LGD training

Livestock Guardian Dogs are the backbone of many livestock operations, but successful guardianship requires more than instinct alone. Our LGD programs focus on proper bonding, livestock manners, boundary respect, and age-appropriate development in a working farm environment.

LGD Programs are designed exclusively for LGD breeds and crosses working with livestock.

How to Choose the Right LGD Program

Boarding Only → Care only, no behavior change
Basic LGD Board & Train → Young dogs, new placements, foundations
Intermediate LGD Training → Adolescents, boundary issues, chasing
Advanced / Problem LGD Training → Aggression, roaming, failed placements

Important Notes

LGD training is not obedience training
Outcomes depend on genetics, maturity, and prior experience
Not all dogs are suitable for every livestock environment
Owner management after pickup is critical to long-term success

🐾 Livestock Guardian Dog Program

🏡 Boarding Only (No Formal Training)

Best for: Short-term care in a livestock setting

Includes:

Daily feeding & watering
Secure shelter
Visual livestock exposure (no bonding work)
Health monitoring

💰 $50/day

Not intended for behavior correction or livestock bonding.

🐑 Basic LGD Board & Train (Bonding & Foundations)

Minimum stay: 30 days

Best for: Young dogs, new placements, foundation work

Focus areas:

Controlled livestock bonding
Calm behavior around stock
Fence & boundary respect
Reduced roaming behaviors

💰 $1,750 per 30 days

🛡 Intermediate LGD Training (Working Guardian Development)

Minimum stay: 60 days

Best for: Adolescents or problem-placement dogs

Focus areas:

Advanced livestock bonding
Correcting chasing / rough play
Night pasture exposure
Predator awareness shaping

💰 $3,500 total

🐺 Advanced / Problem LGD Training (Case-by-Case)

Best for:

Livestock aggression
Fence-breaking / roaming
Human-bonded dogs needing reset

Includes:

Custom training plan
Intensive management
Owner transition support

💰 Starting at $4,500+

Price determined after evaluation

(Price determined after evaluation)

📌 OPTIONAL ADD-ONS

Extra feed or supplements (if provided by trainer): at cost
Vet transport or emergency handling: $75/hr + expenses
Extended follow-up coaching after pickup: $75/session

📄 LIVESTOCK GUARDIAN DOG

BOARDING & TRAINING AGREEMENT

Trainer / Facility: Allison Lutterman

Client Name: _______________________________

Dog Name & Breed: __________________________

Training Start Date: ________________________

Training End Date (estimated): _______________

1. PURPOSE OF TRAINING

The purpose of this program is to develop or improve livestock guardian behavior, including livestock bonding, calm stock interaction, boundary respect, and appropriate guardian instincts. Livestock guardian dogs are not obedience dogs, and outcomes depend on genetics, maturity, and previous experiences.

2. NO GUARANTEES

Client understands that:

LGD behavior develops over months to years, not weeks
No guarantees are made regarding predator deterrence or future behavior
Training improves likelihood of success but does not override genetics

3. RISKS & LIABILITY

Client acknowledges that:

Livestock work carries inherent risk to dogs and animals
Trainer is not liable for injury, illness, escape, or death unless caused by gross negligence
Client assumes all risk related to livestock exposure

4. VETERINARY CARE

Client confirms dog is healthy, vaccinated, and parasite-free
Emergency care may be provided if needed
Client is financially responsible for all veterinary costs

5. PAYMENT TERMS

Payment due before or at drop-off
No refunds for early removal
Extended stays billed at daily rate

6. OWNER RESPONSIBILITY AFTER TRAINING

Client understands:

Improper transition can undo training
Trainer provides guidance but cannot control future management
Follow-up coaching is strongly recommended

7. TERMINATION

Trainer reserves the right to terminate training if:

Dog poses extreme danger to livestock or people
Dog is unmanageable beyond reasonable training scope
Owner misrepresents dog’s history or health

8. AGREEMENT

I have read and understand this agreement.

Client Signature: ________________________ Date: ________

Trainer Signature: _______________________ Date: ________