152. Becoming Your Own Competition
Description
Podcast host Jo Perrott and LWDG experts Claire Denyer and Jemma Martin discuss the importance of making gundog training a personal journey. They highlight setting achievable goals, being your own competition, and the value of community support. They chat about the importance of realistic expectations, celebrating small wins, and how to manage training challenges. Encouragement for new dog owners to build a bond with their pets and enjoy the puppy stage is also shared. The episode concludes with advice on balancing training with daily life and the benefits of tracking progress.
00:00 Introduction to Ladies Weaving Dog Group
00:38 Being Your Own Competition
04:13 Setting Realistic Goals
07:49 The Importance of Community Support
10:58 Tracking Progress and Celebrating Wins
24:06 Advice for New Puppy Owners
26:44 Balancing Training and Daily Life
34:23 Conclusion and Free Resources