135. What’s Been Getting Our Goat?

In this week's episode of "Found It Fetched It," Jo Perrott, LWDG Founder, and Claire Denyer, LWDG Group Expert, take a humorous yet heartfelt detour from the usual topics. Titled “What’s Been Getting Our Goat?”, Jo and Claire dive into the frustrations and challenges they encounter in the dog training world, especially those influenced by social media.From the impact of bad weather on training sessions to the ongoing debate about working vs. show lines in breeds, they discuss it all. They also address the unrealistic expectations set by social media's portrayal of "overachieving puppies" and the detrimental effects of heavy-handed training methods. Throughout the episode, Jo and Claire emphasise the importance of patience, positive reinforcement, and having fun with your dog.Join Jo and Claire for an engaging and insightful conversation filled with relatable anecdotes and valuable advice. Whether you’re a seasoned trainer or just starting your journey, this episode is sure to resonate with you.Tune in for a blend of humour and heartfelt advice.Thanks for being here. If this episode gave you something, a laugh, a lightbulb, or just the feeling that someone gets it, that's exactly why we make it.📚 Not sure where to start with your gundog training? Grab the LWDG Gundog Progress Gap Map. Work out where you exactly where you are and what to work on next, no more guessing needed.