Guy & Angie Johnson of Double J Border Collies in Ontario, Oregon, are open-level handlers and trainers who compete at the highest level in herding competitions in the United States. They have been breeding and training top quality working border collies for the past 18 years and teaching stockdog clinics for the past 8 years. What sets them apart as instructors is their approachability and communication skills. They both have an ability to work effectively with people who are new to herding and to explain things in a manner that works for them. Learn more at www.doublejbordercollies.com
Lesson/Clinic Dates
Sat, May 2nd, 2026 - Sun, May 3rd, 2026
Clinic Details
This is an intensive working seminar for novice and intermediate cattle trial competitors who want to improve. It is also suitable for people with dogs that are trained and already working cattle on command who are interested in competing in cattle trials. Participants will have a chance to work multiple full courses each day with their dog as well as learn through several white-board sessions and Q&A. Limited to 10 working spots.
Topic covered include but are not limited to:
How to maximize your training sessions at home
Planning, goal-setting, and progress assessment
Pre-trial preparation: what to do 2-5 days before a trial
Game day best practices: mental and physical
How to get the most out of handler meetings
Obstacle-specific techniques and options
Improving your course times through efficiency
The importance of managing the lead cow
Handling challenging cattle, dogs, and situations
Reading and managing pressure
Improving your timing
Sorting strategies and practice
Knowing when to end a run early
Keys to success in novice and intermediate classes specifically