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Things are not always what they seem:  Understanding the Layers to Stock Dog Development

Things are not always what they seem: Understanding the Layers to Stock Dog Development

Things are not always what they seem:  Understanding the Layers to Stock Dog DevelopmentJennifer L'Arrivee
Published on: 12/12/2024

Great stock dog work looks effortless, but it’s built through years of training and experience. This blog compares top-level herding to fine cuisine, showing how mastery comes from consistency, patience, and practice.

Being Present: The Secret Ingredient to Successful Stock Dog Training

Being Present: The Secret Ingredient to Successful Stock Dog Training

Being Present: The Secret Ingredient to Successful Stock Dog TrainingJennifer L'Arrivee
Published on: 27/11/2024

Staying present in stock dog training isn’t always easy. This reflective blog shares Jen’s challenges with distraction and why focusing fully in each session leads to better connection, progress, and clearer communication.

Why expecting perfection too soon hinders your stock dog’s progress

Why expecting perfection too soon hinders your stock dog’s progress

Why expecting perfection too soon hinders your stock dog’s progressJennifer L'Arrivee
Published on: 31/10/2024

Perfection can slow your stock dog’s progress. This blog explains why messy action and small, consistent steps build better skills, stronger trust, and real long-term growth in training.

The Power of Patience in Training Stock Dogs

The Power of Patience in Training Stock Dogs

The Power of Patience in Training Stock DogsJennifer L'Arrivee
Published on: 20/09/2024

Follow Sommer Sam’s journey into the Open class and the lessons patience teaches in stock dog training. This reflective blog shows why realistic goals and steady progress build stronger dogs and stronger partnerships.

Bouncing Back: 10 Quick Tips to Overcoming a Frustrating Stock Dog Training Session

Bouncing Back: 10 Quick Tips to Overcoming a Frustrating Stock Dog Training Session

Bouncing Back: 10 Quick Tips to Overcoming a Frustrating Stock Dog Training SessionJennifer L'Arrivee
Published on: 13/09/2024

Stock dog training comes with setbacks — even with experienced dogs. This blog shares a real trial moment with Bryn and offers ten practical tips to help handlers learn from challenges and keep progressing.

Want to get inspired to train?  Watch this finals run of Welsh handler, Angie Driscoll

Want to get inspired to train? Watch this finals run of Welsh handler, Angie Driscoll

Want to get inspired to train?  Watch this finals run of Welsh handler, Angie DriscollJennifer L'Arrivee
Published on: 26/04/2024

Experience a steep hill double lift trial with Angie Driscoll and Kinloch Sioux at Defaidty. This blog highlights their 2014 fourth-place run and 2015 win, showcasing teamwork, skill, and real trial challenges.

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