The Working Dog Podcast

Kerry Chittock is a New Zealand native who is passionate not only about his working dogs but in also helping the next generation. I was fortunate enough to spend the afternoon will Kerry and learn more about the dogs they use and why, as well as how their dog trials differ from ours in North America. Kerry is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to using dogs for every aspect of his work as well as getting one qualified for the nationals. I truly enjoyed sitting down with Kerry,  I hope you can have that fly on the wall feeling while listening to some of these amazing stories and life lessons from around the world. You can get a hold of Kerry a few different ways:Email- nurk007@icloud.comInstagram- @kerrychittockFacebook- @kerrychittockThis episode is proudly sponsored by Markus Sommer Custom bits. A message from Markus ; "My journey in handmade, quality bit making began in 2021. Having forged for years as a farrier, I wanted a new challenge and to be able to produce a solid, artistic, quality product. All bits are handmade and mouthpieces are forged from sweet iron.Quality for the horse and the horseman."Markus is on Facebook, instagram or you can reach him at (403) 392-5533

Laura and I took a virtual trip to Australia and got an opportunity to sit down with the owner and operator of Wild Bill working dogs and JC performance horses. Queensland Australia is where Bill Harding and his wife Jody call home but they often spend their days away on a custom mustering crew or giving horsemanship and dog clinics all over Australia. Bill is big on keeping his dogs enthusiastic about showing up everyday to work. We talk about overheating dogs and the preventative measures you can take, what a typical trial looks like to them as well as plenty of good stories. Like always we ask if you enjoy the show or episode please share it with a friend or dog Addict like yourself.  

Joni Tietjen is not a new name in the dog industry, she has paved her own way while creating a rock solid reputation for developing young dogs with a niche for the nursery division. This 3x National nursery finals champion creates the all around dog that puts in the hours on their Wyoming ranch then goes to win some of the most prestigious trials on the weekend. Listen in while Laura and I talk with Joni about some of her philosophies, learning curves and what's next on the horizon. 

We were honoured to interview one of the most decorated trialists in North America. Scott Glenn has been a force in the industry for over 25 years. Since his start, he and his dogs have earned more than a dozen competitive titles, including six-time USBCHA National Champion, four-time Canadian Champion, Meeker Champion, Bluegrass Champion, Soldier Hollow gold and silver medalist, and a multi-year World Trial Competitor.Recently, he competed in Ireland at the 2023 World Sheep Dog Trials with his dog, Pip, against 240 dogs from around the world placing third in the finals. Scott is a class act, a wealth of knowledge and a pleasure to visit. Enjoy taking in the perspective of such an elite dogman. This Episode is proudly sponsored by Women Of The Wild West Horse Sale. A horse sale that represents women of the horse training industry and the great horses they produce.Join Laura and Alison as they sell 3 horses in this years sale, May 26,2024 in Gooding Idaho.https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555343000688

Kier Scott of Herding East Stock Dogs outside of Airdrie, Alberta has paved himself a path in the stock dog industry. Growing up around working dogs he didn't get the itch until he found a dog named Sweep from his father. It didn't take them long and they were winning trails and Kier was full steam ahead. Kier and his wife Samantha now host weekly dog nights, clinics, dog sales and a winter series dog trial at Thorlakson arena. You can follow Herding East on Facebook or look at their website where you'll see the, Diamond T Cowhorses sponsored, weekly blogs on stockdog training and philosophies.We truly appreciate Kier and Samantha, they have been huge supporters of our podcast and this episode was a true pleasure to produce. ✨Sponsor✨F10 Ultra Saddle padsLike most people, I've been on the hunt for a high quality saddle pad that is going to fit all types of horses as well as look good and perform under all conditions.When I was fortunate enough to win cowboy of the day award at a ranch rodeo this fall I was awarded an F10 ultra pad.I was ecstatic because I was in desperate need of a new pad but it wasn't until after I talked to Dillon at F10 Ultra that I realized what I got my hands on.They use nothing but the best, sourcing their wool from %100 merino sheep here in Alberta.F10 rated wool has the highest compression rating and tensile strength rating on the market. This makes it an easy choice for you and your equine partner. I have been on a long journey to find a pad of this quality and happy to say I stand behind F10 Ultra fine saddle pads.

Sarah Martin is no stranger to dog trialing but we were all the more excited to sit down with her this week after she took home the buckle for the Canadian Cow Dog Futurity.We covered everything from how she got into stockdogs, her influence on the Australian Shepherd breed and the impact she has had on the students that have gone through her stockdog class for the past 15 years.✨Sponsor✨We would like to thank this episodes sponsor Herding East Stock DogsHerding East is a business operated by Samantha and Kier Scott, just East of Airdrie. They offer lessons, clinics, dog sales, stud dogs and co host multiple trials every year. They also are resellers of Inukshuk dog food and Sommer Ranch Stock dog Supplies. Follow Herding East on Facebook or look at their website where you'll see the, Diamond T Cowhorses sponsored, weekly blogs on stockdog training and philosophies.

