An experience for Border Collies and their owners. Experiencing the joy of seeing something awaken in your dog that has been bred into him for centuries can be an amazing experience. 10-15 minutes of herding stock, whether it be a first introduction or an experienced dog sorting sheep provides more enrichment than running several miles because of the active engagement of thought.

Back to Shady Creek Herding. There are amazing hiking trails a half mile from Shady Creek Farm at the Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary. The property is the headquarters for the Indiana Audubon Society and is open to the public. The trails vary from easy to moderate and are well marked. Leashed dogs are welcome to hike the trails and enjoy the wildlife and scenery the area has to offer. The town of Connersville, IN is located 8 miles from Shady Creek Farm.

Back to Shady Creek Herding. Zoe, Nellie, Ruby and Hank. Nellie was introduced to sheep the day after we brought her home, by the time she was 4 months old she was exhibiting herding instinct and was able to gather up small groups of lambs. She is a great hiking partner, loves to retrieve a ball and will do a back flip .

Back to Shady Creek Herding. We are located in East Central Indiana, 1. 25 hours from Indianapolis, IN, Dayton, OH and Cincinnati, OH. We are in Fayette County, between Rushville and Connersville Indiana off of State Route 44. Map to Shady Creek Farm. 2764 South Bird Sanctuary Road.

Saturday, October 26, 2013. If we determine your dog is safe to be around stock, they will be given the opportunity to begin to figure out how to move in and around stock.

Building a greater relationship with your Border Collie. Back to Shady Creek Herding. Back to Shady Creek Herding. An opportunity for you to learn more about your dog, yourself and your relationship with your dog. An opportunity for you to lead your dog through a new experience.

Breeders of Commercial Katahdin Sheep. Shady Creek Katahdins has been raising commercial Katahdin sheep since 2003. We maintain a breeding flock of 25 ewes with lambing season occurring in February and March.

You are encouraged to come prepared to spend a day in a farm environment! For your dog, please have a flat buckle collar. A chain, choke or slip collar will not be permitted. If you regularly use a harness for hiking or dog walks, bring that too. A long leash is best, a 10 foot training leash works well. Flexi-leashes are not advised nor will they be allowed around the stock.