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171. Peter Hogan

1 hr 33 min

p 171: Peter Hogan This week on DogTorque, Laura McKillop and Daniel Camilleri sit down with Peter Hogan, a stockman, trialler and breeder from Glencoe in the New England, just south of Glen Innes. Peter has had dogs since he was a kid, spent ten years training them full time for other people, and is one of the handlers behind the Glen Innes working dog sale, now in its fifteenth year. In this episode we chat about: Growing up in a tin shed at Coleambally when the irrigation area was first balloted, and the road from there to the top of the rangeLearning to train dogs out of a book, because there were no schools and nobody offered advice at a trial back thenThe four-week program he built for client dogs, and why he reckons discipline, respect and manners come before anything elseThe $14,000 auction dog that came back to him ten months later, and what actually went wrongHis pig dogs, and why they might be his favourite dogs in the kennelWhere he thinks yard trialling is heading, speed trials versus stockmanship, and the standards he’d like to see in the lower gradesPeter doesn’t dress much up, and whether you’re starting your first pup or thinking about what you’d pay for a trained dog, there’s plenty in here worth chewing over. Enjoying DogTorque? Follow the show, leave us a rating and share it with a mate who loves working dogs.

170. Kelpies For Kids - Kate Willcocks

1 hr 1 min

Kate Willcocks runs Kelpies for Kids out of Western Australia. It’s a soon-to-be registered charity that raises awareness of what country families go through when the medical care they need is only in Perth, and raises funds for Telethon along the way. Five WA farmers each train a pup over the year alongside a “master trainer”, a child receiving treatment through a Telethon beneficiary. The dogs are auctioned at the Perth Royal Show. It started in December 2023. Kate was mowing the lawn with her eleven-month-old asleep inside and her husband Rowan away harvesting when she was stung by a swarm of bees. She went into anaphylactic shock 150 kilometres from the nearest hospital, then into premature labour at nineteen weeks. The storms over Perth meant no airlift that night, so it was a police escort between towns to keep adrenaline up to her. She and Rachel ended up living in Perth for five months. The first year she thought she’d do one pup. It ended up being four. By the second year she wasn’t watching the kids in the hospital window anymore, she was one of them, and that changed what the whole thing was for.

169. Kim Dodson

1 hr 0 min

Kim Dodson farms with her husband Shane at Kaniva in western Victoria, 15 kilometres from the South Australian border. They run about 6,000 acres, mostly cropping, with a bit over 3,000 sheep. She won season three of Muster Dogs with Banjo, and she's only been in dogs seven or eight years. Kim came to the district in 1999 to ride track work and planned to stay six months. Horses were the whole thing until her back gave out, and dogs filled the gap. Her first one was a Gumtree pup with no breeding behind it, which she rehomed after a Neil McDonald clinic set her straight on pedigrees. The one that actually started her was Barkell Peters Kate, an eight-year-old fully trained bitch. Four months later she was at Sheepvention having never watched a full trial, and came third in a strong encourage. She's good company on a lot of this. The bit worth staying for is her case for buying an older dog when you're starting out, and why nobody says it out loud.

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171. Peter Hogan

1 hr 33 min

p 171: Peter Hogan This week on DogTorque, Laura McKillop and Daniel Camilleri sit down with Peter Hogan, a stockman, trialler and breeder from Glencoe in the New England, just south of Glen Innes. Peter has had dogs since he was a kid, spent ten years training them full time for other people, and is one of the handlers behind the Glen Innes working dog sale, now in its fifteenth year. In this episode we chat about: Growing up in a tin shed at Coleambally when the irrigation area was first balloted, and the road from there to the top of the rangeLearning to train dogs out of a book, because there were no schools and nobody offered advice at a trial back thenThe four-week program he built for client dogs, and why he reckons discipline, respect and manners come before anything elseThe $14,000 auction dog that came back to him ten months later, and what actually went wrongHis pig dogs, and why they might be his favourite dogs in the kennelWhere he thinks yard trialling is heading, speed trials versus stockmanship, and the standards he’d like to see in the lower gradesPeter doesn’t dress much up, and whether you’re starting your first pup or thinking about what you’d pay for a trained dog, there’s plenty in here worth chewing over. Enjoying DogTorque? Follow the show, leave us a rating and share it with a mate who loves working dogs.

