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Herding instinct explained, beginning herding training theory, and glossary of
herding terms
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Positive reinforcement training techniques as applied to herding
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Operant and associative learning as applied to herding
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Explanation, role playing, and practice without dogs (!) of basic
sheep/dog/shepherd dynamics
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Herding tasks, herding breeds, herding temperaments-- how they differ & how
to start developing them
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Introduction to AKC, NEBCA, ASCA, AHBA, ATBA herding programs
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Video examples of different herding styles and situations (“real-in-the-field,”
as well as trialing and training)
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Beginning training exercises practiced and suggested
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Basic relationship of each dog/handler team assessed and at-home training
suggestions made.
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Useful, at home, off-stock training exercises demonstrated and discussed
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At least 3 stock exposures/dog—handler team on Saturday.
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