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Herding Dogs: Selecting and Training the Working Farm Dog
Author(s): Christine Hartnagle Renna (Author)
- Publisher: Kennel Club Books Llc
- Publication Date: 1 Jan. 2009
- Language: English
- Print length: 160 pages
- ISBN-10: 1593787375
- ISBN-13: 9781593787370
Book Description
In addition to introducing readers to the various breeds and strains of herding dogs in the world, Herding Dogs discusses the working styles, instinct tests, trials and training for all working farm dogs. From the basic skills of stockdog training to the types of herding styles to the commands used to direct dogs at work, this useful handbook also advise newcomers on how to select the right puppy for a working ranch or hobby farm situation, how to train and acclimate the pup, solving common behavioral problems, feeding working dogs, basic first aid and more.
