Seventy Five Twenty Five: Keeping Your Dog on Track Herding breeds are unlike any other dog breed, for specific reasons. They’re bred: to be sensitive to work extremely close with the handler to be smart and use independent thinking …
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No Sheep, No Ducks, No Problem – There’s a New Game in Town: Treibball It’s a given that herding dogs are wonderful companions, and it’s no secret that they’re hard-wired to herd. Many herding dog owners don’t own or have…
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NOTE: The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author, and do not necessarily represent those of The Guild of Shepherds & Collies. We do not take an official stance on tethering one way or the other. Feel…
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VetStreet.com once published two articles that included the top five most energetic dogs and the top five most intelligent dogs, as voted by 122 veterinary experts. You may, or may not, be surprised to know that three herding breeds made the…
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Herding breed dogs are a very distinct type of canine. Built to work alongside humans and sustain a full workday, these dogs need optimal nutrition. All dogs need the six basic nutrients: water, proteins, fats, carbohydrates, minerals, and vitamins. However,…
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Choosing Your First Herding Breed Dog Whether you have a farm or are looking for a furry companion, you’ve decided your family needs a herding breed dog. Now, you might be asking yourself, “Where do I start?” This question can…
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RECALLS – Coming When Called The majority of “complaints” I get from dog owners is regarding “come when called”, also known as recall. The dog won’t come period, or the dog only comes when he wants to or feels…
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Mush On with GSDs When you think of sled (or mush) dogs, do you picture a team of happy Huskies running like the wind on a clear snowy day? Of course you do! After all, sledding is why the Alaskan…
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Coat Care for Long-Haired Herding Breed Dogs Phoebe lives on a working Wisconsin farm with her family, Jesse and Leesa Schlimgen, and their boys, Levi and Lucas. Phoebe is a tri-colored Rough Collie who works alongside her owners to…
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Random holiday thoughts from the dog: Ever wonder what your dog is thinking? Of course you do! We all do! During the holiday season, there are so many changes taking place inside our homes and our poor pups look at…
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