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ICE University
Training programs based on the Sims ICE Philosophy
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Instinct
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Connection
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Enjoyment
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The Sims Philosophy of ICE is based on three
core principles which are ever present throughout
any Sims Training Program. Instinct,
Connection and Enjoyment.
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INSTINCT
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Know and
understand a dog's natural behavior. In most
cases, you dog already "knows" how to herd.
This is instinct from thousands of years when
dogs were great hunters and herded animals for
survival. Behaviors such as chasing and barking and
biting are all natural. We cannot fight instinct and
get good results. Instead, the idea is to recognize
instinct, let it flow freely and use it to help
improve the dog's performance.
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CONNECTION
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Know this is a
Team Sport. Your dogs sees you as a partner in this
game and in their eyes, you are both bringing home
the bacon! Your dog is bringing the sheep to you and
connecting with you. Connect back. Protect your
stock but allow the dog to work as freely as you
can. Work in tandem with your dog.
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ENJOYMENT
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Know this
should be fun. So often, we are armed with a flag
(herding tool) in one hand and a rattle bottle in
the other, we walk around tensely and want to
"train." But remember, if you're first
starting out, you don't know what the right way is
yet. It can be frustrating for you and your dog.
This brings us to the last point which is equally as
important as the others. Your dog sees this as the
greatest game on earth. Hopefully, you do, too. It
should be enjoyable for both of you.
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Whenever you
see the ICE logo you can be assured that the
teaching and training will be based on these core
principles. In addition, the ICE Certification
Program enables everyone to certify at different
levels, depending on your goals. Whether you want to
be a facilitator, an instructor, or just want a
formalized, comprehensive curriculum, ICE can help.
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Current Training
Options
Relationship
class: |
This is another
foundation class which will help you succeed with
any dog and in any sport. |
Private Lessons: |
Private herding
and behavior lessons are offered by Dawna, Megan and
Shawna Davis at PSR Stockdogs in Dewey, AZ.
Julia Patten
offers privates at her facility in Corrales NM,
Cocopah Farms.
Linda
McDaniel offers privates at her facility in
Alamogordo, NM |
Clinics: |
Dawna and Megan do a number of clinics throughout
the year. Clinics are a great learning environment
where you get time to work your dog, but also the
benefit of watching others work. Dawna and Megan
are great at explaining what is happening with each
dog and handler so your learning is multiplied. |
Camps: |
We also offer
a number of camps
throughout the year. Please contact us for
details. |
In-House
Training: |
In house training is available for your dog.
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Dawna Sims All rights Reserved
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