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	Dog Play: Herding with Your Dog
		Tsuki is a competent but not brilliant herding dog.
		Anyway, the common assumption is that one can't do herding unless one lives in the country, or has herding animals.
		If your dog is of herding heritage or seems to exhibit natural herding behavior it is worth exploring further.
	www.dogplay.com /Activities/Herding/herding.html (0 words)

	American Kennel Club - Canaan Dog
		The Canaan Dog is a herding and flock guardian dog native to the Middle East.
		The ideal Canaan Dog lies in the middle of the stated ranges.
		Shadings of fl on a solid brown or tan dog are frequently seen.
	www.akc.org /breeds/canaan_dog (776 words)

	AKC Breeds by Group - Herding Group
		The Herding Group, created in 1983, is the newest AKC classification; its members were formerly members of the Working Group.
		The vast majority of Herding dogs, as household pets, never cross paths with a farm animal.
		Nevertheless, pure instinct prompts many of these dogs to gently herd their owners, especially the children of the family.
	www.akc.org /breeds/herding_group.cfm (146 words)

	Junior Herding Dog
		The size of arena for Junior Herding Dog tests should be between 80 x 100 ft. and 100 x 200 ft. for sheep, goats or cattle, and between 50 x 80 ft. and 100 x 100 ft. for ducks.
		The dog may be brought in on lead, and the handler may gently guide the dog by the collar to a position within no less than 15 ft. of the stock before removing the lead.
		Unruly dogs or dogs which attempt to attack the stock must be taken from the arena immediately.
	www.ahba-herding.org /jhd.htm (772 words)

	The Working Dogs Archive of Feature Articles - HERDING
		German Shepherd Dog devotee and Schutzhund handler Christine Kemper headed north to New Jersey this fall to attend the first HGH trial (herding) held in the United States.
		The 1997 HGH (German herding) trial is covered in depth by Ann Garner, with photos by Tom O'Dowd that capture the thrilling energy of herding dogs performing the work for which they are bred.
		German shepherd herding dog owner and trainer Ann Garner writes that the instinct test can be informative if performed by a knowledgeable stockdog trainer who understands the dynamic relationship between the stock, the dog, and the handler.
	www.workingdogs.com /articles_herd.htm (932 words)

	Herding - Stock Dog - Canada's Guide to Dogs
		The dog is encouraged to move to and among the sheep as the evaluator judges the dog's actions.
		The dog must take the flock from the pen, then dog and handler must wait until the judge feels the sheep have settled sufficiently, the dog is called off the stock, calmly and under complete control of the handler.
		Next, the dog is placed approximately 50 feet from the sheep to perform an "outrun," where the dog leaves the handler and runs in a wide arc toward and behind the flock, to get the sheep moving toward the handler.
	www.canadasguidetodogs.com /clubs/herding.htm (2574 words)

	Herding Page
		This required the dogs to be gentle with other animals as well as to have enough prey drive to be able move livestock from barn to pasture, down the lane, through gates, and be able to gather up livestock in an enclosure and bring them towards the farmer.
		If a dog has the instinct and has had an opportunity to learn and exercise the fundamentals of herding, the dog should be able to move whatever livestock is presented.
		Dogs of whatever breed which displayed the necessarily qualities of stamina, strength and ability to handle livestock were employed as drover's dogs.
	www.softcom.net /users/aprilr/herding.htm (2010 words)

	PWCCA
		Hired keepers, shepherds and herdsmen were also allowed to keep their dogs, but all dogs were required to be mutilated in some way to prevent poaching of the royal game.
		Some of these mutilations were quite severe (usually to the feet) but the herdsmens' dogs were required only to have their tails docked, or cur-tailed, so as not to interfere with working ability.
		The dog is required to stop on your command at some point in the course and then to allow you pen the sheep.
	www.pembrokecorgi.org /pherding.html (1733 words)

	NS German Shepherd Dog Club, Herding
		Herding is a wonderful way for a dog and it's owner to connect and experience the purpose for which it was bred.
		The purpose of competitive herding trial programs is to demonstrate that a dog can perform the functions for which they were originally bred and to further develop their herding skills.
		While a certain breed of dog may be predisposed to a particular type of herding, that certainly doesn't mean than an individual dog cannot successfully work in any (or all) of the herding styles.
	www.nsgsdc.com /herding.shtml (276 words)

