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200. Why Direction Comes Before Calm in High Drive Dogs - Supercar On A Shoestring Series

200. Why Direction Comes Before Calm in High Drive Dogs - Supercar On A Shoestring Series

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 Why Direction Comes Before Calm in High-Drive DogsIn this Monday Morning Mindset episode, Jo explores a truth that changes everything for owners of high-drive dogs:👉 Calm doesn’t come from slowing your dog down.👉 Calm comes from direction, boundaries, and leadership.If you’ve ever found yourself saying “I just need them to calm down” — this one’s for you.What This Episode CoversWhy “waiting for calm” doesn’t workTaking your foot off the accelerator without steering doesn’t stop the engine.High-drive dogs don’t need us to step back — they need us to step in.The difference between a gap and a voidA gap is a moment where the dog waits, steady and available.A void is when the handler checks out — and the dog fills the space by self-appointing.Suppression vs regulationA quiet dog isn’t always a calm dog.Suppression looks still, but it’s pressure waiting to explode.True calm is regulation:• movement with purpose• stopping when asked• thinking even when excitedWhy boundaries create calm (not conflict)Boundaries aren’t punishment.They’re information.They answer the dog’s constant question: “What do you want me to do next?”Calm is not the destination — it’s the journeyCalm is what happens when a dog understands:• what matters• when to act• when to stand downThe handler’s role under pressureDogs can’t regulate if we’re also overwhelmed.You don’t need to be another beach ball under water.You need to be the anchor.Because calm travels down the lead.Key TakeawayHigh-drive dogs don’t need less of you.They need orientation, direction, and follow-through — especially when things feel intense.When the handler is steady, the dog can be too.Mentioned in This Episode• The Calm Dog Blueprint (free resource)• Why “settle” matters just as much as “sit”• Live masterclass: Holding a Supercar by a ShoestringThanks for joining us for this episode of Found It, Fetched It. Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve got muddy boots and a seasoned dog by your side, we’re here to walk the journey with you. We’re all about real talk, practical tips, and celebrating every little win—because in this world, progress isn’t always perfect, but it’s always worth it.💬 We’d love to hear from youGot a story to share, a question to ask, or just fancy saying hi? Come chat with us on socials or pop over to the website.📚 Want to go further with your training?Holding a Supercar by a ShoestringA Free Masterclass for Owners of High-Drive Dogs on How to Finally ‘Speak Gundog’ even if You Never Plan to See a Shooting Field. When you sign up, I’ll send you a short reflection, Are You Driving or Just Hanging On, to help you notice whether you’re leading or reacting before the session. Jan 29th 2026 7.30pm🎓 The LWDG Society Expert-led courses, community support, and the kind of training that actually makes sense.📱 Stay connected with the pack:Website: ladiesworkingdoggroup.comFacebook: Ladies Working Dog GroupInstagram: @ladiesworkingdogs✨ And remember… Every session, every stumble, every breakthrough, it all counts. You’re not just training a dog. You’re building trust, confidence, and a community that’s right behind you.Keep going. We see you. 💛
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