Talking the Versatility of Gun Dog Training with Jo Laurens
05/16/23 • 63 min
What to listen for:
"Basic gun dog training is just good general dog training, really. It’s outside, in a natural environment, in a sort of rural environment where you have all the distractions or environmental reinforcers that every dog is exposed to.”
Discover the world of gun dog training and its incredible benefits for both dogs and dog trainers in this engaging conversation with Jo Laurens, author, instructor, podcaster, and gun dog trainer. Not only will you learn about the foundations of gun dog training, but you'll also see how it’s beneficial to your dog’s overall behavior and obedience.
Our hosts Robin Greubel and Crystal Wing chat with Jo about the essential skills for gun dog training and how they can be translated into general dog training for any breed. You'll learn how understanding the environment as a potential reinforcer can help build a reliable recall and well-trained dog, as well as the benefits of breaking up the chain of behaviors to keep the dog guessing and learning. They also emphasize how these techniques can be used in force-free methods, leading to happier and more successful dogs and trainers.
Stay tuned as they explore Jo's online gun dog training academy, her book Force-Free Gundog Training: The Fundamentals for Success, and the accompanying Workbook. Jo shares her experiences working with different gun dog breeds and the importance of really knowing the breed you're working with.
Key Topics:
- Basics of Gun Dog Training (0:05:31)
- “Environmental Reinforcers” (0:07:42)
- Chain of Behaviors (0:08:57)
- Foundational Behaviors of Gun Dogs (0:11:36)
- Classes Jo is Currently Offering (0:18:54)
- Jo’s Writing Process and Her Books (0:21:04)
- Jo’s Variety of Breeds She’s Had (0:27:03)
- “Working with the Dog in Front of Me” (0:36:44)
- Clicker Retrieve (0:40:36)
- Jo’s Plan for Her Next Book (0:53:35)
- Takeaways (0:57:55)
Resources:
- Force-Free Gundog Training: The Fundamentals for Success (book)
- Force Free Gundog Website (discount code for courses: welcome101)
- Hold The Line (podcast)
We want to hear from you:
- Check out the K9 Detection Collaborative FB page and comment on the episode post!
- K9Sensus Foundation can be found on Facebook and Instagram. We have a Trainer’s Group on Facebook!
- Scentsabilities Nosework is also on Facebook. Here is a Facebook group you should join!
- Crystal Wing K9 Coach can be found here!
- You can follow us for notifications of upcoming episodes, find us at k9detectioncollaborative.com to enjoy the freebies and tell your friends so you can keep the conversations going.
Jingle by: www.mavericksings.com Instagram: @mavericktastic
What to listen for:
"Basic gun dog training is just good general dog training, really. It’s outside, in a natural environment, in a sort of rural environment where you have all the distractions or environmental reinforcers that every dog is exposed to.”
Discover the world of gun dog training and its incredible benefits for both dogs and dog trainers in this engaging conversation with Jo Laurens, author, instructor, podcaster, and gun dog trainer. Not only will you learn about the foundations of gun dog training, but you'll also see how it’s beneficial to your dog’s overall behavior and obedience.
Our hosts Robin Greubel and Crystal Wing chat with Jo about the essential skills for gun dog training and how they can be translated into general dog training for any breed. You'll learn how understanding the environment as a potential reinforcer can help build a reliable recall and well-trained dog, as well as the benefits of breaking up the chain of behaviors to keep the dog guessing and learning. They also emphasize how these techniques can be used in force-free methods, leading to happier and more successful dogs and trainers.
Stay tuned as they explore Jo's online gun dog training academy, her book Force-Free Gundog Training: The Fundamentals for Success, and the accompanying Workbook. Jo shares her experiences working with different gun dog breeds and the importance of really knowing the breed you're working with.
Key Topics:
- Basics of Gun Dog Training (0:05:31)
- “Environmental Reinforcers” (0:07:42)
- Chain of Behaviors (0:08:57)
- Foundational Behaviors of Gun Dogs (0:11:36)
- Classes Jo is Currently Offering (0:18:54)
- Jo’s Writing Process and Her Books (0:21:04)
- Jo’s Variety of Breeds She’s Had (0:27:03)
- “Working with the Dog in Front of Me” (0:36:44)
- Clicker Retrieve (0:40:36)
- Jo’s Plan for Her Next Book (0:53:35)
- Takeaways (0:57:55)
Resources:
- Force-Free Gundog Training: The Fundamentals for Success (book)
- Force Free Gundog Website (discount code for courses: welcome101)
- Hold The Line (podcast)
We want to hear from you:
- Check out the K9 Detection Collaborative FB page and comment on the episode post!
