Episode 12: Danette Chorney Interview

Update: 2025-09-16

Description

In this episode of the Canine Connection podcast, Danette Chorney shares her journey into dog sports, particularly focusing on rally obedience. She discusses her transition from obedience to rally, the importance of understanding rally rules, and the significance of engagement in training. Danette also highlights the challenges faced by competitors, the resources available for rally training, and the design of effective rally courses. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the need for praise and engagement to enhance the training experience for both dogs and handlers. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the nuances of dog training, the importance of effective communication with dogs, and the proposed changes in dog sports, particularly regarding the inclusion of a veterans class. They discuss the challenges faced by judges in designing courses and the mental and physical demands of judging at competitions. The conversation emphasizes the need for appreciation of judges' efforts and the importance of creating a positive environment for dogs in competitive settings.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Danette Chorney

01:15 Danette's Journey into Dog Sports

05:05 Transitioning from Obedience to Rally

09:45 Understanding Rally Rules and Judging

15:05 The Differences Between Rally and Obedience

20:23 Engagement and Training in Rally

26:34 Teaching Rally: Challenges and Resources

34:50 Mastering Rally: The Importance of Setup

37:19 Designing Engaging Courses for Dogs

38:35 The Art of Praise: Keeping Dogs Engaged

41:09 The Challenges of Rally Training