs. Trialing: Bridging the Gap
21:28 Final Thoughts on Preparation and Mindset
FOLLOW 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

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