170. Kelpies For Kids - Kate Willcocks

1 hr 1 min

Kate Willcocks runs Kelpies for Kids out of Western Australia. It’s a soon-to-be registered charity that raises awareness of what country families go through when the medical care they need is only in Perth, and raises funds for Telethon along the way. Five WA farmers each train a pup over the year alongside a “master trainer”, a child receiving treatment through a Telethon beneficiary. The dogs are auctioned at the Perth Royal Show. It started in December 2023. Kate was mowing the lawn with her eleven-month-old asleep inside and her husband Rowan away harvesting when she was stung by a swarm of bees. She went into anaphylactic shock 150 kilometres from the nearest hospital, then into premature labour at nineteen weeks. The storms over Perth meant no airlift that night, so it was a police escort between towns to keep adrenaline up to her. She and Rachel ended up living in Perth for five months. The first year she thought she’d do one pup. It ended up being four. By the second year she wasn’t watching the kids in the hospital window anymore, she was one of them, and that changed what the whole thing was for.

169. Kim Dodson

1 hr 0 min

Kim Dodson farms with her husband Shane at Kaniva in western Victoria, 15 kilometres from the South Australian border. They run about 6,000 acres, mostly cropping, with a bit over 3,000 sheep. She won season three of Muster Dogs with Banjo, and she's only been in dogs seven or eight years. Kim came to the district in 1999 to ride track work and planned to stay six months. Horses were the whole thing until her back gave out, and dogs filled the gap. Her first one was a Gumtree pup with no breeding behind it, which she rehomed after a Neil McDonald clinic set her straight on pedigrees. The one that actually started her was Barkell Peters Kate, an eight-year-old fully trained bitch. Four months later she was at Sheepvention having never watched a full trial, and came third in a strong encourage. She's good company on a lot of this. The bit worth staying for is her case for buying an older dog when you're starting out, and why nobody says it out loud.

168. Scott Stokes

49 min

Scott Stokes runs a building company out of Greenbank in south-east Queensland and has only been trialling about five years. In that time he's won an open at the Queensland Supreme, beaten his mentor to do it, and made the Queensland rep team with Gage, the station bred kelpie he bought off Gumtree at Inverell for $300. He grew up on farms in the Waikato in New Zealand until he was thirteen, then moved to the Gold Coast with his family. Dogs weren't really part of the plan. He bought Gage as a mate to bring to work and only put him on sheep because the dog had too much go in him to sit in the ute. We cover a fair bit in this one. Scott talks about training around a business and a young family, including the years when the sheep were 35 minutes away and he'd get home in the dark. He's honest about whether 3-sheep is a collie game or just a numbers game, and about the pressure that got to him at Stanthorpe when he was chasing a spot in the Australian team. He also makes a good case for new triallers putting their hand up to judge, and passes on the advice Jeff Gibson gave him when Gage started blowing through his stops.

166. Tony Whitehead

37 min

Tony Whitehead is 90 years old, still on the block he's held since he was a child, and still letting sheep out at trials across NSW and Victoria. This one's a sit-down with a bloke who's seen more of the working dog world from the yards than most of us will ever see from the arena. Tony grew up at Urana in the NSW Riverina, was a jackaroo on Tubbo Station on the Murrumbidgee during the 1956 floods, spent four years as a ringer north of Winton in Western Queensland, and tossed a coin to decide between coming home and getting his pilot's licence in Cairns. He's carted grain, built tunnels at the Williamstown naval dockyard, owned a £35 racehorse that won 22 races, and came to sheepdog trials in his sixties because his wife reckoned he'd work himself to death on the farm otherwise. What you'll hear: Life on a Riverina station in the 1950s, with two full-time rabbiters running 30 dogs eachHow Tony went from helping in the yards at the Supremes to trialling his own dogs, and the dogs that got him there: Hamish, Horace and BearThe put-away dog he refused to sell, no matter the moneyTony's let-out method: ropes, a white rock at 20 metres, proper side barriers, and why "prevention is better than cure" in the yardsThe best run he's ever seen: a small white bitch of Greg Prince's that got attacked 23 times by sick sheep and still pennedWhy he thinks more women in the sport has been good for stock handlingNarrandera, Koroit, and what makes a well-run trialHis advice to a 20-year-old: never be in a hurry, do it right, do it once

165. Oscar Thorpe

51 min

This episode we sit down with Oscar Thorpe and chat about how he got into the industry, what he loves about it and so much more.

164. Gary White

1 hr 23 min

Join us as we catch up with Gary White from Whites Kelpie Stud almost 5 years after his first DogTorque #8.

