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The Border Collie Academy
Unlock the secret to transforming your DingBatt Border Collie into a Dreamboat, so you can confidently walk the best trained dog in the park.
With our proven, breed specific, step by step training method, you'll be able to start immediately and see results that will amaze you!
Join the AcademyProudly Own The BEST Dog In The Park
Does your heart sink at the thought of taking your dog for a walk?
- The pulling on the lead, the unpredictability of lunging and barking at passing cars and then the sheer dread of actually meeting another person.
- You want your dog to enjoy freedom but it isn't safe to let him off lead and he needs to be able to run.
- Walks feel daunting, are draining, embarrassing and raise your stress levels!
But what if you know that your dog has a good nature just waiting to shine? All it takes is a little patience and the right guidance to 'fix the faulty off switch'.
This is precisely why I developed a comprehensive framework for training. It's designed specifically to help you and your dog navigate these challenges effectively. Many others have benefitted from this framework, and now it's your turn.
As I transformed my own DingBatt into a Dreamboat, I made it my mission to help you achieve this much faster - relieving stress for both you and your beloved dog. Remember, if your dog is giving struggling they are feeling the pressure too.
More specifically, I focus on helping Border Collies and their owners. Understanding the breed-specific needs is crucial, as it often uncovers the root causes of behaviours that might otherwise be overlooked.

Anything IS possible

So what if I told you it IS possible to enjoy walks and life with your Border Collie?
Imagine a walk where:
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Your dog gazes at you, patiently waiting for you to shut your door before heading out.
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He walks beautifully on a loose lead all the way to the park, where you can finally let him off lead to run freely.
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You confidently recall him at any moment, even amidst distractions from people, dogs, and children playing football.
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Passersby admire your well-behaved dog, wishing their pet was as well trained.
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And when you get home, he settles down peacefully for the evening allowing you to unwind and enjoy your TV time in peace.
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If someone knocks at the door, he may bark once or twice but will quickly settle back down, remaining calm for your friends or visitors.
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He looks up at you with love, satisfied with his day and you realise he truly is the best companion in the world.
This is what sharing your life with a Dreamboat is all about - the companionship, mutual love and respect you cultivate together.
Discover how to train your Dreamboat Border Collie and proudly own the best dog in the park!
Imagine never having to wonder what to do next or how to effectively address your Border Collie's behaviour.
At The Border Collie Academy, we provide kind and effective, breed specific training in a supportive community, ensuring lasting results.
This is not just any membership - it's completely unique.
You will learn to understand what drives your Border Collie at their core, helping you supercharge your training and achieve the results of your dreams.
The Border Collie Academy is a community of passionate Collie lovers, dedicated to supporting you on your journey. We take the stress out of training while transforming your dog into the perfect companion - your Dreamboat. THE BEST DOG IN THE PARK.
With our programme you will enjoy:
Monthly themed topics and challenges to keep you motivated.
24/7 access to resources, live training sessions and Q&A opportunities to ensure you receive personalised help.
Upon signing up, you will get INSTANT ACCESS to:
- Teach Your Collie To Be Calm And Focussed (value £29) to restore peace to your home
- Impulse Control Module (value £79) so your Collie starts to look to you for guidance rather than doing what he wants
- Loose Lead Legends (value £79) to encourage a calmer mindset in your dog while also protecting your shoulders!
- Recall for DingBatts (value £79) so you can allow your dog freedom while staying safe.
- New Beginnings (value £29) to help break down your goals into achievable steps
- Car Chasing to Calm (value £100) for safe and relaxing road walks
- Challenge Trainings (£17) so you can revisit the basics and build your understanding of the breed.
- Advent Calendar 2020 and 2021 (value £79 each) 24 activities and tricks to do with your dog
- Give Me That! (value £29)to teach your dog to release toys and give you items they may have stolen
- Collie Confidence (value £29) to build optimism in the nervous Collie
- Trick or Treat (value £49) to help your dog cope with loud noises like fireworks.
- also Heelwork, Reactive DingBatts, Perfect Walks, Border Collie Body Language, Understand Your Border Collie and Working with other dogs.
- DingBatts Unleashed (value £120) training based on the Control Unleashed system.
- Sensational Scent work (value £79) teach your Collie to use his brain through the use of his nose.
- Let's Play (value £79) to build relationships.
- Powerful Proofing (value £79) so your training works in the real world.
- Movement Sensitivity (value £49) to help gain the focus and attention to prevent inappropriate herding
- Crate Training (value £29) to help your dog feel comfortable if they need to be restricted to a crate
- Gait and Lameness (value £99) so you can learn how to recognise early signs of abnormal gait
- Voluntary Handling (£100) to help build your dogs confidence for grooming, handling and vet visits
- Sparkles Now I am One! (value £49) to show real life training issues as they arise
- Enrichment for Border Collies to help meet their needs
- Hot Seat Trainings (invaluable) in depth deep dive trainings for specific issues
- Facebook Community (value priceless) to share your wins with like-minded people, ask questions & get specific feedback on any videos you wish to share.
- Private Podcast so you can listen to recorded trainings on the go!
Get immediate access to all the self-paced community when you enroll in The Border Collie Academy
SIGN ME UP!!


