The Art of Precision: Building World-Class Engagement with Dave Kroyer
In this episode of The Doggie Stoic Podcast, we are joined by Kimberli Weeks, owner of Daredevil Dog Training and co-host of the Naturally Aggressive podcast. Kimberli brings a unique perspective from the world of high-level protection and sport dogs, blending that intensity with practical solutions for pet owners.
We break down:
The Genetic Template: Why starting with good genetics matters and how the primary goal in raising a young dog is often simply "not messing it up".
Building a Communication System: Kimberli’s approach to installing marker systems and introducing the concept of pressure early on through gamified learning.
The Role of Punishment: A deep dive into why announcing a punishment—the "conditioned punisher"—is vital for verbal control and creating a clear-headed dog that can think under high arousal.
Forward vs. Backward Conditioning: Understanding the nuances of e-collar and leash pressure, and why helping a dog solve the puzzle is more effective than starting with pressure alone.
Emotional Resilience: How to act as a "secure base" for your puppy, allowing them to process emotions and co-regulate without over-intervention from the handler.
Tune in to explore how modern balanced training can bridge the gap between competitive sport performance and a stable, reliable companion.
Skool Community for Dog Conditioning & Fitness
Our school community was built to support every stage: boosting puppy confidence, maintaining adult strength, and helping seniors stay fit or shed a little weight. With a wealth of guides and step-by-step tutorials, you’ll be able to take what we do and easily bring it into your own home. We’re excited to see how your dog’s journey unfolds!
Join completely FREE today, and dive right in!
Every week, we’ll share bite-sized insights and snippets designed to build community, spark ideas, and help us all elevate together. If you enjoyed this newsletter, pass it along to a friend or reply directly—we’re a small and growing business, and your feedback truly means the world to us.
Until next week,
Andrew from Doggie Stoic