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Do you love herding, want to get involved in herding, need info on herding. Check out this Wiki, it's packed full of some of the best herding resources we could find.
This is Keds. As you can see she takes her herding job very seriously. Seriously fun!!!!
Here we will bring you lots of herding information for beginners and those that have been doing herding for years. Everyone can learn something new!
We'll have resources for training and equipment for both dogs and handlers; information on how to get started, as well as details on how to compete, health and fitness for both dogs and handlers, and much, much more!
We're just getting started here, so watch closely....you'll never know what you'll find!
Thanks JohannTheDog.com for this great photo!
About herding! This is Johann at his herding instinct test last March. This is Keds. As you can see she takes her herding job very seriously. Seriously fun!!!!
Here we will bring you lots of herding information for beginners and those that have been doing herding for years. Everyone can learn something new!
We'll have resources for training and equipment for both dogs and handlers; information on how to get started, as well as details on how to compete, health and fitness for both dogs and handlers, and much, much more!
We're just getting started here, so watch closely....you'll never know what you'll find!
Thanks JohannTheDog.com for this great photo!
Herding dog breeds developed in response to different situations and needs. In many cases, the work required versatility, while in other cases there were particular conditions that led to some specialization. Conditions could change over time. The way they work provides a view of many of the tasks of stock-working dogs.
From Border Collies, Working Kelpies, Shetland Sheepdogs, German Coolies, Australian Cattle Dogs and Bearded Collies to Belgian Sheepdogs, Briards, Collies, German Shepherds, Puli's, Rottweilers and more - there are many breeds that herd a variety of stock.
Herding On The Web has a wide variety of links for all kinds of herding dogs! Check it out!
Thanks JohannTheDog.com for this great photo!
Some great herding videos!
The USBCHA is the sanctioning body for sheep and cattledog trials trials throughout the United States and Canada.
It was founded in 1979 and has grown into an organization of more than 500 members. Members who qualify at sanctioned Open trials during the year are eligible to compete in the USBCHA National Finals to determine the champion Open dog and handler for that year. The trials sanctioned by the USBCHA follow the pattern of the trials of Great Britain's International Sheep Dog Society, the original registry for Border Collies.
- The Australian Shepherd Club of American Trials Program The purpose of the ASCA Stockdog Program is to preserve and promote the instinct of the Australian Shepherd to be a versatile stockdog, showcasing the natural working ability of the breed through the use of certification programs for challenging trialing disciplines on several classes of stock.
Divisions in ASCA sanctioned trials are offered for three levels of training on three classes of stock. The started division gives the dog and handler a place to begin and gain experience. Dogs must progress from started through open and then on to advanced on three classes of stock (cattle, sheep and ducks), earning two legs under two different judges at each level and on each class of stock, to earn a working trial championship.
Great herding links!
- Herding supplies. Thanks Stockdog.com!
- Herding tutorial. A flash tutorial - introduction to herding. Thanks Arizona Herding Association!
- A glossery of herding terms. A great list of herding terms. Thanks Richard Whorton.
- What are all those titles? The AKC, ASCA and AHBA offer herding titles. Here is a link to a list of the trial titles offered and their abbreviations. Thanks Stockdogs.com!
- Your first trial. A link on handling your first herding trial. Thanks again, Stockdogs.com.
- AKC herding rules. A link to the AKC Herding Test and Trial Procedural Manual.
- AKC rules. A link to the AKC herding rules book.
- ASCA rules. Australian Shepherd Club of America stockdog rules and regulations page.
- AHBA rules and regs. A link to the American Herding Breed Association rules and regs.
- All kinds of articles and links.Find a trainer. A great link to trainers throughout the US, organized by state.
- For beginners. Nice site for the beginner or wannabe herder from Little Hats.
- Intro to herding. Getting started in herding - thanks to the Bearded Collie Club of Canada.
- Tips for finding just the right trainer. Tips for choosing a herding instructor. Thanks Tammie Rogers.
- StockDog server. An extensive list of links to take you to a wide range of herding related resources or use the breed specific sections below. Thanks DogPatch! Here is a link to other links like training articles, breed information and more!
- Shepherd crooks. Perfect for any sheepdog trial enthusiast or just someone looking for a good walking stick, the crooks Vernon makes are beautiful and well-balanced.
- Border Collies in action. Border Collies in Action has a great assortment of supplies for the herding enthusiast!
- Stockdog Specialties Stockdog Specialties was started several years ago to supply the working farmer and rancher with items to implement the choosing, raising, and training of the good stockdog.
- The Dog House. The Dog House offers everything for the serious border collie and sheepdog trial enthusiast, including training books, videos, whistles, crooks, St. Croix sheep, notecards, and selected working dogs.
- How to find the best food for your canine athlete. All natural foods and treats are essential to our wellbeing. Here is a great site that has all kinds of foods and treats with all natural, organic ingredients.
- Why all natural foods and treats? Only Natural Pet Store has a great library of nutritional and health information. Try it out if you want to learn more, or find information on all kinds of health conditions.
- Great list of resources for holistic veterinary information. Another great resource from Only Natural Pet Store, where they have links to a wide variety of veterinary, and alternative/holistic veterinary organizations and information. Not to be missed for us canine athletes.
- Finding the right veterinarian for you and your canine athlete. The right veterinarian is critical to your canine athlete. Injuries can happen, since we are so active. Here is a great site to help with your search.
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