In this episode I am talking with Kat Farrants from the UK about her successes with her Australian Shepherds in high levels of competition. We spend our time talking about dog sports and mindset and all things Aussie competition. It's a great conversation and I am sure you will enjoy more stories about the working Australian Shepherd. Kat Farrants has owned Aussies for 25 years, and bred for 20 years. She started in obedience with Shanti, her homebred Aussie, at pre-beginners, and in just 4 year...
Apr 03, 2025•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 37
Yes, Virginia, a Working Ranch Dog can Trial! Join us for this fascinating discussion about working ranch dogs and trialing dogs with Tom Collins from Fruitville, Idaho. Tom and I discuss the value of a working ranch dog and the fun of the game of trialing. This conversation morphed out of a spirited discussion in the Working Aussie Facebook group. Tom and I share the opinion that a dog can work and ranch and then go win in the trial arena. Tom and I share the honor of winning the ASCA Stockdog ...
Feb 20, 2025•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 36
Ok. The Big Announcement I have been teasing is here! It turns out there are 4 announcements. BIG CHANGES coming for the Working Aussie Source.... Please share with your friends. This is very pertinent if you are trialing in January! Get in on this soon.... The season runs from January 1- December 31, 2025 Special props to Trudy VanDine Viklund Bruce Nelson Kristie Franks Fernand Ghen Bhoy Opelinia and thanks to everyone who has been supporting the Working Aussie Source over the years. Kristin T...
Jan 03, 2025•34 min•Ep. 35
This is part 1 of an excellent interview with Erin Eckert. In this podcast episode, Jacque Tinker and Erin Eckhart delve into the intricacies of training and trialing Australian cattle dogs and Australian shepherds. They discuss the challenges of working with livestock, the importance of understanding dog behavior, and the impact of genetics on performance. They emphasize the need for resilience, continuous improvement, and the value of a supportive community. The conversation also touches on th...
Jan 10, 2024•49 min•Ep. 34
In this podcast episode, host Jacque Tinker interviews Jan Wyatt-Owens, who is involved with Australian Shepherds and raises bulls for rodeos. They discuss Jan's involvement with Australian Shepherds, her experiences with training and trialing her dogs, and the intelligence and versatility of the breed. Jan also talks about her experiences raising bulls for rodeos, the process of raising and training them, and the dangers and challenges involved. They touch on the development of the Hanging Tree...
Jul 21, 2023•54 min•Ep. 33
Pull your toes in or put your steel toed boots on! We are getting real in this episode and some topics may be uncomfortable. In this particular episode of the Instinctive Australian Shepherd Podcast, the host, Jacque Tinker, engages in an insightful conversation with Jodi Tietjen, a guest who has extensive experience in working with dogs, particularly Australian Shepherds and Border Collies. Jodi shares her knowledge and expertise on training and breeding these dogs, highlighting the significanc...
May 22, 2023•59 min•Ep. 32
In this episode, Jacque speaks with Brad Hawkings, an Australian Shepherd breeder and trainer in Pembroke, Kentucky. About 5 years ago, Brad learned about a therapy dog workshop in his area. At that time thought that his dog, Bannock, would be perfect to enroll. Bannock not only passed with flying colors, but he was then allowed to go into any situation therapy dogs are allowed, schools, hospitals, nursing homes. Soon after becoming certified, Brad and Bannock were invited to a camp for children...
Feb 02, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 31
When owning an Australian Shepherd, or thinking of getting one, so many questions arise. In this episode, Jacque becomes an Aussie Whisperer and answers some of the most commonly asked questions about the truth behind owning and training an Australian Shepherd. Questions in this episode: What can I do to exercise my dog enough mentally and physically during the day? How much exercise does my dog actually need? How can I stop my very excited Aussie from jumping and being a maniac when people come...
Dec 13, 2022•42 min•Ep. 30
Today Jacque speaks with Joe Sheeran about Aussies. This is a very interesting conversation about Joe’s dog Woody the American Farm Bureau Federation's 2019 Farm Dog of the Year (the first Farm Dog of the year!). Joe has a fascinating story about how he came to work with Austrailian Shepherds. When Joe was looking for a dog, he met Rodger Stevens, owner of Pincie Creek Australian Shepherds. This is who he adopted Woody from. After that, Joe met Shelly Spotswood. She really introduced him to trai...
Jun 19, 2022•1 hr 3 min
In this episode, Jacque speaks with Randy Kidd, owner of Kidd’s Australian Shepherd, about the history of Australian Shepherd, and what defines a working dog. They also discuss Australian Shepherd genetics and how it is so important when choosing a dog. Randy Kidd grew up around working dogs. As he got older and started working in livestock, he decided it was time to get his own dogs. In 1979, Randy Kidd got his first registered Australian Shepherd and still works them to this day. He is the own...
