Schedule
Make an Appointment
To schedule a herding lesson, find an open time from the list below and send me your request in an email at the addy: dogwoodfarmherding@gmail.com
Or Click on the 'request for a lesson' below and it will send a direct email to me!
Lesson Fees
Lessons are scheduled on the hour and will last for up to 45 minutes.
Lessons are $50.
(***Cash or Check only please!***)
Please make checks payable to Mary Lou Hayden
Well... Now its turning Spring! Now we have to watch the weather for wind/rain storms!
AK! With the spring rainy (muddy dog!) season coming.... watch the weather for bad storms coming - if its gonna pour down rain - we'll have to cancel lessons.
For First Timers
Please make sure your dog is in good health and not excessively overweight. Bring a buckle collar for your dog. All dogs must be leashed - no flexi's please!
Also, please clean up after your dogs.
I’ve discovered that students generally have a better learning experience if we schedule appointments for herding instead of just dropping in. You will probably be here about 2 hours (more for multiple dogs). You are always welcome to come early or stay late and watch others work. It can be time well spent and very educational!
On Your First Visit
On your first visit to the farm, we will test your dog for herding instinct. I will take your dog in and work the dog for 10-15 minutes depending on what the dog does. Once we know what your dog understands about herding, then we'll formulate a plan for its education. Herding is a very mentally exhausting sport for your dog, and we have found that one time on your first visit is best. After the first visit then your dog will most likely work twice.
Available Appointment Dates
Taking the next couple of weekends off.....
What a busy month! Many apologies for not having more weekends to herd this month. Going to take the next 2 weekends off for family (Fathers Day) and a trip to Colorado!
But we'll be back to herding at the end of the month......
June 29th - Saturday - Back to more herding!
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June 30th - Sunday
10:00
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July 6th - Saturday - Happy Independence Day!!
10:00
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July 7th - Sunday
10:00
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Future Herding Plans
More Herding Dates for the summer
- July 11th thru 15th - (Sorry, No herding.) Going to the Land-O-Lincoln Trial in Illinois!
- July 19th thru July 20th - (Sorry, No herding.) Going to a family wedding celebration!
- July 27th and 28th - More Herding!!
2019 Planned Trials for the Dogwood Crew
The Triple Cross Trial - March 23rd & 24th
Waaa! This trial has been cancelled!
Garrison Farm No Frills Stock dog Trial - April 13th & 14th
Wilmington OH. Looking forward to this trial - have never been to this location. Should be interesting!
The Bluegrass Classic Stockdog Trial - May 15th thru May 19th
This trial is in Lexington KY and is a fabulous venue! If you ever wanted to go see a great trial and experience what the big field trials are all about - this is the one to go to!