Herding Dog

Husbandry guide by Stablemaster Aldwyn Bridger

Classification: Working Animal
Size: Medium
Lifespan: 12-15 years

Description

Essential partners to shepherds, herding dogs manage flocks with intelligence that seems almost supernatural. A single well-trained dog can control hundreds of sheep, anticipating their movements and responding to subtle commands.

Temperament

Intensely focused and eager to work. Form unbreakable bonds with handlers. Need mental stimulation - bored herding dogs become destructive.

Care Requirements

Require extensive daily exercise and work. Thrive on training and tasks. Need quality food to maintain energy. Regular grooming depending on coat type.

Breeds

Moorland Collie - classic black and white, exceptional intelligence. Dawnshire Shepherd - larger, also guards against predators. Mountain Cur - independent, works with minimal direction.