The Conformation Conversation

Vicki Ronchette
  • 4.9 (8)
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Interviews, discussions and round tables about all things show dogs. Hear from dog breeders, professional dog trainers, owner handlers, professional handlers, dog show judges and much more. Learn about training, breeding, showing and conserving purebred dogs.

  1. 1D AGO

    Making the Decision to Place a Show Prospect

    Show Dog Prep School Founder and Lead Instructor Vicki Ronchette discusses making the decision to rehome a show prospect or retired show or breeding dog.

    12 min

  2. FEB 3

    Show Dog Prep School Pep Talk 3 - Listen on the Way to the Dog Show

    SDPS Founder and Lead Instructor Vicki Ronchette gives you a pep talk for the ride to the dog show.

    16 min

  3. JAN 25

    Specialing a Dog - There's a reason why they are called Special

    SDPS Founder and Lead Instructor Vicki Ronchette discusses specialing a dog, what it entails and how to decide to do it.    www.showdogprepschool.com

    15 min

  4. JAN 5

    Show Dog Prep School Pep Talk 2 - Listen on the way to the dog show

    Show Dog Prep School Founder, Lead Instructor and Dog Show Coach gives a Dog Show Pep Talk!

    14 min

  5. 12/28/2025

    Goal Setting and Reflecting

    Show Dog Prep School Founder and Lead Instructor Vicki Ronchette discusses the importance of setting goals and reflecting on them to measure progress and success.

    14 min

  6. 12/16/2025

    Dog Show Pep Talk 1 - Listen on the Way to the Dog Show

    Pep Talk 1 - This is the first of several pep talk episodes where Vicki will give you a pep talk for on the way to the dog show. Listen to feel relaxed, inspired and encouraged.

    20 min

  7. 12/02/2025

    When your Dog has a bad experience in the Ring

    Vicki discusses what NOT to do when your dog backs away, sits down or tries to avoid the judge's exam.

    10 min

  8. 11/02/2025

    Talk with Vicki about new book, The Calm Before the Ring - Managing Performance Anxiety in Dog Shows and Sports with Chelsea Murray

    Vicki is interviewed by dog trainer and podcaster Chelsea Murray about her new book, The Calm Before the Ring - Managing Performance Anxiety in Dog Shows and Sports.

    48 min
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About

Interviews, discussions and round tables about all things show dogs. Hear from dog breeders, professional dog trainers, owner handlers, professional handlers, dog show judges and much more. Learn about training, breeding, showing and conserving purebred dogs.

Information

  • Creator
    Vicki Ronchette
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    83
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2021 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Conformation Conversation

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