Stockmanship and Sheepdog Training Days
Our training goes much deeper than simply putting your dog in with the sheep and teaching you what to do. The theory sessions explain the “why” and the practical components show the “how” of training […]
Before you start – choose the right dog
When people ask me about buying a sheepdog, they often say “I don’t need a really good one.” But in fact, a well-bred dog with a good temperament will set you up for the best […]
Beating the Kiwis!
Congratulations to Mick Hudson (NSW), Geoff Gibson (QLD), Grant Cooke (WA) and, of course, Milton Cross (SA)! We went to Tasmania for the 2022 Supreme Australian Championships Sheepdog Trial in October, as Milton was representing […]
Frequently Asked Questions and Contact Us
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Our Background
Milton grew up on his parents’ farm, where sheepwork was always done using dogs, at a time when most other farmers were using motorbikes and multiple people to shift their stock. The neighbours used to […]
Sheepdog Trialling
When Milton was 12 years old, his grandfather took him to a sheepdog trial in nearby Strathalbyn. During his teen years he helped out at the local Milang trial, where renowned South Australian breeder and […]
Testimonials
I came to Milton with a border collie puppy and no idea what I was doing. By first understanding the philosophies behind working dogs and then being guided through every step of training relevant to […]
Our Best Mates
Though we don’t breed many litters, over the years we’ve had hundreds of dogs. Some are great farm dogs, some are great trial dogs. Often they go to their new owners as pups, but some […]