Book - Pup Pen to Paddock

From Pup Pen to Paddock by Lloyd Smith

The essential guide to training reliable working sheepdogs – straight from one of New Zealand’s most respected dog men.

Whether you're starting with your first pup or refining your training methods, From Pup Pen to Paddock offers a clear, practical, and proven system for developing top-performing farm dogs. Written by renowned stockman Lloyd Smith, this book distils decades of hands-on experience into an easy-to-follow training approach that works just as well for Huntaways as it does for Heading dogs.

Lloyd's method is focused on real-world farm work—not show ring tricks—so every lesson is geared toward building calm, capable, and reliable dogs ready to work alongside you in the paddock. His techniques are frequently demonstrated at field days and dog training clinics across the country, and this book serves as a permanent, practical reference you’ll return to time and again.

• A step-by-step system from early puppy training to full working maturity

• Practical advice for everyday challenges on the farm

• Clear instructions that make the process feel achievable and rewarding

• Insights that come only from a lifetime of working with dogs

Whether you're a seasoned stockperson or just beginning your journey, this book is an invaluable tool to help you train dogs with confidence and build a strong, effective team.

📘 "A must-have for any farmer who values a well-trained dog and the satisfaction of doing it yourself."