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ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS * How do I choose the right Goose Dog for my needs? |
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THE RIGHT DOG FOR YOU Many factors go into determining which dog is best for your needs and situation. When you call us about purchasing a trained goose dog, you should be ready to answer the following questions as the first step toward finding the perfect dog for you and your situation. |
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* How large a property or area are you trying to clear of problem birds or wildlife? * What type of birds or animals will the dog be required to work? * Will swimming be required? How much and how often? * Will the dog be working for one handler or multiple handlers? What is the prospective handler's experience and temperament? Is personnel likely to change over during the dog's working lifetime? * How and where will the dog be housed? Some dogs have more need for companionship and bonding than others. * Will the dog be in regular contact with the public? Will this include children? Other dogs? Livestock? * What other conditions unique to your property should we know about? Noise? Highways? Nearby distractions? Seclusival has a wide selection of Border Collies in all ages and stages of training. Let us use our 20 plus years of experience to help you select the right dog for your particular situation. |
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* What should a well trained goose dog be able to do? |
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TRAINED GOOSE DOGS Nearly every Border Collie will chase geese, but few meet the specialized requirements for a career as a successful goose dog. What should a well trained goose dog be able to do? A well trained goose dog is the product careful selection followed by months of highly skilled training. Here are just a few of the basics. * A goose dog works at a distance from the handler, typically in unfenced areas. Solid, well-proofed obedience training is a must! * Like a sheepdog, a goose dog needs voice or whistle commands to direct it right, left, farther out -- wherever the geese are! * Beyond basic sheepdog training, a goose dog must be willing to swim out after the birds, and must take direction in the water. * Attitude is important! A goose dog must not be intimidated by angry or aggressive geese, and at the same time should seek to herd, not harm them. * More specialized skills for goose dogs include riding on golf carts, greeting the public appropriately, ignoring noise or livestock, and other needs peculiar to individual sites. |
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If you are looking for the perfect Border Collie for goose management, sheepdog trials or farm work, we have a selection of quality dogs at various ages and levels of training -- from just-started one year olds to mature, experienced stock, trial or goose control dogs. |
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In general, an older dog with more advanced training is more settled and will find it easier to make a smooth transition to your routines. Such a dog is, of course, pricier than a younger dog, but is well worth the extra cost. Every dog is sold with * instructional video, * handling lesson * veterinary package * lifetime help and backup * 100% satisfaction guarantee |
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* What does a Seclusival goose dog cost? |
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Seclusival offers a wide selection of quality dogs at various ages and levels of training -- from just-started one year olds to mature, experienced stock, trial or goose control dogs. Prices average $3,000-$4,500, depending on the dog's age and level of training. An older dog with more experience and training will make the transition more easily and is priced at the higher end of the scale. Younger dogs offer the advantages of lower cost and a longer working life. Additional services available include: * Shipping via air * Personal delivery and handling instruction * Extended handler training on location * Consultation on Dogs purchased elsewhere We require a deposit of $500 to select a dog and refine its training to your particular needs. The balance is due prior to shipping or delivery. |
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