Some dogs are born with a powerful instinct to chase, stalk, and pursue. These traits once made them exceptional hunters, ...

RAPID CITY, S.D. — Nearly 60 sheep dogs competed at the Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo’s sheep dog trials on Monday, Feb. 3. During this competition, the dogs and handlers showed off their skills by ...

Livestock Herding Dogs vs. Livestock Guardian Dogs originally appeared on PetHelpful. There is a clear distinction between livestock herding dogs and those that are bred to guard livestock. As the ...

The Blue Heeler, also known as the Australian Cattle Dog, Queensland Heeler, or Red Heeler, was developed in Australia during the 19th century. The breed, a member of the herding group, was developed ...

Steven Rosvold, a cattle and sheep producer from Manitoba and presenter at Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week on Saturday, made it ...

The Outback Stock Dog Association (OBSDA) was formed in 2008 by cattle producers and cattle dog handlers interested in learning more about using cattle dogs and improving their use of working cattle ...

Australian Cattle Dogs were bred for work during the 1800s and they needed to be strong and agile. It’s why they have such well-conditioned muscles and a quick pace – great attributes when seeking to ...

Working dogs take a day to adjust to the change in routine caused by Daylight Savings Time, whereas pet dogs and their owners seem to be unaffected, according to a new study. Working dogs take a day ...