Sheepdog Training and Trials

Sheepdog Training and Trials

Author: Nij Vyas

Publisher: Crowood

Published: 2012-10-01

Total Pages: 245

ISBN-13: 1847974724

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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.


Way of Life, A: Sheepdog Training, Handling and Trialling

Way of Life, A: Sheepdog Training, Handling and Trialling

Author: Barbara C. Collins

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 1987-12-24

Total Pages: 317

ISBN-13: 1910456616

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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. Learn a compassionate, dog-centered approach to raising and training herding dogs, from choosing a dog to preparing for competitions.


Training the Sheep Dog

Training the Sheep Dog

Author: Thomas Longton

Publisher: Crowood Press (UK)

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781861266385

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Training the Sheep Dog is a comprehensive guide to training a border collie both for agricultural work and the competitive world of sheep dog trialling. Packed with tips and advice and fully illustrated with photographs and diagrams, it is the key to understanding this unique breed and developing a perfect working partner and companion.


Talking Sheepdogs

Talking Sheepdogs

Author: Derek Scrimgeour

Publisher: MBI Publishing Company

Published: 2008-12-15

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 1904871402

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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.


Positive Herding 101: Dog-friendly Training

Positive Herding 101: Dog-friendly Training

Author: Barbara Buchmayer

Publisher: Positive Herding Dog

Published: 2021-08-13

Total Pages: 322

ISBN-13: 9781736844311

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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.


Stockdog Savvy

Stockdog Savvy

Author: Jeanne Joy Hartnagle-Taylor

Publisher: Dogwise Publishing

Published: 2019-05-17

Total Pages: 483

ISBN-13: 161781251X

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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.


Herding Dogs

Herding Dogs

Author: Christine Hartnagle Renna

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2012-04-10

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 1593786530

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In addition to introducing readers to the various breeds and strains of herding dogs in the world, Herding Dogs discusses the working styles, instinct tests, trials and training for all working farm dogs. From the basic skills of stock-dog training to the types of herding styles to the commands used to direct dogs at work, this useful handbook also advise newcomers on how to select the right puppy for a working ranch or hobby farm situation, how to train and acclimate the pup, solving common behavioral problems, feeding working dogs, basic first aid and more.


A Useful Dog

A Useful Dog

Author: Donald McCaig

Publisher:

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 104

ISBN-13:

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Presents narrative shorts and a poem about dogs, particularly sheep dogs, and the bond that forms between owners and their canines.