Australian kelpies, thought to be a collie breed, have been developed to work in the heat and dryness of Australian weather.

Ian Caldicott assembles a demonstration team of working sheepdogs at Wolston Farm in Scio, Ore. Caldicott said training excellent herders like, left to right, Hawk, Kick and Bracken begins with an ...

Livestock Herding Dogs vs. Livestock Guardian Dogs originally appeared on PetHelpful. There is a clear distinction between livestock herding dogs and those that are bred to guard livestock. As the ...

Though popular herding dogs like border collies and Australian cattle dogs have a natural instinct to work livestock, Meier said training is still important. Without proper direction, dogs could push ...

In this video, we'll explore the hidden world of herding dogs and learn what you didn't know about these fantastic animals.

Characterised by their boundless energy, extreme intelligence and limitless loyalty, herding dogs can make a brilliant family pet. But while you might think of collies and sheepdogs, there are ...

Liz O'Connell is a Newsweek Reporter based in North Carolina. Her focus is on pet news and videos. Liz joined Newsweek in 2023 and had previously worked at PetHelpful.com, the Charlotte Business ...

Liz O'Connell is a Newsweek Reporter based in North Carolina. Her focus is on pet news and videos. Liz joined Newsweek in 2023 and had previously worked at PetHelpful.com, the Charlotte Business ...

The miniature American shepherd is an all-American dog. They’re versatile, intelligent, and energetic. They’re also known as miniature Australian shepherds. However, the AKC officially recognized this ...

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