In this great new video, members get to watch Billie Richardson and her 13-month-old Australian Shepherd, Rush, as she sets up a confidence-building work. There are many different training elements shown in this video and discussion on:
- Taking time to set up the work and let the dog and stock settle.
- Letting the dog find comfort in the work.
- Teaching the dog to understand the pressure of the livestock.
- Being a good boss.
- Building trust and respect.
- Approaching the work with a firm but fair mindset.
- Allowing room to succeed.
- Teaching the dog to come into pressure.
- Matching the flank with the task.
- Enthusiasm having greater value than perfection.
- …and much more!
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