I don’t recommend Border Collies or any herding breed as LGD. I realize there may be exceptions, but I would doubt very many make good guardians. They were bred to move the herd, not protect it.
I do agree there are other breeds that can do the job, but I have to say our Pyrs do it the best! Our Anatolians are too rough and too playful and cannot be trusted with the poultry. I don’t even trust them with the goats, yet. They are 2 ½ and still play like fools!
Laura Roberts
R Half Pint Farm
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Sent: Monday, April 30, 2012 9:45 PM
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Subject: Re: [CHICKENS-101] Guardian of Livestock..help
One thing to remember is to get a young pup and introduce them early. A lgd needs to bond with whatever you get make sure it suits your needs as size and activity for your place. Like great pyrenesse have a tendency to wonder. That's why we don't use them any more. Some breeds bark more. So if you have neighbors they may complain. If you have a smaller flock and a smaller area where they are at you may want to consider a smaller breed dog. Also many breeds can be used for lgd. You don't have to have a gp or border collie or anitolian if they don't suit your need.
Jeannette
CHICKENS-101@yahoogroups.com
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