Top Trainers Talk About Starting A Sheepdog

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Top Trainers Talk About Starting A Sheepdog

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Author : Sally Molloy
language : en
Publisher: Outrun Press
Release Date : 2008

Top Trainers Talk About Starting A Sheepdog written by Sally Molloy and has been published by Outrun Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008 with Pets categories.

Some of the best working border collie trainers in North America and the United Kingdom share their methods of introducing young border collies for trialing or for work on the farm or ranch. (Animals/Pets)

Think Like A Sheepdog Trainer

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Author : Kay Stephens
language : en
Publisher: Dogwise Publishing
Release Date : 2022-06-01

Think Like A Sheepdog Trainer written by Kay Stephens and has been published by Dogwise Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-06-01 with Pets categories.

Think Like A Sheepdog Trainer looks at the ancient art of sheepdog training through the lens of science-based learning theory and behavior analysis. It is designed to help you understand how and why a method works and to give you the tools for setting up and evaluating training plans and for approaching training problems in a logical, evidence-based manner. While there are good sheepdog training books available, almost all of them assume the reader has a basic knowledge of sheep and sheep behavior, the skill and experience to train a dog to do complex behaviors, the ability to figure out training steps on their own, and a clear mental picture of what a properly trained herding dog should look like. This book covers several topics that will help you become a more successful sheepdog trainer. Here’s what you can expect: 1. We discuss in detail how to train, manage and communicate with your dog before you take him to sheep. Without a proper relationship and training foundation, working stock with your dog is extremely difficult. 2. We introduce you to science-based learning theory and explain how it can be used to speed up and improve your ability to train your dog. We demonstrate how to evaluate and analyze training techniques so you can choose which ones work best for you and your dog. 3. We describe and discuss the physical and mental traits a sheepdog trainer must cultivate to succeed. People aren’t born as excellent trainers; training is a learned skill that must be practiced and refined. 4. We explain the behavior and handling of sheep. Understanding and knowing how to properly control sheep is essential to your journey in the world of sheepdog training. Many newcomers to herding have no previous experience with sheep. We provide some basic sheep handling exercises to improve your ability to control livestock. 5. We offer detailed lesson plans that break down training sessions into very small and clearly explained steps that a novice handler can apply on her own. This should help you with developing a daily lesson plan, a goal for that day’s lesson and a way to evaluate how you and your dog are progressing. You will discover that having a training plan and metrics to evaluate that plan will help you train faster and more efficiently. 6. Finally, we give you ways to think about training problems and how to approach and solve them in a logical, evidence-based manner. Because people have been training dogs and herding with dogs for many years, some of the methods described here are similar to those found in other books and from other sources. We have chosen training approaches that are widely used, least aversive and easily understood and implemented by an inexperienced trainer. You will find our sources in the resources and recommended reading section at the end of the book. Remember, sheepdog training is a lifelong journey. You will learn something new with every dog you train and with every competition that you enter. We hope this book will help make that journey a little easier. *This book focuses on training Border Collies for United States Border Collie Handlers Association(USBCHA) type trials, but the information is applicable to all herding breeds and herding venues.

Talking Sheepdogs

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Author : Derek Scrimgeour
language : en
Publisher: MBI Publishing Company
Release Date : 2008-12-15

Talking Sheepdogs written by Derek Scrimgeour and has been published by MBI Publishing Company this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-12-15 with Nature categories.

Accompanied by explanatory text, color photographs and illustrations 'Talking Sheepdogs' guides the reader from beginner stage to effective working sheepdog right through to supreme championship level using 'the Scrimgeour method of sheepdog training. With plenty of 'sheepdog dog' and ancedotes to make this book an enjoyable as well as information book Derek takes the reader through the special relationship, starting a pup, basic commands and driving, the good and bad moves, introducing the stop, good foundations and starting trialling making this the key reference for anyone wanting to training their sheepdog for farm work.

Sheepdog Training And Trials

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Author : Nij Vyas
language : en
Publisher: Crowood
Release Date : 2012-10-01

Sheepdog Training And Trials written by Nij Vyas and has been published by Crowood this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-10-01 with Nature categories.

This comprehensive book describes innovative ways of training sheepdogs and addresses a number of subjects that have not been adequately covered in previous publications; such as working with sensitive dogs and dogs lacking in confidence, the 'square movement', and the 'concept of opposites'. Written by an acknowledged expert, Sheep Dog Training and Trials discusses in a variety of settings new concepts such as the author's theory of 'passive resistance' and the 'pressure on-off technique'. In addition, the author considers ways of optimizing a dog's health, energy, fitness and peak performance. This fascinating book presents contributions from four world-renowned handlers, including the twice world champion, Aled Owen, which examine the factors that have influenced them and made them successful.

Working Sheep Dogs

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Author : Tully Williams
language : en
Publisher: Landlinks Press
Release Date : 2007

Working Sheep Dogs written by Tully Williams and has been published by Landlinks Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Nature categories.

Provides a detailed and comprehensive discussion of the principles behind the training of working dogs. Australian author.

Way Of Life A Sheepdog Training Handling And Trialling

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Author : Barbara C. Collins
language : en
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Release Date : 1987-12-24

Way Of Life A Sheepdog Training Handling And Trialling written by Barbara C. Collins and has been published by Fox Chapel Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1987-12-24 with Technology & Engineering categories.

