The Instinctive Australian Shepherd

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Fire at the Double V Aug 20, 2021

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This story is a nail biter. Trudy and her family escape the 2020 Wilhoit fire Oregon fire. She shares her story day by day and talks about how her Aussie, Jill rounded up the sheep and ducks.

Trudy talks about how the fire brought out the best and worst in people. She shares lessons learned and how she now prepares for potential disasters in the future.

Thanks Trudy for sharing this amazing story.

Bindi - Hero Dog May 29, 2021

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Meet Sonja Galley, owner of Bindi, 2021 Farm Bureau Dog of the Year. Bindi saved Sonja's life on her family dairy when a rogue heifer charged Sonja and had her on the ground. Bindi is Sonya's right hand on the dairy farm. This is not only a great story, which will leave you with a lump in your throat or tears in your eyes, it is a nice look into the life of an American farmer and her dog. Make sure you check out the video in the link below...It is very exciting. Copyright 2021- The Instinctive Australian Shepherd Edited by: Dorien Vogelaar Video of Bindi! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyG5vpFAB2c

Bring Jade Home Mar 30, 2021

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This episode celebrates the resilience and intelligence of the Australian Shepherd. Jade is a young Aussie that is lost in Yellowstone following a serious accident.

Today I am interviewing Jade and her owners David Sowers and Laura Gillise as well as the author of the book, Bring Jade Home, Michelle Caffrey. The book is published by FarCountry Press.

This episode can be found on youtube at: https://youtu.be/hk645uL_aPo Meet Jade and watch this great interview!

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Aussie Behavior Issues Feb 10, 2021

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Today we are talking about those naughty Aussie puppies and dogs! My guest, expert dog behaviorist and trainer, Sarah Dixon and I offer solutions to puppy behaviors and adult Aussie behaviors. This is part 2 of our awesome conversation about puppy training and adult dog training. Topics of this conversation: -Crate training puppies (dos and don'ts) -Overprotective Aussie behavior -Relationship building behaviors -Dog sports for relationship building Should you really get an Aussie in the first place? How to meet the Aussie's needs. Choosing the right breeder for your Australian Shepherd. Check out Sarah Dixon's resources for aggression and fearful. http://odysseyanimalbehavior.com/ Want to share your Aussie stories on the podcast? Go to www.theinstinctiveaussie.com and click on the big orange button and share your best Aussie stories with us! Edited by: Dorien Vogelaar 2021 Copyright 2021- The Instinctive Australian Shepherd www.theinstinctiveaussie.com

Solutions for Puppy Behavior Issues Jan 26, 2021

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Today we are talking about those naughty Aussie puppies! My guest, expert dog behaviorist and trainer, Sarah Dixon and I offer solutions to puppy behaviors.

We discuss nipping/biting, chewing, jumping, reactivity and fear of loud noises! This is part 1 of of 2 of a great discussion. You can tell we are both extremely passionate about this topic and hope that you can learn something that helps you out!

Want to share your Aussie stories on the podcast? Go to www.theinstinctiveaussie.com and click on the big orange button and share your best Aussie stories with us!

Edited by: Dorien Vogelaar 2021

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Around the Campfire with Larry and Glenda Teaff - part 2 Dec 11, 2020

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You thought the first episode was good? Part 2 of Around the Campfire with Larry and Glenda Teaff is even better! These two are such amazing story tellers. Re-join the conversation and learn about dog training and great dogs. Larry talks about how to judge power on a dog and what a dog has to do to be strong on cattle. Learn how to start dogs on cattle with a mature dog. Those of you who run under Larry as a judge should really listen to this. He shares what he wants to see in a trial dog as well as what is necessary to have in a ranch dog or ranch dog pair.

These stories of amazing dogs and what they have taught us are inspiring and heartwarming. The philosopher in Larry pops out too! I love these two so much and this conversation will give you a hint about why!

Edited by: Dorien Vogelaar 2020

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Around the Campfire with Larry & Glenda Teaff Nov 18, 2020

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Join me in a nostalgic trip down memory lane with Larry and Glenda Teaff. This episode reminds me of the post-trial campfires surrounded with friends and full of the dog stories where legends are made!

Larry and Glenda are dear friends who were there when I first got started in the dog trialing many years ago. Larry is an ASCA stockdog judge and stockdog trainer. And Glenda is his partner in crime. The two of them carry tons of knowledge of the working dogs and lines in this breed.

These stories are endearing and a special documentation of the working history of the Australian Shepherd.

This is a 2-part podcast!

Looking for a working Aussie? Check out the list of proven working breeders at https://workingaussiesource.com/listing-by-name/ Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss an episode! www.theinstinctiveaussie.com Edited by: Dorien Vogelaar

Lor A Australian Shepherds with Beth Crandall Oct 22, 2020

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Today's guest represents 3 generations of working Aussie breeding. Beth Crandall visits the show to talk about her family's line of working dogs. This episode is just jam packed with great working dog information, ranching talk and dog training. This is one of those easy listening conversations about dogs that allows me to appreciate a working Aussie even more. Looking for a working Aussie? Check out the list of proven working breeders at https://workingaussiesource.com/listing-by-name/ Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss an episode! Edited by: Dorien Vogelaar Links: Farm Bureau Dog of the Year! https://www.fb.org/land/fdoty

Rick Hardin and the Old Dogs! Sep 09, 2020

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Today I get to interview Rick Hardin. Rick has been influential in the working Aussie for many years. This is a great historical episode - especially those of you fellow pedigree nerds! We have lots of pedigrees to share of the dogs Rick mentioned. I will list the time and pedigree below. Enjoy! Looking for a working Aussie? Check out the list of proven working breeders at https://workingaussiesource.com/listing-by-name/ Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss an episode! Edited by: Dorien Vogelaar Photo Credit: Rambling Cowgirl

6 Chores Your Working Aussie can do on the Farm or Ranch Aug 24, 2020

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Ever wonder what a dog can do to help you out on your operation? No matter how large or how small your place is, your Aussie partner can help you get the job done!

Today's episode is a very practical episode. It's just me and my mic, surrounded by my best ranch hands, talking ranch and farm dogs! I am sharing the 6 chores my dogs do around the ranch on a regular basis, plus one thing they do naturally that makes the ranch life better!

Introduction

[00:30] Working Aussie Source www.workingaussiesource.com

[00: ] The value of a working dog on a farm or ranch

[09:20] Chore #1 Holding Stock off feed

[16:37] Chore #2 Holding Gates

[18:18] I mention Susan Boyd interview I did in Episode 7 https://theinstinctiveaussie.com/%237%3A-ranching-high-desert

[20:14] Chore #3 Moving Stock around the place

[29:40] Chore #4 Loading Trailers

[32:57] Chore #5 Gentling Livestock / Dog Breaking

[40:55] Chore #6 Working Cattle and Sheep

[46:00] Bonus Task- Protection & Loyalty - Protection and Loyalty

[57:00]- How to Find a Working Aussie