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Herding Sessions

Herding Training is a great way to allow your dog to use it's instincts and energy in a controlled environment.

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Being able to 'give your dog a job' and cater to the built in drive to work that all working breeds have results in a more balanced, happier dog at home and also improves your bond and understanding of each other.

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Working Dogs are genetically set up to work, they love to work.

We offer the following services:

One on One Herding Session - 60 Minutes - Tue/Wed/Fri - for regulars and handlers serious about making progress with their dog

Please NOTE:
If you are struggling with 
- Reactivity
- Leash Manners
- General Obedience
or other Behavioural Quirks we do recommend booking a 3hr one on one Obedience/Behavioural Session first.


You can find out more about this service here:


Or, alternatively we do offer packages which include Obedience and Behavioural work as well as an introduction to sheep:
Herding Training Packages

This way we can help you achieve an overall more synchronized life with your best friend.

Introduction to Herding Workshops - On Selected Weekends between March and October - Follow the Link to our Workshop Form to enter your name to our Waiting List!

Upcoming Workshops:
Our Workshops are fully booked until August 2023 with a healthy waiting list to contact. 
We are currently working on making more options available.
Breeds Suited to Herding: Kelpies, Collies, Koolies, Cattle Dogs, Aussie Shepherds, Bearded Collies and their Crosses
What to expect:
  • Time with your Dog on Sheep under Guidance

  • Learn about the Basics of Herding and how to apply different Techniques

  • An Insight into your Dogs natural Abilities

  • Learn about the Instinct triggering your Dogs reactive Side and how to manage it

Frequent Questions:

At what age is my pup ready for herding sessions?
- We don't recommend starting herding sessions before the age of 6 months. At 6 months old your pup will be ready for monthly or fortnightly sessions depending on their individual development.

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Is my dog too old to start herding sessions?
- There is no age limit. If your dog has medical conditions please contact us to discuss further. Otherwise there is no reason your senior should not be able to have a go at herding.

What do I need to bring on the day?
- Just bring yourself, your lead/collar of choice and don't forget your dog.

Do I need to prepare my dog?
- There is no need to start a big exercise regimen or go on a fancy diet. Recap on your basic obedience and we will pick up from there.

 

Without awareness and training a herding breed's instinct has the potential to trigger behavioural problems like:

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- chasing moving objects (cars, kids, bikes...)

- hyperactivity

- biting and nipping
- destructive behaviour
- uncontrollable barking


While herding gives dogs an outlet, satisfying their instincts and providing the highest possible level of mental stimulation for their intelligent minds, it doesn't offer a magical fix for the quirks listed above. Herding in combination with consistent, calm and assertive routine and training can be an amazing tool to further a dog's education.

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