	Herding
		Herding dog is also sometimes used to refer to dogs whose primary job is to guard the herd from predators and to be sure that it does not go astray.
		Herding tests and trials are sports and all participants should be guided by the principles of good sportsmanship both in and outside of the test and trial arenas.
		All dogs six (6) months of age or older that are registered with their state affiliated body of The Australian National Kennel Council and are classified as Working Breeds (Group Five) or an associate registered working breed dog are eligible to participate in herding tests and trials.
	www.dogs4sale.com.au /Herding.htm (1613 words)

	Herding
		The Herding Trial Dog program, with levels HTD I, II and III, takes place on a standard course with outrun, lift, fetch, wear and/or drive and pen; trials may be held in arenas, although the course is not designed as an arena course and larger fields are preferred.
		To take part in a herding instinct test, dogs need not have had prior herding training, but should have had training to come reliably when called; basic training to sit, down or stand-stay is highly recommended, as is prior supervised exposure to livestock.
		Dogs which are too "soft" in temperament may be hesitant to leave the owner's vicinity, although they are interested in the stock; sometimes this may give an appearance of "driving," but with proper introduction to stock these dogs usually begin to circle and fetch.
	members.aol.com /ccawwwsite/cca/herding.html (2858 words)

	Herding dog at AllExperts
		A herding dog or pastoral breed is a dog that either has been trained in herding or that is a member of a breed developed for herding.
		Commonly herded animals include cattle, sheep, and reindeer, although it is not unusual for poultry to be handled by dogs.
		In general terms when categorizing dog breeds, herding dogs are considered a subcategory of working dogs, but for conformation shows they usually form a separate group.
	en.allexperts.com /e/h/he/herding_dog.htm (430 words)

	Dog Owner's Guide: Herding dogs
		The Australian Cattle Dog developed from smooth-coated blue merle Collies crossed with Dingos and from subsequent crosses of the pups with Dalmatians and Black and Tan Kelpies, a native herding dog used on sheep.
		Along with his skills as a herding dog, the Canaan Dog is a trustworthy watchdog, military sentry, land mine locator, and messenger and does well in obedience and agility competitions.
		A rather strange addition to the herding dogs is this terrier from Ireland, an all-around working dog that hunts small game and birds, herds sheep and cattle, retrieves shot game, and guards farm and home according to his master’s needs.
	www.canismajor.com /dog/herddogs.html (3851 words)

	Herding Dog Heritage - VeterinaryPartner.com - a VIN company!
		Herding dogs often had a dual role of controlling the movement of the stock and protecting both the stock and the human family.
		The herding dog needs to be able to take initiative—to offer you a behavior and be right, to find it was pleasing to you and have you acknowledge the dog did something for you before you asked.
		Herding dogs with the right dispositions and socialization are serving well as therapy dogs and as assistance dogs to people with disabilities.
	www.veterinarypartner.com /Content.plx?P=A&C=334&A=1959&S=1&EVetID=3001528 (1928 words)

	AKC herding with Border Collies
		The Herding Tested course is designed to demonstate controlled movement of the stock with a couple of changes in direction (read AKC regs) and a call-off (recall the dog from the sheep).
		Other differences are that you send the dog from the handler's post which is located near the end of the center panels, you can not move from the handler's post until the dog has taken the sheep through the Y-chute, and you are restricted to a portion of the field called the intermediate handler's zone.
		Most dogs running on the intermediate course are not always confident driving so that you will have to be careful not to over flank the dog and have them fetch the sheep back to you before they reach the panels or turn them and bring them right back through.
	www.duke.edu /~awho/herding/BCherd.htm (8448 words)

	Herding Dogs
		Early herding dogs were large, powerful animals that, while rough with stock and difficult to control, nevertheless displayed an instinct to gather sheep.
		Eventually a dog possessing superior athletic ability, a light and quick movement, a canny livestock sense and a tractable temperament sensitive to a handler’s will but independent enough to work without constant direction emerged from the crossbreeding.
		With its flock under control, the dog herds with calm precision, lightning quick reflexes, an uncommon intelligence and an innate desire to please.
	www.meekersheepdog.com /herding_dog_tradition.htm (891 words)

	The German Shepherd Herding Dog - Nickelsberg's Farm
		German shepherd herding dogs are selected for their strong prey drive since a strong prey drive is fundamental to maintaining a sustained high energy in the dog while working sheep.
		Any dog with some degree of interest in sheep can be trained to herd, but that dog will never have the concentration or reliability to work sheep as the dog with the highest drive and attraction to sheep.
		However, Manfred does believe that the complete education of the herding dog should include protection work since one of the original tasks of the herding dog was to protect his flock and the shepherd from thieves and robbers.
	www.german-shepherdherding.com /herding.htm (5891 words)

