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Dog Breeds: Understanding The Herding Group

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A breed is defined as a group of certain species that have common ancestors and have certain distinguishable traits and characteristics. Before you get a new puppy, you have to consider a breed that will fit your lifestyle and environment. It is best to get the breed of puppy that will suit your personality and living condition. For example, you wouldn't get a Great Dane if you live in a small one bedroom apartment. Similarly, you wouldn't get a Weimaraner if you don't have the time to give him the proper amount of exercise or activity that he requires.

There are seven standard group of dog breeds that are assigned by the American Kennel Club (AKC). They are: The hound group, the herding group, the sporting group, the working group, the toy group, the terrier group, and the non-sporting group. Below is information regarding specifically the Herding group.

The Herding Group

These intelligent, hard-working dogs were originally bred to herd cattle, sheep, and other domestic animals under the supervision of a shepherd. There are two types of dogs that fall under this category - cattle and/or sheep driving dogs and sheep herders.

Cattle and/or Sheep Driving Dogs

The cattle and/or sheep driving dogs moved sheep and cattle over long distances and usually without any human direction. These dogs have a solid and stocky build. They can be unpredictable, aggressive, and reserved with strangers. These traits, however, can be prevented through proper training and early socialization.

Examples of cattle/sheep driving dogs are: Briard, Canaan Dog, Australian Cattle Dog, Bouvier des Flanders, Pembroke Welsh Corgi, and Cardigan Welsh Corgi.

Sheep Herders

The other type of dogs in the herding group are the sheep herders. These dogs were bred to move the flock. They are alert, agile, and very athletic. They are affectionate to their family but suspicious of strangers. When properly trained, these dogs usually get along with children. They need plenty of exercise and a job to do. Set some time to socialize and train this breed on herding or other constructive exercise.

Examples of sheep herders are: German Shepherd Dog, Puli, Shetland Sheepdog, Old English Sheepdog, Collie, Border Collie, Bearded Collie, Australian Shepherd, Belgian Sheepdog, Belgian Malinois, and Belgian Tervuren.


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