In this episode of the Canine Connection podcast, Laurie and Petra interview Laura Holder, a conservation dog handler who discusses her unique work with dogs in environmental conservation. Laura shares her journey from corporate America to training dogs for various detection tasks, including bumblebee nest detection and turtle monitoring. The conversation explores the importance of understanding dog behavior, the challenges of fieldwork, and the benefits of nose work for building confidence in dogs. Listeners will gain insights into the...
In this episode of the Canine Connection podcast, Laurie and Petra interview Laura Holder, a conservation dog handler who discusses her unique work with dogs in environmental conservation. Laura shares her journey from corporate America to training dogs for various detection tasks, including bumblebee nest detection and turtle monitoring. The conversation explores the importance of understanding dog behavior, the challenges of fieldwork, and the benefits of nose work for building confidence in dogs. Listeners will gain insights into the collaborative nature of conservation projects and the vital role that dogs play in protecting endangered species. In this engaging conversation, the speakers delve into the fascinating world of dog training, focusing on the incredible memory and unique personalities of dogs. They discuss the importance of observing dog behavior, innovative training techniques in nose work, and the role of breed in shaping a dog's abilities. The conversation also touches on the mental management required in dog training and the balance between passion and professionalism in the field. Listeners are encouraged to appreciate their dogs as teachers and to observe not only their own dogs but others as well to enhance their training skills.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction to Conservation with Dogs
02:11 Laura's Journey into Dog Training
03:23 The Role of Conservation Dogs
05:13 Ernie's Conservation Work
07:21 Training Dogs for Multiple Species
09:13 Verifying Bumblebee Nests
11:06 Planning Field Work with Dogs
12:29 Field Work Dynamics
13:32 Weather Challenges in Conservation Work
15:27 Energy Management for Working Dogs
17:10 Teaching Dogs to Range
19:31 Self-Taught Skills in Conservation
21:28 Reading Your Dog's Behavior
23:46 The Humbling Nature of Nose Work
25:38 Encouraging Independent Problem Solving
27:20 Building Confidence in Dogs
28:50 Handling Dog Stress in Training
30:34 Resilience in Dog Training
32:21 The Benefits of Nose Work
34:42 Integrating Nose Work with Other Sports
36:40 Final Thoughts on Training and Conservation
40:31 The Incredible Memory of Dogs
42:46 Understanding Dog Personalities in Training
44:38 The Importance of Observing Dog Behavior
48:44 Innovative Training Techniques in Nose Work
54:27 The Role of Breed in Dog Training
59:07 Managing Expectations and Mental Resilience
01:06:07 Balancing Passion and Professionalism
01:13:37 The Journey of Self-Awareness in Dog Training
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