Pros And Cons Of How To Train A Herd Dog

Training a dog can be an exciting, yet challenging chore. But when you have a herd dog, it can be a little more challenging than you think. Even if you think you have all the tools and patience to train a herding dog, it can be a difficult thing to have to deal with. With whatever herding dog you get, it is bound to have that herding dog gene, but every dog is different and can be more stubborn than the other. So, if you are wondering how to train a herding dog, here are some basic tips to know and learn, so you can have a successful time in doing so.

Watching a herding dog at work is one of the most amazing things to watch, in the animal world. To get him or her there can be a time consuming thing, so when you get that special friend and co-worker, your going to want to get him used to the scenery. Give him a few days to get used to everything around, including the sheep or animals, he will be working with. If it's a young pup, your going to want to keep a very close, watchful eye on him, or it could easily be stomped or injured right away. Even if it's a full grown dog that you got, you still want to give a a few days for the animals to get used to. Having the dog around ten to twelve months is ideal, for starting to train. However, you can start giving him pointers, when he is just a pup. …show more content…
Training your dog around livestock that has been around dogs before are ideal to start with, basically because the animals already know the drill. It is best if the animals are a bit younger, or the more calm among the herd also. Older animals that have not really been around dogs before can be quite challenging to a dog that is just