163. James Rayner

1 hr 7 min

James Rayner from Stoney Creek Kelpies joins us to discuss his story.

162. Roland Pell

1 hr 19 min

This episode see Roland Pell tell us about his life, working dogs and so much more...

160. Jack & Lucy Kings

1 hr 8 min

This episode we sit with Jack & Lucy Kings from Instinct Working Kelpies.

159. Josh Latty

1 hr 20 min

Join us as we chat with Josh Latty from Kelbar & Kamarooka Kelpies. We discuss where he is at in life and how he got there, what he likes in dogs, genetic and so much more.

158. Jacob Ryan

1 hr 8 min

In this episode we sit down with Jacob Ryan from Jaymalar Working Kelpies and discuss everything from getting into dogs to what he is doing now.

156. Barambogie Mack (Steve Weyman)

20 min

Ever seen the champion dog Barambogie Mack pop up in a kelpie pedigree and wondered about the story behind him? In this episode, Dan sits down with Steve Weyman to chat all about Mack, his background, impact, and why he’s left such a mark on the kelpie world.

155. Antony Mulder

1 hr 41 min

This week on DogTorque we’re joined by Antony Mulder from Narroonda Working Dogs. We get into his journey with dogs, the way he approaches training, and what he’s learnt through trialling and working dogs day in, day out. There’s plenty in this around timing, pressure, and understanding your dog, not just telling it what to do. A really honest chat with a lot of practical takeaways for anyone working dogs.

154. Lydia Nielsen

1 hr 15 min

This week on DogTorque we’re joined by Lydia Nielsen from Wylder Working Dogs. We dive into dog nutrition and how what you feed your dogs can impact their performance, recovery, mindset, and overall health. Lydia shares what she’s learned through her own dogs, what people often get wrong about feeding working dogs, and a few simple things handlers can think about when it comes to their dogs’ diet.

153. Louis Simpson

1 hr 15 min

This week on DogTorque we’re joined by Louis Simpson from Lochiel Stockdogs. We chat about where he’s travelled, the places he’s worked, the dogs he’s learned from (and the ones that have taught him a few lessons the hard way), and how all of that has shaped the way he trains today. It’s a real conversation about backing yourself, putting in the work, and figuring things out as you go. Plenty of dogs, plenty of stories… and a few laughs along the way.

152. Sharron Steer

1 hr 32 min

We are joined by Sharron Steer from Calare Kelpies in the Central West. As a psychologist and working dog handler, Sharron brings a really valuable perspective on the role mindset plays in both people and dogs. We chat through stress, awareness, fight-or-flight responses, and how our own state of mind can directly influence the dogs we work with. Sharron explains how these concepts show up in everyday training, handling pressure at trials, and recognising what’s actually happening beneath the surface when things don’t go to plan. A thoughtful conversation that connects the dots between human behaviour and dog behaviour with plenty to take away whether you’re training at home, trialling, or just trying to understand your dogs (and yourself) a little better.

151. Raph McIntosh

1 hr 13 min

Welcome back for 2026. Join us as we chat with Raph McIntosh from McIntosh Livestock

150. Eric Tighe

1 hr 2 min

In this episode, we chat with Eric Tighe from Tighe’s Working Border Collies and Heal With Ease about his journey with dogs, breeding, and the balance between natural healing and performance in working dogs. A great conversation with plenty of insight into the way Eric approaches both health and training.

149. Talking Dogs & Training Concepts

2 hr 11 min

In this episode of DogTorque, we are joined by Chris Egan and Paul Doyle for a deep dive into training, mindset, and the overlap between stock dogs and working detection/protection dogs. Chris and Paul share their thoughts on the industry, the direction it’s heading, and the patterns they’re seeing in both working dog and stock dog circles. We also unpack how Dan’s approach to dogs has changed over the past four years, and how Laura's team has developed, what she’s learned along the way, and the opportunities that have come from those experiences. A relaxed, honest conversation with plenty of insight and ideas.

147. Seumas McKillop & Jeremy Lim - Holbrook Vet Centre

1 hr 6 min

In this episode, we’re joined by Seumas McKillop and Jeremy Lim from Holbrook Vet Centre to talk all things summer safety for working dogs. From dealing with and managing snake bites to recognising the early signs of heat stress, they share practical prevention tips and real-world advice to help you keep your dogs safe through the hotter months. A timely chat packed with insights every handler should hear before the temps really start to climb.

