Herding Dogs A little over a decade ago, the AKC separated herding dogs from the working group. Breeds separated into this group were primarily bred to herd livestock, although protecting their master, his family and livestock has always been a part of their work. In ancient times, these dogs were brave animals that wore spiked collars to protect their throats from the attacks of wild animals. Today’s herding breeds are intelligent performance animals with the endurance to do their job regardless of environmental conditions. Depending on their geographical place of origin and specific purpose, each breed in this group was developed for its own unique qualities. Breeds that lived in cold climates, such as the Komondor, had to protect livestock from the attacks of wolves. These northern herding dogs had thick coats and were large and strong. They are instinctively more alert at sunset -- the time when predators begin to hunt. Other breeds, such as Collies, were developed to work large herds of livestock. They were selectively bred for their ability to manage unruly herds and for their quick response to obedience commands. Other herding dogs, such as the Bouvier des Flandres, were developed to drive cattle and sheep over long distances. Most dogs in this group are large, intelligent and courageous. Many do exceptionally well in obedience competitions. Some, such as the German Shepherd, have gone on to excel in search and rescue, police work, aid to the handicapped and military work. Other familiar breeds in this group include the Shetland Sheepdog, Old English Sheepdog and Welsh Corgi. Since many herding breeds are subject to hip dysplasia, they should only be purchased from responsible breeders that x-ray their breeding stock. Types of Herding Dogs Australian Cattle Dog Australian Shepherd Bearded Collie Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Border Collie Bouvier Des Flandres Briard Collie - rough Collie - smooth German Shepherd Old English Sheepdog Puli Shetland Sheepdog Welsh Corgi Cardigan Welsh Corgi Pembroke Sommario Headline

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