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["Lynda" <lurine AT softcom.net>]

I would really investigate the history on this dog.  We raised Cattle Dogs
and they are not like the Aussies and Border Collies.  They are more like
Kelpies.  They are tough little dogs and they can be very rough on sheep.
They'll heel anything including people.  They need lots of training and firm
rules.  And, they are thinking dogs.  I've seen them lay on a porch or in a
yard and watch and watch until they have something figured out and then they
are off like a shot!

If you can handle their personality they are great dogs but be prepared for
a dog that isn't going to do things without questioning why.

Lynda
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "KNat" <knat AT sprintmail.com>
To: "Homestead List" <homestead AT lists.ibiblio.org>
Sent: Monday, August 01, 2005 4:51 AM
Subject: [Homestead] Herding Dog


> I've been offered an Australian Cow Dog. She's 2-3 years old and the
> chemistry seems good. Anyone have experience to share with adopting a
> herding dog? The relatiohship between a person and herd dog seems so
> tight, I'd like suggestions on developing it. I also ned to fence some
> more and am looking for what would be practical (I run sheep.)
>
> Thanks,
>
> Kathyann
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