FWIW, I was talking recently with a fellow (farmer) whose "breed" is Australian Cattle Dogs -- which are thought of as "heelers". He described how he chooses...
that's facinating. I wonder how he moves the stock in the first step. Is he driving? If so, is he selecting against the super smart pups who have already...
In a message dated 4/2/07 9:54:59 AM Eastern Daylight Time, ... The pups that have a natural tendency to prefer one or the other approach will usually make it...
In a message dated 4/2/07 9:54:59 AM Eastern Daylight Time, brooksbendfarm@... writes: that's facinating. I wonder how he moves the stock in the first...
The pups that have a natural tendency to prefer one or the other approach will usually make it apparent early on. I haven't yet seen any ES pups so tentative...
When I was requested to breed Glory to Stumpy, an older, one legged dog, I was concerned about being able to place them all. This weekend, except for the pup...
Hmmm...if only it were as simple as this- Since day one of getting Clem, she has held back behind me, even letting me out the door first. Now Skip, OTOH, LOL,...
I think you mean a 3-legged dog ;-)... one leg really WOULD present quite a logistical problem! Glad to hear the pups found good homes, Mary Peaslee ...
I am grateful to Sheryl and Elaine, too, for being persuasive enough to convince poor Deborah to breed her girl to that old 3-legged dog, lol. And I am ...
Glory is one of Sheryl Cheney's' Lilly pups and Stumpy is a dog Elaine Reynolds found living in Foley, Al and thought might be a good cross for Glory, I had...
Deborah did a wonderful job with these pups and I know she was scared of having a houseful of pups with no homes. She turned down a home or two because the...
Yes, Deborah did do a great job raising those pups! They were all good minded, confident pups, not to mention the fact that they were absolutely gorgeous! I...
... Just a little comment here. It really isn't so much who goes out the door first, but whether *you* make the decision. Mine wait until I say it's okay ...
Rainy is warming up slowly but I need some helpful advice. She is on the shy side. I have been walking her in the pasture and talking to her, encouraging...
Hmmm. The fear of cows is puzzling me. She was with cows for 4 weeks prior to going to you. These are not new to her. She is a very serious girl but she...
How old is she? Bill Corley Twin Springs Farm <http://www.mofoxtrot.com/twinspringsfarm/> "Most of us are about as happy as we make our minds up to be." -...
Hi Jeff. I'm fairly new here, so I'm still not familiar with everyone and their dogs. I raised & trained quite a few ES in the 70s & 80s, so if you could...
You guys are great. Rainy was born Christmas day so she is a little over 3 months. (I know she is still a baby) And you are right Erin, she is very smart....
Hi Jeff, I'm certainly no expert but I'm wondering if your expectations are perhaps a bit high for a puppy. Maybe if she was still at her old home she would...
I am late catching up but wanted to talk a bit more about Rainy. I just figured out that Rainy is a niece of my Miller (who died last year). Miller and...
Thanks Sheryl, the more insight I have into these dogs the more I will know what to expect. I think I may have spoken to soon as far as Rainy not playing....
I wanted to comment here too. I am late doing so and looks like Rainy is going as I have had an experiance with. My first Aussie that I got acted like this...
You've already gotten some good advice, Jeff, but I thought I'd throw out another thought or two. Confidence around livestock comes from a pup's knowledge of...
In a message dated 4/9/07 12:49:06 AM Eastern Daylight Time, ... And much like my Mattie, a Molly/Doc so half sib to Rainey. I also got Mattie as a 3 mo pup,...
Hi Jeff, Try to patient and stay upbeat. Rainy is sorting things out, and she'll become bolder when she's ready -- and that may not be for months. You can't ...
talk about differences- the Rusty Rosie litter (Rainy is probably the most laid back in the litter) and the Blondie/Copper litters are two ends of the...
mattie is a half first cousin, both are granddaughters of Angel, Sister to Sheryl's Miller... I agree rules and structure and attention and affection are what ...
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