What to listen for:

“I think I've made a lot of personal growth. I was okay with it. I was like, ‘you know, what? Yeah, it's a bummer.’ Powder did the best she could have done and I'm human. And you know, what, 15 seconds? Well, whatever, who cares? And so then the next summit the next weekend, she won high in trial.”

Our hosts Stacy Barnett, Robin Greubel, and Crystal Wing share their latest experiences and accomplishments in canine detection training. In this part-two episode, Robin and Stacy continue their stories, wins, and lessons learned from recent summits and recertification.

The Dames of Detection dig deeper into their recent experiences so we can learn from their wins and struggles. Our hosts bring us into their shoes, reminding us of the personal growth and mental preparation required for such high-stakes competitions and certifications.

Key Topics:

• Standout Moments During Recertification (0:01:34)
• Getting Past Basic Skills and on to the Fun Stuff (0:06:24)
• Starting the Test and Protocol (0:10:11)
• Bonding During Recertification (0:15:55)
• Robin’s Goals and Challenges after Recertification (0:19:10)
• Missing the Cutoff by just 15 Seconds (0:21:04)
• Having Three Trials Back-to-back (0:27:24)
• A Memorable Search that Stands Out to Stacy (0:35:28)
• Blank Areas and Bonus Points (0:43:29)
• Balancing the Competitive Nature of Dog Trials with the Joy of Participating (0:53:21)
• Stacy’s Goals and Challenges She’s Excited About (0:56:51)

Resources:

Stacy's Online December Classes:

• NW170: Building Blocks of Nosework - Before Odor: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/courses/20521
• NW175: Fun with FUNdamentals: Progress Games for Success: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/courses/26652
• NW440: Spectacular Sourcing Skills Soup to Nuts: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/courses/30600
• K9 Detection Collaborative Episodes 88, 89, and 91 with Lee Laubach

We want to hear from you:

• Check out the K9 Detection Collaborative FB page
• K9Sensus Foundation can be found on Facebook and Instagram. We have a Trainer’s Group on Facebook!
• Scentsabilities Nosework is also on Facebook. Here is a Facebook group you should join!
• Crystal Wing K9 Coach can be found here at CB K9 and here at Evolution Working Dog Club. Also, check out her Functional Obedience Class here.
• Find us at k9detectioncollaborative.com to enjoy the freebies, and tell your friends so you can keep the conversations going.