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HERDING TRAINING

Herding training is available to herding breeds and apparent mixes from pups (minimum 12 weeks old) through to adult dogs. Our training approach is based on the necessary skills and obedience required for real world mustering dogs on farms/stations. We cater to any level of training and experience from complete beginners to experienced  dogs. Our sheep, goats and cattle have been trained by my own working Kelpies to be suitable for training your pup or dog. Our herding sessions will allow your dog to have an appropriate outlet for their natural instincts and provide mental and physical stimulation while under the guidance of an expert stock dog trainer. Herding is also a great way to build on your relationship with your dog and improve general behaviour and obedience.


PLEASE READ OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE BOOKING. PLEASE PROVIDE PROOF OF VACCINATION AT OR BEFORE YOUR FIRST SESSION.


What will be covered in herding sessions:

  • Basic herding skills and obedience (e.g. on balance work, stop, recall, casting etc.)
  • Advanced skills and obedience (e.g. forcing, off balance work, driving, penning, working the race etc.)
  • Basic livestock handling (sheep, goats and cattle available)
  • Instinct testing 
  • Understanding your dog's drives and how to use them
  • Working breed myths/misinformation
  • How to live with/manage a working breed 
  • Calm and impulse control training
  • My working Kelpies are always on hand ready to assist your dog to encourage and build on their herding instincts and skills


*Proof of dog vaccination required before commencing

* For health and safety, pups must have had two vaccinations and be at least 12 weeks old before attending

*Sessions may be cancelled at any time subject to trainer's discretion

BEGINNER SHEEP HERDING CLASS

Our Beginner Classes are entry level sheep herding classes suitable for handlers and dogs that have not worked stock before, are at a beginner level, or just wanting a fun experience with their dog every now and then. Beginner classes run every Saturday 8-10am. Suitable for dogs from 12 weeks old and up.


Class details:

  • These classes are suitable for handlers and dogs that have not worked stock before and/or have never trained with us
  • These are basic level classes for dogs and handlers to just have some fun, burn mental and physical energy, and fulfil their dogs natural instincts
  • These are suitable for owners that attend intermittently and can’t or do not wish to commit to long term training or do not intend to progress their training to a novice or advanced level
  • Dogs can be handled by me or their owner
  • Novice handlers/dogs are permitted to attend these classes if Novice stock dog classes are full
  • We will cover basic herding skills and obedience (e.g. instinct testing, on balance work, stop, call off, short casts etc.)


Class Days and Pricing 

  • Classes run every Saturday 8-10am (subject to trainer availability)
  • 6 spots per class
  • 2 hour session - $61 per spot (including GST)
  • One dog per spot or an additional $22 (including GST) if you bring a second dog which can be paid at the time of your class (please note that is only applies to dogs from the same household)

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NOVICE SHEEP HERDING CLASS

Our Novice Classes are the next level up from the Beginner Sheep Herding classes. Handlers and dogs MUST have attended our beginner class before attending these classes or already be handling their own dog. Novice classes run every Sunday 8-10am.


Class details:

  • To attend our novice level classes, the handler and dog must have trained with us before and the handler wants to or already works their own dog
  • These classes are suited to clients looking to progress their training and handle their own dog
  • Suitable for clients looking to advance their handling skills and build on their dogs skills in the yards and paddock
  • Suitable for clients wanting to do stock jobs or trial but also just for fun and bonding with your dog 
  • Dogs will be handled by their owners with some handling assistance from me
  • We will cover more advanced stock dog skills and obedience (e.g. building on basic skills, forcing, off balance work, driving, penning, working the race etc.)


Class Days and Pricing 

  • Classes run every Sunday 8-10am (subject to trainer availability)
  • 6 spots per class
  • 2 hour session - $61 per spot (including GST)
  • One dog per spot or an additional $22 (including GST) if you bring a second dog which can be paid at the time of your class (please note that is only applies to dogs from the same household)

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PRIVATE SESSIONS - SHEEP/GOATS

Private sheep and goat sessions are run at my property in Burpengary East, QLD. They run as on-going training sessions subject to trainer availability. Suitable for dogs from 12 weeks old and up.


Session details:

  • 1 hour session - $94 (including GST)
  • One dog can attend or an additional $22 (including GST) for a second dog and additional $33 (including GST) for a third dog (please note that this only applies to dogs from the same household)
  • For a shared session with friends or family from other households, please contact us

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PRIVATE SESSIONS - CATTLE

Private cattle sessions are run at my property in Burpengary East, QLD. They run as on-going training sessions subject to trainer availability.


Session details:

  • 1 hour session - $121 (including GST)
  • One dog can attend or an additional $22 (including GST) for a second dog and additional $33 (including GST) for a third dog (please note that this only applies to dogs from the same household)
  • You MUST have attended our sheep herding sessions prior to booking cattle herding - this allows us to assess your dog’s suitability for cattle work
  • PLEASE NOTE: Due to possible safety risks with cattle, we have a minimum age requirement of 8 months old for dogs to attend our training
  • For a shared session with friends or family from another household, please contact us

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Stock and yard Hire

Herding experienced dog and owner teams can hire our training livestock and yards/paddocks. This service is suitable for those that don’t require trainer instruction and just want to keep up their herding skills, practice for trials or to just have fun with their dog.


Session details:

  • 1 hour session - $45 
  • Contact us to book this service

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