Foundations for dogs new to herding, or already on stock

Foundation training using pressure and release you can do anywhere, with any dog, so your sessions on stock are calm, safe, and productive.

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You’re staring at the edge of the herding world thinking, “Where do I even begin?”
Or you’ve already put your dog on sheep and found out how fast things can go sideways.

The real problem isn’t your dog. It’s missing foundations.

 

Herding Starts Here teaches you the pressure and release skills every good stock dog handler uses, without needing your own sheep. So when you do step into the pen, you and your dog already have a language and a plan.

How the heck do you train herding skills without stock?

You might have heard of pressure and release? Every good stock dog handler uses it. But if you come from the sport dog or pet dog world, it probably feels like a foreign language.

So I built a course that bridges the gap. One that teaches the feel, timing, and control of pressure and release without needing sheep — so you can practice anywhere, with any dog.

(Yes, any dog. These exercises work across the board. Herding dogs just tend to figure it out a bit quicker 😉)

This course is for you if: 

  • You're new to herding and want to start off right
  • You have a dog that's a bit...extra
  • Your partner is a sensitive soul that’s easily turned off
  • You want your dog to listen before - and more importantly while there are sheep in front of them.
  • You're feeling stuck, confused, or overwhelmed
  • You want to learn handler skills you'll use for years 

 

You've seen methods that are physically harsh, and they are outside of your comfort zone.

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Your Instructor 

I have over 35 years experience as a professional dog trainer and have spent the last 20 focused on herding — competing, instructing, and raising and training my own dogs from the ground up. I didn't grow up on a farm, I didn't start with sheep, and I built this course because I know exactly what it feels like to stand at the beginning of this with no idea where to start — and I know how to get you from there to somewhere really good. These days I'm a multi Open trial winner, CBCA Championship finalist, Calgary Stampede finalist, and Meeker semi-finalist — and I still think the best part of this whole thing is watching a handler and dog figure it out together for the first time.

What's inside the course: 

 

→ Over 50 short, clear video lessons, using a dozen different dogs that you can watch on your own time

 

→ Step-by-step exercises you can practice in your yard, driveway, or park

 

→ Lifetime access so you can review any time you start a new dog

 

→ Taught by a multi-open trial winner with 35+ years experience

Here's what people just like you are saying...

"Lovely, informative and clear videos!"

I have live training available here in Finland, but I still felt like I was missing something. So glad the internet exists — and that I found this!"

- Tiina Törmänen, Finland

"Very transparent"

No gate keeping like most online dog training.

- Morgan Clapp, USA

"I am loving your videos"

They are a great length, they demonstrate the point well and your dogs look very happy to be working with you!

- Keri Gardner, Scotland

"Wow, the 'Stay There' chapter is fantastic! "

We're already seeing a lot of progress with our girls, and it's been great for our relationship with them. They seem to love the practice! Thank you so much.

- Mélodie & Romain, France

"This course helped me realise"

I was too hard on myself - and now the dogs and I are really starting to have fun!

- Janice, Canada

"This course has been invaluable for my journey with my young Border Collie"

It helped me understand so much about pressure, manners, communication, and more. When Dottie was a puppy I was very confused by a lot of her behaviours, and Lisa brought so much clarity — it made a world of difference. I can't recommend Herding Starts Here enough! Plus, Lisa is a delight and a joy to learn from

- Marissa Recker, USA
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Answers to your questions

Real Results:

"Whether you're new to herding or starting a new dog or pup, I highly recommend this course. The lessons are short, clear, and concise, and Lisa is generous with her explanations. The videos are step-by-step and easy to follow — setting your dog up for success at every level." — Lisanne, Canada

You can totally do this. Spend the next few weeks building real control and communication before you ever step into the pen.

Ready to give your dog the foundations they deserve? 

• Step-by-step pressure & release exercises without stock

• Build stop, recall and control at a distance

• Especially helpful for dogs that are "extra" or sensitive

Try it for 14 days, risk‑free
Watch the lessons, start the exercises, and see how your dog responds.
If you don’t feel more confident about stepping into your next herding session, email me within 14 days for a full refund.

Start Herding Starts Here for $74USD