Herding Group
Breeds in this Group
The Bouvier des Flandres is a large and powerful breed of dog from the Flanders region of Belgium. These dogs are very large in size, with a thick double coat of wire-haired fur. They have a dignified but energetic demeanor, making them excellent working dogs. They are highly intelligent and trainable, with an instinct to protect their family and property. They are brave and loyal, with an independent nature that makes them well suited for herding and guard work.
The Border Collie is a medium-sized breed of herding dog from the borders of England and Scotland. These dogs are medium in size, with a thick double coat of fur to protect them from the cold. They have an energetic and intelligent demeanor, with an instinct for herding and working. They are highly trainable and obedient, but require firm and consistent training to be obedient. They are loyal and devoted to their family, with an independent nature that makes them well suited for herding and guard work.
The Bergamasco Sheepdog is a large breed of herding dog from the Bergamasco region of Italy. These dogs are large in size, with a thick and shaggy coat of fur. They have a dignified and loyal demeanor, making them excellent guard and companion dogs. They are highly intelligent and trainable, with an instinct to herd and protect their family and property. They are courageous and alert, with an independent nature that makes them well suited for herding and guard work.
The Old English Sheepdog is a large breed of herding dog from England. These dogs are large in size, with a thick double coat of fur to protect them from the cold. They have a gentle and affectionate demeanor, making them excellent companion and working dogs. They are highly trainable and intelligent, with an instinct to herd and protect their family and property. They are loyal and devoted to their family, with an independent nature that makes them well suited for herding and guard work.
The Belgian Tervuren is a medium-sized breed of herding dog from Belgium. These dogs are medium in size, with a thick double coat of fur to protect them from the cold. They have an energetic and intelligent demeanor, with an instinct for herding and working. They are highly trainable and obedient, but require firm and consistent training to be obedient. They are loyal and devoted to their family, with an independent nature that makes them well suited for herding and guard work.
The German Shepherd Dog is a large breed that originated in Germany in the late 19th century. They are a working breed, and can be used for a variety of tasks, from herding and guarding to search and rescue. They have a thick double coat, in a variety of colors, and are highly intelligent and loyal. They are an active breed, and need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation.
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a small breed that originated in Wales. They have a short, thick coat, and come in a variety of colors. They are an intelligent and active breed, and need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. They are loyal and devoted to their owners, and make good family companions.
The Belgian Laekenois is a strong and agile breed with a wiry, rough coat. They have a powerful, muscular frame and a large, rectangular head with medium-sized eyes. The Belgian Laekenois is an intelligent and alert breed with an independent and lively nature. They are a loyal and devoted companion for families and are known for their protective nature and courage.
The Shetland Sheepdog is a small, agile breed with a long, thick coat. They have a long head and a medium-sized muzzle, with bright, alert eyes and a lively expression. Shetland Sheepdogs are known for their intelligence, eagerness to please, and devoted loyalty to their owners. They make excellent family pets and are also used in agility, obedience, and herding events.
The Australian Shepherd is a medium-sized breed with a medium-length, double coat. They have a wedge-shaped head and a muscular body, with a straight, medium-length tail. The Australian Shepherd is an intelligent working dog that is eager to please and loves to be around its family. They are known for their loyalty and are often used in agility, obedience, and herding events.
The Canaan Dog is a medium-sized, athletic breed that is known for its intelligence, trainability, and alertness. This breed is native to the Middle East, where it was originally used for herding and guarding.
The Mudi is a small to medium-sized dog breed that originated in Hungary. They are known for their intelligence and versatility.
The Belgian Malinois is a medium-sized herding breed that originated in Belgium. It is an active and intelligent breed that is loyal and devoted to its family. The Belgian Malinois stands between 22-26 inches at the shoulder and has a short, dense coat that can come in various colors and patterns.
The Collie is a medium-sized herding breed that originated in Scotland. It is an active and intelligent breed that is loyal and devoted to its family. The Collie stands between 22-26 inches at the shoulder and has a long, dense coat that can come in various colors and patterns.
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a medium-sized herding breed of dog that originated in Wales. It is one of two breeds known as Welsh Corgi, the other being the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Cardigans are known for their long, low-set bodies and short legs. They have strong bodies, with a deep chest and strong legs. They have a medium-length tail that is usually docked, and their coat is long and dense. Cardigans have a friendly and cheerful personality, and they make excellent family dogs. They are loyal and intelligent, and they enjoy being active.
The Bearded Collie is a medium-sized herding dog with a shaggy, thick double coat and a distinctive "beard" around the face.
The Briard is a large, muscular breed with a long, shaggy coat that is typically black, tawny, or gray. It is known for its loyalty and protective instincts.
The Finnish Lapphund is a medium-sized dog breed that originated in Finland. They are known for their thick, double coats and friendly personalities.
The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is a medium-sized dog breed that originated in Switzerland. They are known for their intelligence and loyalty.
The Belgian Sheepdog is a large and intelligent breed of dog that was originally bred in Belgium for herding and guarding livestock. They are loyal, protective, and hardworking, and make excellent working dogs.
The Australian Cattle Dog is a medium-sized breed of dog that was originally bred in Australia for herding and guarding livestock. They are intelligent, energetic, and hardworking, and make excellent working dogs.
The Swedish Vallhund is a small and energetic breed of dog that was originally bred in Sweden for herding and guarding livestock. They are intelligent, friendly, and playful, and make excellent working dogs.
The Beauceron is a large and powerful breed of dog that was originally bred in France for herding and guarding livestock. They are intelligent, loyal, and protective, and make excellent working dogs.
The Berger Picard is a medium-sized breed of dog that was originally bred in France for herding and guarding livestock. They are intelligent, loyal, and protective, and make excellent working dogs.
The Norwegian Buhund is a medium-sized breed of dog that was originally bred in Norway for herding and guarding livestock. They are intelligent, friendly, and energetic, and make excellent working dogs.
The Miniature American Shepherd is a small and energetic breed of dog that was originally bred in the United States for herding and guarding livestock. They are intelligent, loyal, and hardworking, and make excellent working dogs.
The Spanish Water Dog is a medium-sized breed of dog that was originally bred in Spain for herding and guarding livestock. They are intelligent, energetic, and hardworking, and make excellent working dogs.
The Puli is a small and agile breed of dog that was originally bred in Hungary for herding and guarding livestock. They are intelligent, loyal, and hardworking, and make excellent working dogs.
The Pyrenean Shepherd is a small and agile breed of dog that was originally bred in the Pyrenees Mountains for herding and guarding livestock. They are intelligent, energetic, and hardworking, and make excellent working dogs.
The Icelandic Sheepdog is a small and energetic breed of dog that was originally bred in Iceland for herding and guarding livestock. They are intelligent, loyal, and hardworking, and make excellent working dogs.
The Pumi is a small and agile breed of dog that was originally bred in Hungary for herding and guarding livestock. They are intelligent, energetic, and hardworking, and make excellent working dogs.
The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is a medium-sized breed of dog that was originally bred in Poland for herding and guarding livestock. They are intelligent, loyal, and hardworking, and make excellent working dogs.