In my work with LGDs (Livestock Guardian Dogs), I ran into this question more than any other. It takes many different forms, but essentially what everyone wants to know is what a LGD is, what a LG… Source: The Big … Continue reading
Category Archives: Livestock Guardian Dogs
Dixie, at 17 months old, is nearly ready to start guarding the goats (and chickens) full time without supervision. She is allowed to be loose while I am home to watch her, but still must be tied if I will … Continue reading
There are many breeds that are promoted as Livestock Guardian Dogs; here one keeper tells us why she loves her choice, the Anatolian Shepherd. via LGDs – Why we love our Anatolian Shepherd.
The working style of the livestock guardian dogs you choose can dramatically impact the way your farm and livestock; learn here how to choose the one that fits you best. via Working Styles of Livestock Guardian Dogs.
When bringing a new LGD onto your farm, following these simple steps will help to make the integration of the new dog seamless and painless via LGDs: Introducing a New Dog.
From walking age to five weeks, this blog covers some essential training elements for your livestock guardian puppies, to help them be great dogs via Early Training of Livestock Guardian Dogs.
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Your LGD and storms
With winter – and Christmas and New Year – approaching, read on to learn how to help your LGD deal with stressful situations such as storms and fireworks via Your LGD and storms.
Robyn Poyner explains how the Livestock Guardian Dog heirarchy exists in the dynamic of her working dogs via Livestock Guardian Dog – handing over the torch.