Demonstrations

Come and see Julie and her amazing Border Collies in action

A group from Abbey Tours enjoying their visit

The Bumgardners from Texas on their visit

organised by Kathy Pachman of Celebrated Experiences

The Tigers Rugby Team enjoying the Sheepdog Demonstration

Transportation to the farm for demonstrations by taxi or private hire.

Scotland starts here: Active & Outdoors podcast. Julie talks with David Howard who has put together a collection of podcasts for Scotland starts here. It covers lots of things to do in the Borders and Midlothian.

Comment: What a wonderful time we had today! Your dogs are amazing. Definitely the highlight of the trip.

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Demonstration Visits

This is a great chance to see and interact with some wonderful dogs. Watch them work in their home environment at Carcant Farm. Carcant is a breathtaking place to visit, set in the beautiful Moorfoot Hills, where wildlife roam undisturbed.

New
Julie now offers virtual sheepdog demonstrations.
Through a zoom meeting you can book a demonstration and watch from the comfort of your home. Interact and ask questions as the demonstration pauses from time to time to give you a explanation of how Julie communicates with her dogs to teach them what is needed to help her shepherd her flock of sheep.

Julie offers sheepdog demonstrations by appointment
Whether you want to see these dogs for pleasure or want to learn more about her Natural Way method, then Julie can adapt the type of demonstration to suit requirements.

Type of demonstration on offer
Overview of training a sheepdog using "The Natural Way"
This demonstration shows in brief the different stages of training, from the early stages of communication to the advanced stage of training that is required for hill work.
Allow one hour for demonstration and an extra half hour for socialising.

Private Hands on demonstration along side Julie
If you would like to get close up with sheep and dog to see and feel how the three way communication works between the dog, sheep and handler then this is the demo for you.
Allow one hour demonstration and half an hour socialising.

Private Educational Demonstrations
For those wanting to learn the intricacies of "The Natural Way" method. Timescale will depend on clients requirements.

Overview of a shepherds life limited number
This starts with a brief explanation of "The Natural Way". Followed by a tour of the farm watching the dogs working in the hills.

Only suitable for 1 or two people at one time in order to be transported by all terrain vehicle.

Appropriate clothing is required.
Allow for 2 hours for demonstration and tour plus extra time to socialise.

How To Find Us

Price Information below for standard Sheepdog Demonstration.
All Prices inclusive of Vat.

Small family groups and coaches welcome
Prices start at £50 per family unit of 5 & below per hour.
Infants free.
prices per hour for groups as below.
Groups 6 to 10 £90
Groups 11 to 20 £140
Groups of 21 to 30 £180
Groups of 31 to 50 £250
Groups of 51 to 70 £300
Prices include refreshments
The demonstration consists of a introduction to Carcant farm and an insight in to the everyday management of a traditional hill farm, Meeting many members of Julie’s pack of working sheepdogs. Explanatory description of the natural way to train a border collie, showing the stages of training that Julie’s dogs go through to become an exceptional hill dog enabling Julie to shepherd single handed & manage her flock of 350 Cheviot ewes & 100 followers. Be prepared to be blown away by what these amazing dogs can do & get an insight in to their everyday working life.
Demonstration is usually 1 hour with extra free time added on for socialising with the dogs, refreshments & questions.

Private bookings for small groups available for 6 & below for Overview of training a sheepdog or Hands on demonstration.
Cost £120 which includes a complimentary Nethhillbordercollie Dvd that shows all aspects of a dogs life working on Carcant farm. Beautiful scenery showing the seasons throughout the year. Stunning views of the moor foot hills showing some of the amazing wildlife.
For Bespoke bookings contact Julie on the contact details below.
There are toilet facilities on site and refreshments free of charge.
Call Julie on 01875 835249 or email sheepdogjulie@btinternet.com

Self-Catering Accommodation
If you would like to stay in the Borders for a few days we have the perfect solution. Luxury accommodation close at hand where you can book your very own private demonstration.

Reviews

Julie, we are home stateside now. I want to thank you for my favorite tour of all that we took. I was truly disappointed that we had to cut it short. I had questions about the dogs and training. You are amazing! Your dogs are brilliant--regardless of what we saw throughout the ten days in your magical country, nothing eclipsed our hour of watching your four-legged darlings. I've reviewed (5 stars, of course), If you can tell me where/how, I will post my raves. How much I would love to know you better and watch you working with your furry geniuses more. Thank you!

Julie is proudly sponsored by Sneyd's Wonderfeeds-working dog food unrivalled in quality and value