Whether you want a dog, want to farm, want to compete, or just want to know, Sheepdog Training is an enlightening read from Glyn Jones, a third-generation expert sheepdog handler. Speaking from experience, the story of his life serves as an integral component of his advice on training, handling, trailing, breeding, competing, and more. Learn a compassionate, dog-centered approach to raising and training herding dogs, all while gaining an appreciation for the life and work of a sheepdog.

Positive Herding 101 Dog Friendly Training

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Author : Barbara Buchmayer
language : en
Publisher: Positive Herding Dog
Release Date : 2021-08-13

Positive Herding 101 Dog Friendly Training written by Barbara Buchmayer and has been published by Positive Herding Dog this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-08-13 with Pets categories.

Positive Herding 101 is the first in a set of two books that cover training herding using positive reinforcement. Marker or clicker training is started in a house or small yard with cones, treats, and toys with no livestock present.

One Girl And Her Dogs

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Author : Emma Gray
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2012-04-26

One Girl And Her Dogs written by Emma Gray and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-04-26 with Biography & Autobiography categories.

EMMA GRAY'S NEW BOOK 'MY FARMING LIFE' ('A HEARTWARMING TALE OF LIFE ON THE LAND' Alan Titchmarsh) IS OUT NOW What happens when you swap 'I do' for pastures new? When twenty-three-year-old shepherdess Emma Gray breaks off her engagement, the chance to take over an isolated Northumberland farm seems just the fresh start she needs. But while the beautiful scenery certainly offers plenty of scope for contemplation, a night out with an eligible bachelor soon seems more remote than the farm itself. And once you add fugitive sheep and freak blizzards into the mix, Emma's dreams of a happy future at Fallowlees Farm quickly begin to fade. Throughout the long nights of lambing, the highs and lows of the local sheepdog trials and the day-to-day chores of maintaining a large, ramshackle farm, Emma's collies are her most loyal companions. With Bill, Fly, Roy and Alfie by her side, she'll never really be alone. Emma's remarkable first year at Fallowlees - the triumphs, the disasters, the heartbreak and the glimmer of romance on the horizon - is an inspiration for anyone who has ever dreamt of changing their life and starting all over again. ____________________________________________________________ Readers love ONE GIRL AND HER DOGS: 'This is an amazing book, difficult to put down. A must for all thinking of living of the land, or looking to be inspired by a hard working courageous young woman' 'What a little gem of a book, I loved it. Emma has given us a little taste of her life in the remote Fallowlees Farm in Northumberland, her knowledge of lambing is just astonishing to me and her beautiful dogs are amazing, I must admit to shedding a tear now and then, but there was plenty to chuckle at too' 'An admirable book' 'Very entertaining and readable. A brave girl who made the decision to become a sheep farmer and farm in a lovely and lonely spot' 'This story is written in such a way that you feel you are actually on the farm and going through the trials too. Wonderful empathy with her dogs and an excellent storyteller'

Eminent Dogs Dangerous Men

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Author : Donald McCaig
language : en
Publisher: Open Road Media
Release Date : 2014-07-15

Eminent Dogs Dangerous Men written by Donald McCaig and has been published by Open Road Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-07-15 with Pets categories.

The bestselling author of Nop’s Trials presents the true story of his search for the perfect sheepdog In April of 1988, Donald McCaig traveled to Scotland to buy a young, well-bred female sheepdog to raise and train for use on his three-hundred-acre Virginia farm. He knew exactly what he wanted: a Scottish border collie, considered the best sheepdog in the world because the breed is hardworking, smart, strong, and fast, with unique personalities. McCaig attends dog trials and meets numerous trainers, fellow shepherds, and top handlers before he finally finds Gael. From his heartfelt prayers that Gael will pass her eye exam to his faithful sheepdog Pip’s reaction to the new bitch on the farm, Eminent Dogs, Dangerous Men chronicles McCaig’s journey through the Scottish highlands, where border collies have been bred since the seventeenth century, and illuminates the ennobling bond between humans and dogs. This ebook contains sixteen pages of photos.

Stockdog Savvy

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Author : Jeanne Joy Hartnagle-Taylor
language : en
Publisher: Dogwise Publishing
Release Date : 2019-05-17

Stockdog Savvy written by Jeanne Joy Hartnagle-Taylor and has been published by Dogwise Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-05-17 with Pets categories.

Whether you are interested in working dogs for a hobby, on the ranch, or for serious trial competition, Stockdog Savvy will be an invaluable aid. Beginning with chapters on herding dog characteristics, instinct, and choosing a herding dog, the Taylors explain how to prepare your puppy and do basic foundation training. The book progresses to starting the dog on stock and developing a useful working dog and ends with advanced lessons and preparing for the various types of competition. If you want to learn about working stockdogs, this is the book for you! Learn how to: • Select, care for and train a working stock dog. • Teach your dog to work cattle, sheep, goats, foul or exotic livestock. • Choose the right type or breed of livestock, care for and handle them correctly. • Train a dog for work on a ranch, the open range, or in the trial pen. • Recognize more than 60 different herding breeds and much, much more.