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  2. Livestock guardian dog - Wikipedia

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    A livestock guardian dog (LGD) is a dog type bred for the purpose of protecting livestock from predators. Livestock guardian dogs stay with the group of animals they protect as a full-time member of the flock or herd. [1] Their ability to guard their herd is mainly instinctive, as the dog is bonded to the herd from an early age. [2]

  3. Maremmano-Abruzzese Sheepdog - Wikipedia

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    The dogs work in groups; three or four dogs are an adequate defense against wolves and stray dogs. Their function is mostly one of dissuasion, actual physical combat with the predator being relatively rare. [19] Nevertheless, working dogs may be fitted with a roccale (or vreccale), a spiked iron collar which protects the neck in combat. [19]

  4. The dog is doing everything in his power to ignore the sheep, who won't leave the dog's side. The dog acts like he doesn't even notice the sheep, and the entire scene cracked me and more than 7 ...

  5. Pyrenean Mountain Dog - Wikipedia

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    The Pyrenean Mountain Dog or Chien de Montagne des Pyrénées is a French breed of livestock guardian dog; in France it is commonly called the Patou.It originates from the eastern or French side of the Pyrenees Mountains that separate France and Spain and is recognised as a separate breed from the Mastín del Pirineo or Pyrenean Mastiff from the Spanish side of the mountains, to which it is ...

  6. 32 dog breeds that were made for running - AOL

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    They are high-energy dogs, crave adventure, and excel at hunting and tracking sports. Ideally suited to a home with people who love hiking, running, and other outdoor pursuits, dog in tow. 32 ...

  7. Guard dog - Wikipedia

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    Orthrus is a famous example of a livestock guardian dog from the Greek mythology known for guarding Geryon's red cattle. Some ancient guard dogs in more urban areas, such as the extinct bandogges, were chained during the day and released at night [5] to protect properties, camps and villages.

  8. The 13 Best Indoor Dogs for Homebodies - AOL

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    But breed tendencies can help prospective dog owners decide which pup is best. For the most part, indoor dogs require less exercise or need less space to effectively blow off steam (aka, no long ...

  9. Herding dog - Wikipedia

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    A herding dog, also known as a stock dog or working dog, is a type of dog that either has been trained in herding livestock or belongs to one of the breeds that were developed for herding. A dog specifically trained to herd sheep is known as a sheep dog or shepherd dog, and one trained to herd cattle is known as a cattle dog or cow dog.