Feb 01, 2022•30 min•Ep. 28
This is a very interesting episode about training with chain behavior and how explosion detection dogs! Jacque speaks with Élise Saint-Pierre, the owner of Dig It Dogs Canine Services and an explosive detection canine handler. She started with training when she was in high school with her terrier mix. After she graduated high school, she went to British Columbia for 6 months to learn more about dog training. When she got back to Nova Scotia, she started boarding and private training. For Élise, ...
Jan 20, 2022•41 min•Ep. 27
In this episode, Jacque speaks with Aaron Steele, founder of Goats On The Go and host of the Farm Dog podcast. This is a very interesting conversation about finding a working dog that works for you. When you are looking for a working cattle dog, it is very important to understand the dog’s genetics. Building a relationship with an outside breeder is important, especially if you want to know the dog’s background, training, and potential health issues. It is important to know what dog you want for...
Dec 27, 2021•55 min•Ep. 26
Title: Clinic Hopping with Kathi Schwengel In this episode, I chat with Kathi Schwengel, an author and Australian Shepherd enthusiast. There are so many similarities between our lives, this conversation is like speaking with an old friend. We talk about how having Australian Shepherds is like having a Ferrari without breaks. These dogs are amazing, they have such inner knowing, but you need to put breaks on them! We also talk about what it is like living with Australian Shepherds, living on a fa...
Dec 06, 2021•54 min•Ep. 15
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. Copyright 2021- The Instinctive Australian Shepherd Edited by: Dorien Vogelaar...
Aug 20, 2021•50 min•Ep. 23
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 A...
May 29, 2021•39 min•Ep. 23
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! www.theinstinctiveaussie.com episod...
Mar 30, 2021•50 min•Ep. 22
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 p...
Feb 10, 2021•51 min
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 ...
Jan 26, 2021•56 min•Ep. 21
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 wel...
Dec 11, 2020•51 min
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...
Nov 18, 2020•53 min
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 fo...
Oct 22, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 17
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! Edi...
Sep 09, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 16
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.workingaussies...
Aug 24, 2020•55 min•Season 1Ep. 15
This episode is all about the athlete Australian Shepherd. I get to interview ultra runner, Michelle Coleman. Michelle Coleman is a true southern girl, hailing from West Tennessee, but has happily settled in the beautiful Flint Hills of North East Kansas. Michelle fell in love with trails and trail racing because it was kinder to her body, and most trail race directors allow her Australian Shepherd running partner, Stella, to accompany her. She especially enjoys hitting up the trails around Clin...
Aug 01, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 14
This episode is packed full of nosey topics like tracking, search and rescue, skijoring and more....This is a very interesting episode if you are thinking about starting in the sport of tracking or in search and rescue! Christine Tait is my guest this episode. She does tracking, nosework, barn hunt and search and rescue and skies with her Aussies in Alaska! We discuss all things tracking and search and rescue! Tantalize your inner zombie with our gross conversations about human remains and body ...
Jul 23, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 13
This episode is super fun. Tanya Wheeler is an ASCA, AKC, AHBA and CKC stockdog judge with many years of trialing, judging and training experience. We talk about everything from Tanya's moose rearing experience to the controversies in the trialing arena. I appreciate Tanya's intelligence and understanding of the breed and the issues the breed faces in trialing and working worlds. Tanya has recently released an online herding program. Check it out at www.thetalkingdog.ca Join our conversation and...
Jun 09, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Today I get to interview author Sheila Pierson who incorporates an Australian Shepherd, Jax. She took a real event that happened in her hometown and following her inspiration and muse to create an exciting adventure with an Australian Shepherd. This is a bit of a different podcast...you creatives will enjoy it! I am sorry we don't have much Aussie stuff in this podcast. I indulged my creative side and the writer in me couldn't help it! I had to talk writing. Download Endangered in the Ozarks tod...
Apr 24, 2020•37 min•Season 1Ep. 11
This episode is packed with stuff for you and your dog. I have the pleasure of interviewing Billie Richardson, who with her dog Dan, won the 2018 Calgary Stampede Stockdog Trial, making them the first Aussie team in history to be crowned the winners at the Stampede! Check out the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=npi79Z6CoLQ Billie shares her lovely heart with us and reveals a passion she has for improving the mindset of handlers and trainers everywhere. I met Billie at a stockdog clin...
Apr 03, 2020•58 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Today we are talking to Steve Gannon - frisbee competitor! Steve competes in disc events with his three Aussies, reaching World Competition Success. Join us for an engaging chat. Learn about the sport and how to get started training your Aussie to be a frisbee champ! www.theinstinctiveaussie.com
Mar 18, 2020•54 min
Today I interview Dave Dourson from Kinetic Performance Dog Food company. This is a great conversation to listen to no matter what kind of diet you are feeding your dogs. Dave and his partner designed a dog food that feeds the most elite canine athletes, warriors and performance dogs in the country. The Department of Defense dogs (think the military dogs that are deployed overseas and at home), many police departments and sheriff's department K-9s across the country as well as many high level pe...
Mar 03, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 8
