Australian Cattle Dogs were bred for work during the 1800s and they needed to be strong and agile. It’s why they have such well-conditioned muscles and a quick pace – great attributes when seeking to ...

The Australian cattle dog lays in the grass at Monument Valley Park, a pink heart tag dangling from her collar with the words: “I’m deaf.” She patiently waits for her owner, Eric Melvin, to give her ...

Whether you're looking to teach an old dog new tricks or prepare your speedy pup for an agility course, it can really help to have a breed that's just a little quicker on the uptake. We spoke to Qiai ...

There are some dogs that just seem to understand everything you say. You know, the ones who pick up a new trick in minutes and are always ready for a new challenge? Who sometimes seem to intuit your ...

He darted to the left, and then circled right, as his handler barked directions at Scooch, a 4-year-old Border Collie, who initially struggled to herd three stubborn young calves into a nearby pen.

“Away.” That’s how a handler tells their dog to move to the right of the cattle they’re working. “Come by.” That means go to the left of the cattle. “Walk up.” Go straight toward them. “Get out.” Move ...

Training a dog is all about how well it can absorb, respond to, and retain information. Intelligence helps, but trainability also hinges on focus and the ability to read human behavior. Some breeds ...