Redefining Expertise In Dog Training And What Counts More Than Years Of Experience

[@DogsThat]

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[@UNbalancedDogTrainer]

Another incredible message. Gem: Amount of time spent repeating the exact same pattern does not equal expertise. Thank you, Susan!

[@GiveaSitDogTraining]

Listened to the podcast version of this and took your advice to comment here to reach out. I want to thank you for the reassurance, that experience alone is not what makes a good trainer. I have been a CPDT-KA for two years, a trainer for five. And in my time of being curious enough to accomplish my credentials and embrace all the continued learning that comes with being a CPDT, I have grown more in two years than the 3 years before. I love looking back and seeing how far I have come. I embrace the mistakes I made because I bravely choose to change. I’m confident to take on the tuff clients and secure enough to know when to reach out for help. Thank you for the inspiration. Elle CPDT-KA

[@maikibordercollie]

This makes so much sense. I have been a teacher for 40 years and a life coach for 15 years and I would say that both of these fields are areas where it would be very easy to LOSE skills rather than sharpen them as you gain years of experience. It can be too easy to get sloppy and do the same things in the same ways, instead of continually growing, being creative and innovative. In my circles, we have a phrase that probably equates to your "growth minded experience." We say, "being a lifelong learner." And if I were to redefine "expertise,' I would say that it's about having confidence and ongoing (or increasing) success in your field, rather than just having a growing number of years on your CV.

[@nesebsen3779]

ACCEPT THE FEEDBACK... today's gem. It is soooo difficult sometimes. Especially today after day 6 game. Thank you Susan.

[@Lilithliin]

Susan you and your team outdo yourselves time and time again and it is you all who have true expertise that shows in everything you do and how you present it and how much you all love dogs and help us

[@skyblue-lb9kr]

Thank you, Susan, for inspiring us to bond, be a team and grow together!

[@petraferg11]

Thank you Susan! This is soo true. Having worked as a veterinary tech for more than 20 years I certainly have seen veterinarians and technicians who have years of experience but practice the same way as when they came out of school. I was lucky to work at a practice where continuous learning was encouraged and new practices were readily accepted. Unfortunately that is not always true in the veterinary field. And of course it is the same with dog training. I found you and the Recallers program after I had gotten a puppy, the first in many years and realized after a while that my training efforts did not fit my dog. So I looked for alternatives and found you. After just 1yr I have seen such good results and a much improved connection with my dog. Such a great podcast again.❤

[@MaryPoppyMom]

Thank you, Susan. A great podcast. In this time of turmoil and vitriol swirling around the dog training world, your grace, positivity and integrity are encouraging and supportive, to we who are working toward having the very best life with our dogs. Thank you for being here for us and for being our biggest, “Fan”! ❤️

[@DE-ss5ks]

Another fabulous video. This is all so true so I joined Recallers : ) 5 years in. You are willing to continue learning via the guests you have on as well. Great program! Thank you!

[@lindamikeworth4401]

Your videos are going way beyond training dogs to training folks in life skills and living in this complex world. My husband, a businessman who taught life skills for years, appreciates the dog training tips that point back to disciplining one's own emotions and behavior to successfully relate to others (as well as our own reactive pup). We so appreciate your positivity! It's easy to see one's own mistakes and think of giving up. Thanks for all the encouragement!

[@smokeyfuma]

Great Video 📹 I Appreciate your Informations 🐶

[@MsWynston]

Thank you Susan! Makes so much sense!

[@DogsThat]

Thank you! ❤️

[@katebrown618]

Really appreciated this message!

[@joannaycwang2706]

Love this episode. ❤

[@robinrutherfordcost4748]

Lol, had FETCH class graduation with my younger Dobe the other day. He went out after the ball and promptly started looking for hides/treats from Nose Work classes. Yeah, would actually prefer Nose Work Mom. Ok Zoso, Nose Work it is. Class starts Saturday morning. He's probably thinking Finally! And just now, sent him in to wake up my husband whose alarm went off. He comes back in as if to say, uh yeah, need a bit more help. My husband was sound asleep, like completely out of it. It's amazing what our dogs can conveigh when we are willing to actually listen, right!?! Just signed up for Brain Games with his older brother Red Zeppelin. And my Beagle/JRT mix just graduated from her second Rodeo Dog class. Soon we'll be competing - fingers crossed. Thank you Susan for this informative video!