	Herding Dogs - Canada's Guide to Dogs - Working Dogs
		Bernese Mountain Dog Club of the Rockies - Introduction to Herding — A sometimes overlooked working ability in the Bernese Mountain Dog is herding, however many members of the breed have the basic instinct and talent for this activity which can be very rewarding for both dog and handler.
		These herding dogs are responsible for patrolling the boundaries to protect the crops from the sheep as well as to protect the sheep from predators.
		Cattle herding dogs are known to be very intelligent, courageous, trustworthy, and have a strong desire to work.
	www.canadasguidetodogs.com /dogjobs/herding.htm (992 words)

	'Herding With Beardies' by Lois Gaspar
		The dogs were in common use by the French Canadian drovers 30 to 40 years prior to the writing of that article.
		Although Stormy was naturally a barking dog around the yard she did not bark when working stock, and preferred to shoulder check to keep stock in line.
		Watching a young dog who has never seen sheep, move into the pen and begin to gather the sheep and to fetch the sheep reminds us that this is their heritage - what they were bred to do.
	bccc.pair.com /herdlg.htm (819 words)

	Training the German Shepherd Herding Dog
		Needless to say, it is the dog's job to put stray sheep back into the flock without going into the flock himself to frighten the "obedient" sheep.
		Remember, whether the sheep are moving or standing still, if the movement of the dog is perpendicular to the sheep's position, then parallel to the flock's movement, the flock will be where it belongs.
		If the dog is chasing or following behind the sheep, or of it is circling wildly, the dog is not finding the balance that puts pressure in just the right place and the flock will not go where it should.
	www.workingdogs.com /doc0143.htm (404 words)

	Dog Play: Herding with Your Dog
		When he is herding the barn cats can literally stand under his nose and he will ignore them.
		Anyway, the common assumption is that one can't do herding unless one lives in the country, or has herding animals.
		If your dog is of herding heritage or seems to exhibit natural herding behavior it is worth exploring further.
	dogplay.com /Activities/Herding/herding.html (1348 words)

	Herding Dog Tshirt & Sweatshirt
		The Herding Group, created in 1983, is the newest AKC classification; its members were formerly members of the Working Group.
		A remarkable example is the low-set Corgi, perhaps one foot tall at the shoulders, that can drive a herd of cows many times its size to pasture by leaping and nipping at their heels.
		Nevertheless, pure instinct prompts many of these dogs to gently herd their owners, especially the children of the family.
	www.k9calendars.com /herding3.htm (116 words)

	Herding : Dog-Play's Fun Dog Stuff : CafePress.com
		Herding is a unique 3 way relationship: you, the dog and the stock.
		Herding with your dog can be an awesome experience, but it helps to have a sense of humor if you are going to work with dogs.
		Herding is a square dance, and you're the caller.
	www.cafepress.com /dogplay/325716 (263 words)

	Herding Dog
		Join us as we share information and a love for herding dogs — collies, shepherds, sheepdogs, heelers...you name the breed, they're here.
		Breeder and trainer of NALC Champion Louisiana Catahoula Leopard dogs, the versatile breed.
		We specialize in breeding quality Shetland Sheepdogs that excel in herding ability, agility, obedience, intelligence and superb temperaments.
	r.webring.com /hub?ring=herding (242 words)

	The Herding Page
		The Herding Trial Dog program, with levels HTD I, II and III, takes place on a standard course with outrun, lift, fetch, wear and/or drive and pen; trials may be held in arenas, although the course is not designed as an arena course and larger fields are preferred.
		Test levels include the Herding Capability Test and the Junior Herding Dog Test, both of which are run on a pass/fail basis and require two passing runs under different judges.
		The "C" course is meant to reflect herding as done in Europe with large flocks in unfenced areas.
	www.dogpatch.org /dogs/herding.cfm (0 words)

	Herding dog breeds - Stockdog breeds
		Herding dog breeds developed in response to local situations and needs.
		Altdeutscher Schaeferhund -- The Altdeutscher is the principal herding dog in Germany and retains the full variety of coat, color, and type.
		There are several breeds which, while not primarily bred as herding dogs, included herding among their tasks on the farm.
	www.herdingontheweb.com /dogs.htm (0 words)

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