- K9Sensus Foundation can be found on Facebook and Instagram. We have a Trainer’s Group on Facebook!
- Scentsabilities Nosework is also on Facebook. Here is a Facebook group you should join!
- Crystal Wing K9 Coach can be found here!
- You can follow us for notifications of upcoming episodes, find us at k9detectioncollaborative.com to enjoy the freebies and tell your friends so you can keep the conversations going.
Jingle by: www.mavericksings.com Instagram: @mavericktastic
Previous Episode
Talent and Desire and Our K9 Partners
What to listen for:
Today, the Dames of Detection dig deep into the meaning behind talent and desire as these often-subjective terms pertain to the world of dog training and detection work. Our hosts Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing share experiences and stories in an attempt to pin down what it means to have a talented dog or be a talented trainer.
How much of the equation is talent vs. training? What do temperament and genetics have to do with a dog’s success? Our hosts delve into all of this and more in today’s episode!
Key Topics:
- First Thoughts on Talent and Desire in Successful Training (01:20)
- “Genetics do not replace training” (07:25)
- Too Much Pressure Can Ruin a “Genetically Favored” or Talented Dog (18:37)
- Talent and Temperament in Successful Training (30:35)
- What Makes a Talented Dog Trainer? (48:06)
Resources:
- K9 Detection Collaborative episodes with Emily Lawrence: #35, #36, #37
- K9 Detection Collaborative episode 31: Jo-Rosie Introduces Selective Drive
- K9 Detection Collaborative episode 60: Talking Dogs with Tazzie Winkler
- Michael Ellis Puppy Program
- Ikonic Canine
We want to hear from you:
- Check out the K9 Detection Collaborative FB page and comment on the episode post!
- K9Sensus Foundation can be found on Facebook and Instagram. We have a Trainer’s Group on Facebook!
- Scentsabilities Nosework is also on Facebook. Here is a Facebook group you should join!
- Crystal Wing K9 Coach can be found here!
- You can follow us for notifications of upcoming episodes, find us at k9detectioncollaborative.com to enjoy the freebies and tell your friends so you can keep the conversations going.
Jingle by: www.mavericksings.com Instagram: @mavericktastic
Audio editing & other podcast services by: www.thepodcastman.com Instagram: @the_podcast_man
Next Episode
Reflections on the Benefits of Gun Dog Training. Thanks Jo!
What to listen for:
Today, the Dames of Detection Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing reflect on last week’s episode with Jo Laurens on Gun Dog Training. All three agreed that Jo’s teachings are incredibly useful for any kind of search, sport, or working dog. They explore the concept of environmental reinforcement and how it can be utilized to train our dogs effectively. They discuss the importance of competing reinforcers and managing high-drive dogs, and how Jo's teachings have inspired them to create progression plans for their canine companions.
From teaching dogs to hold a point or sit and stay at the flush, to crate training and attachment theory, they cover a range of topics that can help you and your dog succeed in various activities and settings. Don't miss this insightful episode as they reflect on their conversation with Jo Laurens and her invaluable lessons on dog training.
Key Topics:
- Dog Training Evolution and Prioritizing Needs (0:08:45)
- Understanding Environmental Reinforcement (0:12:09)
- Arousal State and Training Dogs (0:16:12)
- Breaking Down the Learning Process into Smaller Pieces (0:23:18)
- Achieving Control at the Point, Flush, and Fall (0:29:20)
- Training Dogs to Drop Objects (0:35:30)
- Additional Dog Training Techniques and Ideas (0:38:46)
- Effective Puppy Crate Training Techniques (0:44:59)
- Training Dogs for Quiet Behavior (0:50:35)
Resources:
- Jo Laurens - Steady! Achieving Control at the Point, Flush & Fall - Date: Thursday, May 25th, 2023
- K9 Detection Collaborative Episode 66 Talking the Versatility of Gun Dog Training with Jo Laurens
- Force-Free Gundog Training: The Fundamentals for Success (book)
- Force Free Gundog Website (discount code for courses: welcome101)
- Hold The Line (podcast)
- Tazzie Winkler
- Chirag Patel - Teaching Drop
- Leslie McDevitt
- Avian Flu Article
We want to hear from you:
- Check out the K9 Detection Collaborative FB page and comment on the episode post!
- K9Sensus Foundation can be found on Facebook and Instagram. We have a Trainer’s Group on Facebook!
- Scentsabilities Nosework is also on Facebook. Here is a Facebook group you should join!
- Crystal Wing K9 Coach can be found here!
- You can follow us for notifications of upcoming episodes, find us at k9detectioncollaborative.com
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