olivehill Posted June 12, 2012 Report Share Posted June 12, 2012 I'm almost afraid to ask, given some of the strong opinions I've read about other breeders/trainers, but I'd like to get my ducks in a row training wise and it sure would be nice to start out with a good one. So... anyone know or recommend this trainer? Or know and not not recommend, for that matter? Tripp is young yet, but given how quickly these first three months have gone I figure the next three will fly right by, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pippin's person Posted June 12, 2012 Report Share Posted June 12, 2012 She's excellent. You won't go wrong training with her. She hasn't been trailing much in the last few years, but she has trained many Open handlers and many Open dogs. She was one of the first, maybe the first, Expert on these Boards. She has a range of field conditions and Katahdin sheep. (disclaimer: I train regularly with her) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olivehill Posted June 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2012 Awesome! Thanks. Does this mean I might just have the pleasure of meeting you this fall, too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue R Posted June 12, 2012 Report Share Posted June 12, 2012 I have never heard anything but positive comments about Jeanne Weaver. She has a world of experience with the dogs. Best wishes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eileen Stein Posted June 12, 2012 Report Share Posted June 12, 2012 I recommend her very, very highly. She will do right by you and your pup. You are lucky to live close enough to work with her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cynthia P Posted June 12, 2012 Report Share Posted June 12, 2012 She did a clinic last year for the Ontario Border Collie Club and was excellent. Insightful and good clinican (and person) Cynthia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olivehill Posted June 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2012 Thank you all. This is excellent news. I was worried there wouldn't be suitable options within driving distance so this makes my day. I'll give her a call tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pippin's person Posted June 12, 2012 Report Share Posted June 12, 2012 Awesome! Thanks. Does this mean I might just have the pleasure of meeting you this fall, too? It could; I go out at least once a week. Let me know when you start and maybe we'll connect out there. Where do you live? There are quite a few Open handlers within driving distance of Jeanne, so if you get the bug, there are some options for different fields and such. P.s. here's a story that ran last week about her and some folks she works with Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olivehill Posted June 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2012 I'm about an hour north and a bit west of Lansing. I'll definitely let you know when we are coming out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olivehill Posted June 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 13, 2012 Also, thanks for the article. I enjoyed it. I'm not sure if I want to trial... wait, my husband isn't on this board is he? Okay, I definitely want to try our hand at trialing. We bought Tripp to work on our farm -- figured he'd be cheaper and more effective than hiring a human hand -- but the bug has bitten. I always heard all they say about Border Collies being bright and incredible animals but man... it's an understatement. I am amazed by this dog daily, am completely smitten with him, can't wait to see what he's like on stock... it's become an obsession. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pippin's person Posted June 13, 2012 Report Share Posted June 13, 2012 It does that... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeltaBluez Tess Posted June 13, 2012 Report Share Posted June 13, 2012 She is a top hand and a nice person to boot...runs in Open. Highly recommend. You are lucky to have a great resource like her close to you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommaLove Posted June 19, 2012 Report Share Posted June 19, 2012 Also, thanks for the article. I enjoyed it. I'm not sure if I want to trial... wait, my husband isn't on this board is he? Okay, I definitely want to try our hand at trialing. We bought Tripp to work on our farm -- figured he'd be cheaper and more effective than hiring a human hand -- but the bug has bitten. I always heard all they say about Border Collies being bright and incredible animals but man... it's an understatement. I am amazed by this dog daily, am completely smitten with him, can't wait to see what he's like on stock... it's become an obsession. This is what happened to me, too! I've always had hound dogs (we've got a 12yo coonhound and a 8mo beagle), but they just don't compare to our Border Collie pup! I've become BC obsessed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurae Posted June 20, 2012 Report Share Posted June 20, 2012 I took a couple of lessons with Jeanne this morning since I am in Michigan for a few days, and I was very impressed with the quality of her instruction. I wish she lived closer to me so I could work with her regularly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olivehill Posted June 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2012 That's great to hear. I spoke with her shortly after posting here and she seemed like a really nice person. We'll be taking Tripp out when he gets a bit older. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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