Re: [Blackbelly] Can we trim horns? (Follow up)

2012-07-07 Thread Michael Smith
In California, a mature dog trained like that is worth $7,000 -$10,000. A pup with a year's training, more to go, and showing promise-- is worth about $1500 or more. I have a mature Aussie dog I rescued from a bad situation. She was not trained at all to do "anything" till I got her at 3 yrs old.

Re: [Blackbelly] Can we trim horns? (Follow up)

2012-07-07 Thread Dave Andrus
A trained and experienced dog with a equally trained and experienced human is a great combination!!! Until the finances, training and experience are in place some 4 way in a 1and 1/2 gallon bucket with a familiar shepherds call can bring a flock of sheep in as long as they are in ear shot. Whil

Re: [Blackbelly] Can we trim horns? (Follow up)

2012-07-07 Thread Natasha
> Please read the article Mary wrote in the BBSAI newsletter that just came out. Where can this article be found? Do you have a link? Thanks, Natasha ___ This message is from the Blackbelly mailing list Visit the list's homepage at %http://www.blackbe

Re: [Blackbelly] Can we trim horns? (Follow up)

2012-07-07 Thread Nancy Johnson
I am very glad to hear you succeeded in your catch quest. I have a small farm, only 22 sheep at the moment, they all know their names and come running when I call, but after I catch the first one, the others are wise and won't be caught. I feel compelled to tell you about a recent trip I t