The Instinctive Australian Shepherd

A show dedicated to the preservation of the Australian Shepherd and the education and entertainment of Aussie fanciers. Learn about the heritage of the breed and enjoy the many things these dogs can do!

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Here are some great episodes to start with. Or, check out episodes by topic.

Solutions for Puppy Behavior Issues

Rick Hardin and the Old Dogs!

Lor A Australian Shepherds with Beth Crandall

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April 3, 2025

Australian Shepherds Across the Pond- High level working dogs with Kat Farrants

In this episode I am talking with Kat Farrants from the UK about her successes with her Australian Shepherds in high levels of competition. We spend our time talking about dog sports and mindset and all things Aussie competition. It's a great...

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Feb. 20, 2025

True Versatility - Working Ranch dogs - Winning Trial dogs with Tom Collins

Yes, Virginia, a Working Ranch Dog can Trial! Join us for this fascinating discussion about working ranch dogs and trialing dogs with Tom Collins from Fruitville, Idaho. Tom and I discuss the value of a working ranch dog and the fun of the game of...

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Jan. 3, 2025

The Working Aussie Source Big Announcement

Ok. The Big Announcement I have been teasing is here! It turns out there are 4 announcements. BIG CHANGES coming for the Working Aussie Source.... Please share with your friends. This is very pertinent if you are trialing in January! Get...

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Jan. 10, 2024

Upping our Herding Game- Raising Expectations with Erin Eckert Part 1

This is part 1 of an excellent interview with Erin Eckert. In this podcast episode, Jacque Tinker and Erin Eckhart delve into the intricacies of training and trialing Australian cattle dogs and Australian shepherds. They discuss the challenges...

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July 21, 2023

Bulls, Broncs and Dogs- The Bulls Behind the Pro Riders and the Aussies that Care for Them

In this podcast episode, host Jacque Tinker interviews Jan Wyatt-Owens, who is involved with Australian Shepherds and raises bulls for rodeos. They discuss Jan's involvement with Australian Shepherds, her experiences with training and trialing her...

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May 22, 2023

A Look Back at Hangin' Tree Dude and Modern Day Trialing

Pull your toes in or put your steel toed boots on! We are getting real in this episode and some topics may be uncomfortable. In this particular episode of the Instinctive Australian Shepherd Podcast, the host, Jacque Tinker, engages in an...

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Jan. 10, 2024

Unleashing Potential: The Art of Training and Trialing Australian Wor…

Introduction Hello, fellow dog enthusiasts! I'm Jacque Tinker, the host of "The Instinctive Australian Shepherd" podcast, and today I'm excited to share with you the insights and experiences from one of our most engaging episodes. I had the pleasur…

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