[@beckyoak]

100% true!!!! I've been a teacher since 1995 and experience does NOT mean expertise! I especially feel this when I hire new staff with their fresh ideas and perspectives. I regularly have to check myself, re-learn, reflect, evolve. Our 4mth old puppy will arrive at the end of the year and I'm so nervous to step outside my comfort zone and so terrified to mess the poor thing up. My "experience" is childhood family dogs and "obedience classes" with choker chains 🤦🏻‍♀️. But, as I always say to my students, "we can learn so much from our mistakes. We are a team." Thank you again, Susan and Team xxx

[@sloou]

I don't understand how is this possible but this podcast is soooooo incredibly consistent in quality. How do you even come up with so many great and gem-packed podcast ideas?! I'm totally jealous 🥲

[@spalmer8819]

This is such an inspirational video, thank you ❤

[@Islandflats]

A Growth mindset is so important nowadays. Many years ago I was pretty rigid in my training methods until I had a dog that really wasn't responding/happy with training. Because of that dog my methodology changed and she made me better and more open to stepping out of my training comfort zone. She still had anxiety issues but is the best trained dog I've ever had. It made me a btr person and trainer and I learned how to accept my dogs and work with that. We are all happier regardless of what happened in the session....and they are always ready to have fun...

[@Islandflats]

Also want to add that growth mindset instills in one not to fear failure but embrace it because that is how we learn....

[@robinrutherfordcost4748]

And it makes you a better trainer! Our reactive dogs do that as well. Steve Young Horsemanship is always saying how calm seas don't make a sailor a better sailor, right?

[@rogehnimunoz4327]

Thank you for this vid. I felt better the way I train my dogs. I have to kick myself to journal things I do for my dogs. I really having a hard time doing that.

[@DogsThat]

You'll be happy you did it, start small! 💪

[@sheilagilleland4312]

Completely makes sense. I’m training my two Dobermans. My male is understanding very well but my female is getting confused. She needs only me and her in an area she’s not ready for outside distractions. She’s a bit ADHD😳 she got that from me, her daddy is the calm and smart one. 🤣🤷🏽‍♀️

[@robinrutherfordcost4748]

I have 2 red male Dobes - full brothers, different litters. They're so great, right!?! My younger Dobe is the puzzle toy dog - he just loves it and when he figures it out, brings it back to me as if to say again, again, make it harder this time! Just signed my older Dobe up for Brain Games - so fun. He is a therapy dog and really loves barn hunt. The Dobes are as good and often times better than the JRTs - lol. Enjoy!!

[@Kootenay.Kissed]

Omgsh I love all the programs of Susan's that I'm in but I'm bad at notes and plans.... I'm a cook a diehard recipe creator and your comparison to recipes and nutmeg may have just fixed me!!!!

[@robinrutherfordcost4748]

She has an awesome treat book - can download for free - can't remember what video - maybe ranking reinforcers?

[@janeranke1737]

Thanks for being so through . I can tell you are very inquisitive - reading, learning and passing it on to us ,your students. I am very appreciative of that. I’ve been watching so many videos for months. So much info that it can feel overwhelming. I’m new to recallers and trying to work (play) the plan with my 2 rescued pals. They have issues-so I’m told. Thanks for not just resting on your laurels- but continuing to give, share and encourage. You are greatly appreciated by this dog lover!!! 🫶

[@talk20andup]

I want to thank you for all the content you are creating, I have started two Months ago listening to your podcasts from the beginning. Currently at #97. It is time for me to get curious about a behavior. In the evenings after training, dinner and potty when Kevin will be in a settle totally chill he gets startled by car lights or sounds he jumps up barks and runs to the window to bark we recall him (reluctant) get him away from the window and this is for at least 2 or 3 rounds. Can a dog be more scared or protective at night?

[@azogal53]

Don't get stuck in a rut! 🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