Handler Position and Pressure During Herding Instinct Testing
How your position in the pen affects your dog's ability to demonstrate instinct, and the pressure dynamics between handler, dog, and livestock that evaluators are watching.
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Questions to Ask Your Herding Instinct Test Evaluator Before You Book
The specific questions that separate good evaluators from great ones, and what to listen for when assessing whether a facility is right for your dog.
Read moreCommon Mistakes Handlers Make During Herding Instinct Tests
Experienced judge James Whitworth identifies the most frequent handler errors during HIC testing and explains how to avoid them for a more accurate evaluation.
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