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The Herding Dogs



The herding dogs have one thing in common - they have the capacity and intelligence to control the movement of other animals. If properly trained not only will they do this well, but they will love to show off this ability. The history of dogs guarding and herding cattle goes back to ancient times. Today many herding dogs are household pets and never lay eyes on a farm animal. However, the herding or guarding instinct remains. Some will gently try to herd what is available - other pets, children, even a group of adults! Most of these dogs make excellent companions. They show physical prowess combined with intelligence and loyalty. They require lots of exercise.

And last but not least in my books is the Shetland Sheepdog. To be honest it is my favourite. I admit that I am biased, probably because I used to own a very cute, loving and affectionate Sheltie! See a picture of her by following the link to the Shetland Sheepdog, or see her at the bottom of the home page. The link also includes a couple of short video clips.

The AKC lists the following dogs in the herding group:

Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Bearded Collie
Belgian Malinois
Belgian Sheepdog
Belgian Tervuren
Border Collie
Bouvier des Flandres
Briard
Canaan Dog
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Collie
German Shepherd
Old English Sheepdog

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi dog is happy and outgoing. It is affectionate, demonstrative, and has an affinity for most people, but especially children. Although it is happy to lie beside you on the couch, it needs a daily activity of play or work or both.

Polish Lowland Sheepdog
Puli
Shetland Sheepdog.

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