146. Thomas Woolford

59 min

This week on DogTorque, we catch up with Thomas Woolford a stockman, handler, and all-round good bloke who’s built a name for himself through hard work, good dogs, and a love for the land. Thomas shares how he first got into working dogs, the lessons that shaped his training style, and why he changed up his life. It’s a yarn about backing yourself, learning from every run, and staying true to your dogs.

145. Women in Ag with Billie Bourke, Brooke Barton & Emelia Stokehill

1 hr 8 min

Emelia Stokehill, Brooke Barton, and Billie Bourke are three great mates carving out their place in agriculture and working dogs. From long days on the land to weekends at trials, they share their stories of getting started, the lessons learned along the way, and what keeps them turning up in an industry that isn’t always easy. It’s an honest, down-to-earth chat about mateship, persistence, and passion for both farming and dogs. This episode is proudly supported by Enduro’s Women in Ag initiative, celebrating the growing number of women shaping the future of our industry.

144. Jade Gilling

1 hr 8 min

On this episode of DogTorque, we’re joined by Jade Gilling from New Zealand. Jade talks about her journey with working dogs, how she first got started, and the experiences that have shaped her as a handler. It’s a great insight into the Kiwi trialing scene and the passion that drives her.

143. Mitch Perez (Part 1)

38 min

On this episode of DogTorque, we sit down with Mitch Perez of MDP Working Dogs. Mitch shares how he first got into dogs, what drew him to the lifestyle, and the reasons behind his passion for training and trialing. Our chat was cut short due to technical issues, but Part 2 will be out in the coming weeks with more insight into his journey and approach.

142. Chris Coman

1 hr 9 min

On this episode of DogTorque, we sit down with Chris Coman, president of the Queensland Yard & Utility Trial Association. From the highs and challenges of running the Association to his own journey with working dogs, Chris shares what drives him, the lessons he’s learned, and where he sees the sport heading.

141. Ceri Lewis

1 hr 11 min

We catch up with Ceri Lewis from Kiwi Stock Dogs for a chat that spans three countries and a lifetime with dogs. From his early days in Wales to life in New Zealand and now Australia, Ceri shares how he starts his dogs, what he values in them, and how he approaches working stock.

140. Sean O'Hare

1 hr 29 min

Dan catches up with mate Sean O'Hare to discuss his life in Aus and overseas, dogs and everything inbetween.

139. Angus Armstrong

44 min

Join us as we chat with young Angus Armstrong about his working dogs. Gus discusses what he likes in a dog, where and what he'd like to do within the industry as well as some big ambitions for the future.

136. Ann Moy

44 min

Join us as we catch up with Ann Moy to hear all about her life, how she got into working dogs and so much abut genetics.

135. Dave Crawford

1 hr 22 min

This episode we are joined by Dave Crawford from Crawford Collies where we discuss what his dogs are like, what the country he works on is like and some wonderful stories.

133. Scott Smith

1 hr 4 min

This week we sat down with Scott Smith to learn how he got into working dogs, his day to day life and so much more.

132. Marlene Brewer

1 hr 8 min

This episode we are joined by Marlene Brewer and discuss how she got onto the land, her story and journey with dogs as well as how she ended up on Season 3 of Muster Dogs

131. Kirra Woodhead

1 hr 6 min

Join Daniel as he chats with Kirra Woodhead from Central West Canine Breeding

130. Jake Nowlan

1 hr 11 min

This episode see Jake Nowlan from Jake Nowlan Working Dogs sit down with Laura & Dan.

129. Ross McIntosh

1 hr 13 min

This week we sit down with Ross McIntosh from McIntosh Ag in Victoria.

127. Shane Maurer

1 hr 20 min

Our final episode for 2024 we joined Shane Maurer from Getitdun Working Dogs to see his ideas, thought and ambitions.

126. Will Cox

1 hr 11 min

This episode see Will Cox from Cox's wrking Dogs sit down for a chat about dogs. Will runs both Kelpies and Collies and discusses what he likes about them, how he likes a dog to work and s much more.

125. Emma Bradley (Lawrence)

1 hr 4 min

Join us this fortnight as we chat with Emma Bradley (Lawrence) from Glen Idol Working Dogs.

124. Matt Adams

1 hr 14 min

Joined by Matt Adams from Frontier Kelpies and Cow Dogs - this is one not to miss!

123. Jeremy Lim

1 hr 1 min

This episode we are joined by Jeremy Lim from Holbrook Vet Centre and Homebrook Working Dogs. Jeremy gives us an insight into how and why he became a vet, his journey with working dogs and so much more.

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