If you are in the working dog world you most likely would have heard of Milt Scott. With an excess of 35 years experience, he is one of North America's top handlers. Join us in this great conversation where we discuss good old stockmanship as well touching on some of the more controversial topics that float around the dog scene. Get ready for some great training insight and thought-provoking dog philosophy.If you enjoyed or found value in the episode, please share on any platform of your choice.

In this episode of the Working Dog Podcast we sit down with Dustin Gonnet of Nanton, AB.Dustin is the son of Peter and Pam Gonnet who we have previously had a great conversation with, go back to EP. 3 to catch that one.We covered what type of dog Dustin needs for his operation as well as how he likes to develop them from pup to finished. There are multiple nuggets of wisdom in here as well as some great stories to go along with them. You can reach Dustin and Marla Gonnet at ''Gonnet Performance Horses'' on facebook.We would like to thank this episodes sponsor ''Herding East Stock Dogs''Herding East is a business operated by Samantha and Kier Scott, just East of Airdrie. They offer lessons, clinics, dog sales, stud dogs and co host multiple trials every year. They also are resellers of Inukshuk dog food and Sommer Ranch Stock dog Supplies. Follow Herding East on Facebook or look at their website where you'll see the, Diamond T Cowhorses sponsored, weekly blogs on stockdog training and philosophies

Calin duce is a fresh face in the Canadian cowdog industry with loads ambition and integrity. Listen in as he expands on the dedication and passion required for the development of a useful companion on the job. Calin's enthusiasm for the stock dog industry and prospective handlers is second to none. This interview is packed with useful and inspirational information that will motivate you to get out and ebrace the challenges associated with making a good stock dog

A man of few words but plenty of stories, we sat down with Jack Regier and discussed his life with dogs. Jack has recently made a reappearance into the trial world and didn't miss a beat while taking home first place at Mert Taylors late summer mounted open field cattle trial.

Join us as we sit down with Frank Willman, a notorious dog man and teamster. Please endure the first ten minutes of bad audio, it does get better. He's a great storyteller with a wealth of experience getting the job done with just his black and white buddies. He was on the first leafy spurge grazing project with sheep in Canada and worked multiple ranched across canada promoting the Border Collie breed to cowboys. He can get any dog with an ounce of instinct to work their heart out for him whether its heading hundreds of cattle or hounds hunting coyotes. Tune in with a dying breed of old school handler, Frank Willaman.

Welcome to our first training short where we are joined by Milt Scott, and accomplished handler currently storm stayed in Sheraton, Wyoming on his way to the NCA finals. We discuss keeping a good relationship with your dog, holding the line, and positive and negative enforcement.

Happy New Year everyone. Grab your dog, grab a friend, this is not an episode you want to miss.Jared Epp goes in detail about the importance of leadership and being the teammate your dog has always wanted you to be. You will be hard pressed to find someone who make you laugh harder as well as make you think deeper about the real purpose of our dogs.THERE IS 2 PARTS TO THIS EPISODE, DON'T MISS OUT ON PART TWO.

Happy New Year everyone. Grab your dog, grab a friend, this is not an episode you want to miss.Jared Epp goes in detail about the importance of leadership and being the teammate your dog has always wanted you to be. You will be hard pressed to find someone who make you laugh harder as well as make you think deeper about the real purpose of our dogs.THERE IS 2 PARTS TO THIS EPISODE, DON'T MISS OUT ON PART TWO.

Not many people can wallpaper their house with cheques earned by dog trialing, but Dale Montgomery has made it look easy.In this episode of The Working Dog Podcast, Laura Culligan and I sit down and hear about trialing during "the good ol' times" and where trialing is headed in the future.Dale has always been a huge advocate for new handlers as well as a mentor for seasoned teams as well.Please be sure to leave us a review, as well as share this on your social platform of choice.You can find us on facebook @theworkingdogpodcast

In this episode of The Working Dog Podcast we interview Peter and Pam Gonnet out of Outlook, SK. This power couple is no stranger to the championship ring in the trial world, but stresses that the foundation of their well known breeding program comes from a long days work on the ranch. You can reach Peter and Pam both on facebook or look up his number under the Canadian Cowdog Association.

In our second episode of The Working Dog Podcast we travel down to Bishop,Texas to visit with Annie Young of AY Cowbred Border Collies. Annie shares the importance of raising pups right as well as what her plans are for the future. There's plenty of gold nuggets in this episode so be sure to download it and share it with a friend.You can find Annie by the following links:YoutubeFacebookWebsiteThank you for listening to this episode of the working dog podcast. You can show your support by sharing this episode with a friend or on social media. Be sure to watch for when our next episode drops. You can find us at the working dog podcast on Facebook.

In our very first episode of the Working Dog Podcast we talk with Elvin Kopp, owner of That'll Do Ranch, near Westerose, Alberta. This world-champion stock dog owner, trainer and instructor is the natural first guest for our podcast. Be sure to follow That'll Do Ranch on Facebook as well as keep an eye on their website for upcoming clinics and litters.Thank you for listening to this episode of the working dog podcast. You can show your support by sharing this episode with a friend or on social media. FacebookBe sure to watch for when our next episode drops. You can find us at the working dog podcast on Facebook as well as our website theworkingdogpodcast.com