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seventy five twenty five

Seventy Five Twenty Five

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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treibball

No Sheep, No Ducks, No Problem

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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tethering

The Risks of Tethering

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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8 foods herding breeds should not eat

8 Foods Herding Breeds Should Not Eat

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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RECALLS – Coming When Called

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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keeping it clean

Keeping It Clean

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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