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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]
This beautiful breed originated in the Pyrenees Mountains as livestock guard dogs. They tend to be good with families and require moderate exercise. Height: 25 to 32 inches
The dog is named after the Karakachans, Greek nomadic shepherds. Due to their conservative stock-breeding traditions, they have preserved some of the oldest breeds of domestic animals in Europe: the Karakachan sheep, Karakachan horse and the Karakachan dog. This dog was used as a livestock guardian prized for its intelligence and fearless nature.
The Kangal Shepherd Dog (Turkish: Kangal Çoban Köpeği) is a traditional Turkish breed of large livestock guardian dog. [2] The breed name derives from that of the town and district of Kangal in Sivas Province , the easternmost province of the Central Anatolia Region in central Turkey.
Below you'll find large breeds and small breeds that make excellent livestock dogs/farm dogs. Some, like the German shepherd, can also guard your home and family, while others, including the Jack ...
A barking dog can often scare off thieves more often than a pricey alarm, but which breeds do the job? It may surprise you that even a smaller (but alert) dog can do the trick.
The Maremmano-Abruzzese Sheepdog (Italian: Cane da pastore maremmano-abruzzese), also known as the Maremmano, Maremma Sheepdog, or Abruzzese Sheepdog (Italian: pastore abruzzese), among other names, is an Italian breed of livestock guardian dog.
Puppies love to play, and sometimes they can annoy their older siblings. Raventree Ranch is home to many dogs, including Livestock Guardian dogs who look after their goats and livestock.