The shepherd breeds evolved from the guard dog. These dogs are used to protect cattle from predators, manage herds and drive them from place to place. They also search for strays and return them to the herd. Herding dogs work with cows, sheep, llamas, camels, deer, chickens and even ostriches.
Features:
- Appreciate orderliness. They are wary of changes in familiar surroundings.
- Sensitive to sounds, movements and odours. They may become overwhelmed in noisy environments.
- Focused on the owner and their family.
- Need constant training and variety in tasks.
- Require a lot of attention from their owner.
- Not suited to a lifestyle that often leaves them alone at home.