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by; Glyn Jones; Hardcover; 1983

Discusses the finer points of trialing, from basic training and nursery trials to final polishing and Internationals. Diagrams and descriptions of a number of trials courses are included. Also includes choosing a dog, foundations of rearing and training, taking the dog from play to work, and a guide to breeding as well as veterinary appendices on inherited eye disorders and canine diseases...a complete guide to all aspects of the sheepdog's working and competitive world.

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by; Pope Robertson; Hardcover; 1979

Beginning sheepdog training, featuring the Border Collie, designed to help anyone train a good-working farm dog, or even a trial dog. Contents: taking your dog to the stock, the outrun, the drive, the bigger field, take time, penning, shedding, whistle commands, started dog. Well illustrated with black & white photos. Author, now deceased, was an expert, has trained many dogs both for others and for his own use. Many of these dogs are at work on ranches, dairies, and even in trial work.

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Narelle Robertson; Paperback; 1996
An adept review of the history of the breed, its standard, and the work in which it is engaged today. A good book for those wanting fundamental information about the breed and its characteristics, care, and training. Prefaced by a large section on basic canine care and maintenance.

$15.99

by; Betty Levin; 1994; Library Binding
While trying to deal with the possibility that her parents will separate, ten-year-old Zanna becomes involved in working with a spirited sheep dog that belongs to the stroke patient her mother is helping to rehabilitate.

$18.95

John Holmes; 1991; Paperback

Practical training for the working farm dog. Includes: Herding instincts, temperament, intelligence, balance of mental characteristics, the right dog, principles of training, general care, the new puppy, training the young dog, further training, other jobs and problems.

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by; Mari Shaffer; Booklet; 1984

Featuring the Australian Cattle Dog, this little training manual is considered one of the best for all livestock working dogs. A customer favorite, and recommended by many breeders and trainers. 

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Vergil S. Holland; 1994; Hardcover
From the first exposure of the dog to livestock through advanced work for the farm or trial field, here's the all-inclusive guide for stockdog owners with instruction for all breeds on all types of stock

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by; by Betty Levin; Hardcover; 1998

Sequel to "Away to Me, Moss", the story of a Border Collie whose life is on hold after the illness of his master. This time Moss is found, barely alive, by young Jody. Jody's mother and aunt "rescue" animals and place them in new homes. Jody tries not to get involved, but this time he can't avoid it. He senses the dog's resistance, and guesses how much is at stake for Moss. He determines to get the dog fit again and reunite him with his owner. Eventually Jody faces risks and choices that test his loyalty and his commitment. Young adult/adult fiction for anyone who loves Border Collies.

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Donald McCaig; 1992; Paperback
Veterinarian and well-known author James Herriott describes this national best seller as "Poignant, authentic and beautiful. This story of a man's dedication to his dog is as gripping as any thriller." Laugh a little, cry a little, and learn quite a bit about the Border Collie in this semi-fictional account of the heartbreaks and joys of a rancher's intimate relationship with his working Border Collie and the lengths to which he goes to recover his beloved dog Nop after its theft by an unethical sheepdog trial competitor.

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by; R.J. Dick Karrasch' Booklet; 1985

Considering purchasing a herding dog? Here's an excellent choice for the beginning trainer. Selecting the right breed and the right dog, how to care for it, basic training and commands, dealing with possible problems, and some information about herding trials, if you decide to try!

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by; Scott Lithgow; Paperback; 1991

From Australia, our most popular book on stock dog training! Features the Australian Cattle Dog. Contents include: Selecting a dog (breed characteristics), how to assess working ability, summary of puppy-rearing procedures, fundamentals of training (psychology, directional signals), training methods, working with cattle, correcting faults, working with two dogs, working with dogs. Now every owner of a new pup can train it with confidence and produce an obedient, responsive and alert dog. Although designed mainly for those who use dogs to muster cattle, the patient and understanding approach is equally effective for dogs reared to handle other stock, and for dogs kept as pets.

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