The Herding Group

The German Shepherd

The German Shepherd has been one of the top ten
companion dogs in the united states. There is no wounder behind why they are one of the top ten dogs. They are one of the most intelligent,loyal,
faithfull, and devoted human companion.

Temperment. They are a loyal highly intelligent breed. They are active , bold and determind.
They are easily trained and make ideal household
commpanions.The German Shepherd needs to be with it's people.

Grooming. Not alot of attention is needed on there coat , but you should brush them to remove dead
and loose hair.

Excerise. They are very active dogs , so they require daily excerise. They are demanding in the excerise deparment. Non excerised and bored German shepherd can become destructive.

The border collie are a very intelligent breed
and they have a instinctive desire to work closely
and intensely with there human handler. They are very well behaved and can be a very excitible breed.
They are a very energetic breed and are better of in
households that will provide them with plenty of excercise and a job to do. These dogs thrive on praise , this breed lives to serve you day in and day out. You need to be the pack leader with this dog, or he may try and take over. They need lots of socialzation, and excercise if they dont get these
they can become destructive so this breed is not the right choice for everyone.

The Collie is well known by the film lassie.
Collies are highly trainable and they are gentle,loyal and well suited as pets. Their gentleness and devotion also make them compatible with children. Collies are playful yet gentle . Collies thrive on human contact , when left alone for long periods of time this dog can become bored
and deppresed when people are not around. The also
are known for following you around the house , this is known as furry shadow syndrom. The collies
coat can be either rough or smooth The rough being more common.

The Old English Sheepdog is a bright , funny ,
social breed. Like all hearding dogs they do require
alot of excercise both mentally and physicaly. They are a Bubbly and playful breed but can be stubborn.
These dogs are always willing to play with you.
These dogs are like a lovable teddy bear. The old english sheepdog likes to stick close to home, and
make great couch potatoes. They can be strong willed
so they need firm training. They love children and
makes a fine family companion.

The bearded collie will charm you with it's bouncy
happy go lucky ways. They are playful and happy
and always have there tail wagging. Males tend to be more bold and outgoing while females are more calmer and more submissive. They are a humorous and
high energy dog that must not be left alone for long hours with out anything to do they love and need the companionship of people.These dogs are known as the clowns of the dog world.
They are a effectionate dog with children and adults.

The Briard is known as the heart of gold wrapped in fur. Once the bond with there family they will become very protective. They have proven to be a good breed around children of all ages. If you have ever watched The show Married with Children. Well
buck from that show was a briard. This dog can be stuborn AND HEAD STRONG. This breed needs firm and consistent handling as well as loveing attention and
entertainment.They are extreamly effectionate and they live for there owners company and companionship.

Non-existent in European registries, where most of these breeds are classified as working dogs, this group was created in 1983 by the AKC to honor what is one of the oldest of dog professions: herding livestock.

The sheepdogs and cattle dogs of the world are here, including the much-loved collie breeds and those royal favorites, the corgis. Unlike the livestock guardians that simply stand sentry, herding dogs actively round up cattle and sheep with frantic running, eye contact and aggressive barking.

Some of the more intelligent dog breeds belong to this group, including the popular German shepherd dog, perhaps most famous for its police work, and what is arguably the most intelligent of all breeds, the Border collies.

Although most of these are now simple companion dogs that have never even seen a sheep, the instinct to herd in some of them can be strong. Where no livestock exists, children and adults alike may be rounded up into corners or even tight circles by these serious, tireless workers. They require owners who are skilled at training and willing to give them "work" that rewards their instincts.