Listen "360: How Handlers Compromise Good Training"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode (24:35) As handlers, we've all been there—our dogs make a mistake, and suddenly, we feel this overwhelming pressure to "fix it" right away. But in our rush to correct the issue, we often sacrifice good training for mediocre training, just to feel like we've accomplished something in the moment. In this episode, Sarah, Jennifer, and Esteban each tackle a common mistake handlers make when addressing common training mistakes (yes, that's a mouthful!). We break down why handlers struggle with these moments and how shifting your mindset can help you prioritize long-term success over short-term fixes. You Will Learn Why handlers feel pressure to "fix" mistakes and how that impacts training The most common handler mistakes when addressing: -Mid-sequence errors (Sarah) -Missed contacts & weave poles (Jennifer) -Start-line issues (Esteban) A mindset shift that will help you prioritize quality training over quick fixes Mentioned Episode 139: The Test/Train/Adjust Cycle
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