The Westerwald Cattle Dog is considered the last bastion of old German herding dogs, specifically bred for working with cattle. It carries on an ancient tradition dating back to the 15th century.

Australian Cattle Dogs were bred for work during the 1800s and they needed to be strong and agile. It’s why they have such well-conditioned muscles and a quick pace – great attributes when seeking to ...

MINT SPRING, Va. — Leon Armentrout stood at the base of a hill and called on his dog, Pickett, to herd four sheep located on a farm in rural Augusta County. With whistle in hand, Armentrout commanded ...

Size: 17-20-inches (male); 17 to 19 inches (female) Coat: Short, dense, double-coat Temperament: Loyal, energetic, cautious, protective, intelligent, courageous Exercise needs: At least two hours ...

The Outback Stock Dog Association (OBSDA) was formed in 2008 by cattle producers and cattle dog handlers interested in learning more about using cattle dogs and improving their use of working cattle ...

WATFORD CITY, N.D. — My dad lost his old cow dog, Juno, last week. After 14 years of chasing cows through the draws, barking at squirrels, fighting with raccoons, howling with the coyotes, and riding ...

Newcomers, including some four-legged ones, overtook Reliant Center's largest arena Saturday morning. The National Cattle Dog Association, still in its youth at the age of 7, brought its Cattle Dog ...