Bark Busters
A game for peace and quiet! (value £79)

The Herding Game
Enrichment to fully satisfy herding needs (value £37)

How to film & analyse your training
to get the most from each session (value £29)
ACADEMY MEMBERS also enjoy exclusive perks:
- Discounts on trick titles and additional courses to enhance your training journey
- Can book 121 training sessions for more personalised guidance
- First access to any in person Collie weekend workshops and camps, ensuring you never miss out on unique learning opportunities.
- Weekly Facebook lives where you can receive live training and ask specific questions to help you progress.
- Post videos within the group for specific personalised feedback at any time, ensuring you are always on the right track.
- Monthly Hot Seat deep dives into members training issues- this could be you gaining targeted help!
- Mind Maps to bring clarity to your training approach, making your learning more effective.
- Training plans designed to help you succeed and achieve your goals with your Border Collie.
Why now is the RIGHT TIME to join The Border Collie Academy


"One of our happiest days together."
Yesterday was just a dream day due to my dreamboat. I went to a beach I hadn't been to before, to meet a few friends and their dogs. A few months ago I would have been so stressed about this. But he was incredible, had two perfect whistle recalls and he never once got the look in his eye where you can tell he's bored and is about to bolt. A long way to go but I think this was one of our happiest days together. Wouldn't have been possible without our guru Sarah Hedderly.













"Amazing learning space with so much information and support from Sarah."
We have only been in the Academy for a few months. I was reflecting this week on what an amazing learning space it is with so much information and support from Sarah as well as from other members. It is such a space space with no judgement and with so much respect for both Sarah and other members throughout their wins and challenges. Congratualtions on what you have created Sarah Hedderly. It is a rare find in today's virtual world and you should be so proud.
Hi, I'm Sarah Hedderly
I’m a dedicated dog trainer specialising in helping owners of Border Collies, and their crosses.
As a Certified Control Unleashed Instructor, Real Dog Yoga instructor and Force Free Trick Trainer, I've have been running the Border Collie Academy since 2020. With the privilege of working with tens of thousands of Border Collies and their owners, I have amassed extensive experience with this remarkable breed.
I understand the dream of having a dog you can take anywhere. You want to enjoy walks and foster an incredible bond. I know that not all dogs come easy and my mission is to help everyone build the best relationship possible with their dog.
My dogs have been my biggest teachers. Mini is a sensitive soul who needs her training broken down into the tiniest of steps. Ding is a child genius who needs clear direction and enough stimulation to keep his busy brain satisfied. They have both made me read, learn and find new ways.
From my experiences I developed my innovative framework ‘DingBatt to Dreamboat’. DingBatt arrived as a rescue with very challenging behaviour, followed by baby Beau, a typical movement sensitive Border Collie, and now Sparkles who has been a delightful challenge to raise.
You can follow their progress inside of the Academy where I share a unique methodology to turn your crazy, car chasing Collie into a wonderful, calm companion.
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