SERVICES
CLINICS
John has traveled all across North America and Europe teaching clinics and would love to do one in your area. John is known for his DOG4EWE Border Collies, but has extensive experience with a large variety of herding breeds. No matter which breed of dog, the theme of John’s clinics are to develop a calm working dog that is happy to work for you and with you!
Clinics are positive and calm, with an emphasis on developing the right attitude for working calmly and moving stock quietly. Handlers of all experience levels are welcome. John will work with each person and dog individually, focusing on what the team wishes to accomplish. Whether you are just starting out in herding, starting a young dog, working your dog on the farm, or fine tuning for the trial field, everyone can take away something beneficial from John’s clinics.
Clinics can be held for one day or multiple days. Each participant gets to work their dog twice each day, with John expertly analyzing any problems and giving clear concise recommendations about how to correct problems. He wears a live mic so that everyone in attendance can benefit from each other. Discussion after each dog is encouraged. Auditing is usually available for people who are not working a dog but wish to benefit from the clinic. Call us at (402) 469-5056 or email for details about booking a clinic in your area. Current scheduled clinic dates are listed here.
2016 CLINIC DATES
APRIL 2-3, 2016
Keepstone Farm, Berryville, VA
Hosted by Keepstone Farm
Working and Auditing spots (contact below for availability)
Contact: Susan Rhoades keepstonefarm@aol.com
MAY 30-31, 2016
PackLeader Farm, Gig Harbor, Washington
Hosted by All Breed Herding Club of Western Washington
Working and Auditing spots (contact below for availability)
Contact: Tori Crites dreamcatcheracd@aol.com
JULY 30, 2016 LESSONS
North Pole, Alaska
Hosted by
Lessons (contact below for availability)
Contact: Shawnshinyday@hotmail.com
More Dates to Follow
INTERESTED IN HOSTING A CLINIC WITH JOHN?
Call John at (402) 469-5056 or john.dog4ewe@gmail.com for details about booking a clinic in your area.
TRAINING (BOARD & TRAIN)
Training is available to a limited number of dogs here at our facility. John’s positive training philosophy is designed to teach the dogs how to use their natural ability in cooperation with the handler. “It is very important to understand what the dog is thinking to know what is motivating it!” Dogs can be trained for farm and ranch work or for trial work in USBCHA, ASCA, AHBA, or AKC. We even offer handling services if that is your desire.
“The most important thing when starting a young dog is to develop the right attitude,” John says. “Even before you take your dog to stock, you should be developing a good working relationship with your pup by earning its respect and having it respond willingly to you. When I train a dog I always try to get into the dogs mind and understand what is motivating it. I adjust my approach to the feedback the dog is giving me.” “I want my lessons to be quite, calm, and slow paced.”
LESSONS
John gives lessons evenings and weekends by appointment. Many of our customers have taken advantage of this inexpensive way to teach their dog and learn how to use it better. Dogs start in a small round pen and can be worked up to open field work in our 5 acre pasture if you desire. “We teach you how to teach the dog!” Please contact us to schedule a lesson and for current lesson pricing.
JUDGING
John is a popular USBCHA, AHBA, and AKC judge. In April of 2006 John judged the USBCHA National Cattle Dog Finals. He is known for being fair and impartial with a lot of stock savvy. Please call well in advance to check on his availability.
DEMONSTRATIONS
The Holmans enjoy displaying the awesome talents of their DOG4EWE Border Collies to crowds all over the Midwest. They can tailor a show to what ever fits your time and space requirements.