Seven Dogs Ideal For Farms
If you live or work on a farm, chances are that you have worked alongside a dog at some point. Dogs can be helpful on farms in a range of jobs, such as exterminating vermin, protecting the farm, herding livestock or just keeping a farmer company throughout his day.
Read on for seven dogs ideal for farm life.
What Makes A Good Farm Dog
Some breeds of dogs are much more suitable for life on a farm than others. The jobs they do are normally quite active and demanding, with plenty of exercises to channel mental and physical energy into. They are usually quite fast, ideal for herding animals or catching vermin easily without straining themselves too much. This also means they need to be tough to keep any predators away. They also have to be smart, as these tasks require a dog to be cunning and strategic. With this in mind, here are some ideal dogs for farm life.
Border Collie
Border Collies are well known for their minds, able to herd sheep with ease. They’re also known for their loyalty, obedience and work ethic, working to the best of their abilities to get jobs done.
Great Pyrenees
These dogs make excellent guardians from potential dangers on a farm. They are fiercely loyal and their large size makes them ideal for cold outdoor tasks.
German Shepherd
German Shepherds are known to be great guard dogs, great for watching over animals and keeping them safe from predators. They’re fiercely loyal to protecting their flock and family, which is why they’re so popular with law enforcement.
Jack Russell Terrier
Jack Russell Terriers are perfect for hunting small rodents out, able to move first and have a keen sense perfectly suited for farm life.
Corgi
Commonly portrayed in culture as the Queen’s top choice in a dog, corgis are great for herding cattle and guarding farms. They are loud, fast and smart workers. They’re also great at getting into small places that bigger animals can not.
Australian Cattle Dog
The proof is in the name, this dog is great at protecting cattle. It’s smart, focused and perfect for a range of jobs on a farm.
Schnauzer
Schnauzers may not seem like the most obvious choice, but they’re great for guarding livestock and keeping rodents away.
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