THE RARE BREED DOG ASSOCIATION IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

HERDING GROUP

 

 

The following dogs were breed to herd livestock

 

 

Herding dogs have to be both intelligent and agile to perform the duties bestowed upon them,  Many of the herding breeds derived from ancient Nordic and Spitz breeds.

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These dogs have to be in great physical shape to do their jobs.  The job requires a great deal of stamina.  The herding breed dogs are known for their obedience as they take the signals given by the herdsmen and act them out with precise skill.  Many farms enlist a single dog to herd over a 1,000 animals at a time.  The dog must be very well trained and adept to manage such a task.