Episode 54: Interview with Hannah Nordstrom

Hannah Nordstrom shares her journey from a passionate first-time dog owner to a rally competitor and instructor as well as FAST CAT competitor. Hannah and her Bedlington Terrier Breitling have already accomplished great things! Her passion, positivity and enthusiasm for Breitling and dog training is evident in all she does. Hannah emphasizes the importance of creating a foundation based on building and maintaining a trusting relationship. relationship. In this episode, Hannah and Petra discuss the importance of engagement, relationship-building, and understanding your dog's unique personality in training and dog sports. They share insights on how to foster a positive training environment and the value of patience and consistency. Hannah is also a wonderful ambassador for all dog sports. Her enthusiasm is infectious!CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction and Hannah's background in dog sports01:54 Hannah's journey from puppy to rally champion02:52 How environment challenges reveal training gaps03:56 The structure and excitement of the Rock Invitational05:55 The importance of venue and environment in competitions06:58 Dogs choosing their handlers and the importance of patience08:00 Fast Cat and other sports Hannah competes in09:53 The significance of fitness and muscle building12:07 Breed traits and unique characteristics of Bedlington Terriers12:34 Managing arousal and environment for success14:08 Building a relationship based on trust and confidence16:01 The role of socialization and exposure in training16:04 The significance of giving dogs time to engage17:53 Handling distractions and environmental challenges19:56 Engagement and focus in rally and obedience20:22 Breed differences and individual personalities22:01 The importance of relationship over exercises23:56 Training strategies: breaking down signs and cues24:17 The impact of social media on dog training perceptions26:14 Long-term vision and sacrificing immediate wins27:47 Communication and understanding between handler and dog28:16 Celebrating small wins and building confidence30:00 Adapting training to breed and individual needs32:03 Creating positive associations and neutralizing fears32:32 The importance of positive reinforcement and relationship34:02 The value of patience and incremental progress35:52 The impact of environment and competition stress36:19 Final thoughts and encouragement for trainers and owners38:12 Final thoughts on relationship, engagement, and success in dog sportsCONTACT US:https://www.youtube.com/@canineconnectionpodhttps://www.facebook.com/canineconnectionpodcastPETRA:https://www.facebook.com/petrafordtrainer/www.petrasdogresourcecenter.comLAURIE:https://www.facebook.com/laurie.strimaviciushttps://www.facebook.com/groups/trainme2025