Sheep Dogs
Sheep dogs, or shepherd dogs, are dogs that were specifically bred to help guard and herd sheep. Some of these breeds were better at herding the sheep while others were used for guarding.
Sheep Dog
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A sheepdog taking a break in some wool, Victoria, Australia ...
Icelandic Sheep Dog
Breed Category: Working/Spitz
Country of Origin: Iceland
Most suited as: Family Pet/Herding dog in colder Climates
Average Size: lower end of medium 42-48 cm (at the withers)
Average Weight: 12-15 kg ...
English Sheep Dog: Sort of uncommon, this English sheepdog requires a lot of grooming. However, these unique dogs are affectionate and apt for apartment life on account of low energy.
Sheepish Sheep dog
Eddy Aldridge and Australian Kelpie Deerwoods Sheila, pull off winning first place Saturday & Sunday Nov 8th & 9th,, 2008
Winning High In Trial both ...
Old English Sheep Dog
BACKGROUND
The Old English Sheep Dog was bred to herd and to guard sheep.
The bearded sheep dogs were living in Scotland for several centuries. They were very much valued by shepherds for their durability and excellent ability to graze the livestock (sheep and cows).
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In 1860, Scotch Sheep Dogs were shown at the second dog show ever held in England. On a trip to Balmoral a short time later, Queen Victoria saw one of the dogs and became an enthusiast of the breed.
Like the name implies it's a sheep dog, but it was also used as a guard dog and general working dog. When herding, the Icelandic sheepdogs were not mainly used to take the sheep from one point to another.
One of the theories is that the Sarplaninac dog originated form the ancient MOLOSSER sheep dogs of ancient Epirus. These are ancient Tribes that lived in the Balkan Peninsula.
Circassian Sheep dog
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Country Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Russia
Breed Group: Not Akc Recognized
Weight: 100-150 lbs
Height: Males: 25.5; Females: 24 inches
Color(s): Piebald, brindle, white, cream, fawn, gray, red ...
Wiston Cap is the dog that the International Sheep Dog Society (ISDS) badge portrays in the characteristic Border Collie herding pose.
The Puli (Pulik plural) is an ancient breed of Hungarian sheep dog, medium-sized, sturdy with a unique, corded coat. A full adult coat can reach to the ground. Some colors are not permitted in some countries but, in the U.K.
I have two purebred Shetland Sheep Dogs, a male named Rascal and a female rescue Sheltie named Chloe. They are smart, energetic and mild tempered, good with children too.
The breed is named for the duchy of Pomerania, northern Germany, where, in the early 19th century, it is said to have been bred down in size from a 30-pound (13.5 kilogram) sheep dog. They were bred down from imports in Britain over 100 years ago.
In 1860, classes for "Scotch Sheep Dogs" were offered at the Birmingham Dog Society the second dog show ever held in England. On a trip to Balmoral a short time later, Queen Victioria saw her first Collie and became an active enthusiast of the breed.
These sheep dogs are good with children when they are raised with children but do better with older and more considerate children. The breed needs lots of companionship and attention.
The International Sheep Dog Society encourages breeding for herding ability, whereas the Kennel Club (UK) encourages breeding for a specific appearance.
It has been suggested that around 1514 some Polish Sheep Dogs were brought to Scotland where they were eventually bred with the Highland Collie, and this was the foundation of what we know today as the Bearded Collie.
The Australian Kelpie is an Australian sheep dog that has proven very successful at herding and droving with little or no command guidance in Australia and in the mountainous areas of New Zealand.
Great Pyrenees are a sheep dog that are well known for their abilities to keep sheep well guarded, protected and for their herding skills.
The Schapendoes is a medium sized, shaggy breed, also known as the Dutch Sheep Dog. This shaggy herding dog originated in Holland and has existed for centuries.
The Puli is an ancient sheep dog of Hungary, introduced by the migration of the Magyars from Central Asia in the middle ages. Nomadic shepherds of the Hungarian plains valued their herding dogs, paying as much as a year's salary for a Puli.
Country of Origin: Scotland - This breed is one of the most recognized shaggy sheep dogs.
They can even slay or ward off wolves despite their size which is smaller than other sheep dogs. They will do anything to protect their owners. They are affectionate but they do not develop a strong attachment to their owners.
Akbash Dog: A breed of sheep dog native to Turkey possessing characteristics of both mastiffs and gazehounds.
Akita: Also known as the Akita Inu, a large breed dog of Japanese origin ...
Overview: The Puli, also known as the Pulik crossed the plains into Hungary with the Magyards a few thousand years ago when they were commonly used as sheep dogs.
There are exemptions for dogs which have been successful in certain Trials affiliated to the International Sheep Dog Society (ISDS). Full details of these exemptions are on the Tests in 2010 page
How can I apply to enter my dog in a Herding test?
It is said that in 1875 Baxque sheep herders began to migrate to the United States bringing their sheep dogs with them. At that time the breed developed into the Australian Shepherd.
Records show that classes for "Scotch Sheep Dogs" were held at the Birmingham Dog Society in 1860, and it is believed that Queen Victoria was enamored of the breed after she first saw a border collie while on a trip to Balmoral.
A king, well-mannered children companion! (other names: Cão da Serra da Estrela, Portuguese Sheep Dog)
origin:
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They were not brought to America until the 1900s. They are a hardy dog due to their use as outdoor dogs that had to brave all elements while taking care of the flocks. They are mainly used as sheep dogs and guard dogs today.
Bred for many years exclusively to develop its herding instinct, the border collie is unsurpassed as a sheep dog and has been used with equal success for herding cattle, swine, and poultry.
Trained to respond both to hand signal and whistle, this rugged sheep dog is equally adept in pens or on the open plain and has proven indispensable to the Australian herder.
It has been exported to Australia and the United States, and finds favour among those looking for an independent and intelligent sheep dog.
Available in colors like sable and white, tri-color, blue merle and white, this breed is basically a herding dog. Though its name refers to its Scottish origin, it is more popular in Britain and other parts of the world, popularly known as Sheep Dog ...
With the transition to an urban culture, a few sheep farms that remain have become smaller and more mechanized, putting most sheep dogs out of work.
 See also: Collie, Hip Dysplasia, Border Collie, Smooth, German Shepherd
  
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