Help! I Just Brought Home a LGD Puppy? What Should I Do to Give Him the Best Start?
I read this question almost every day on the various online livestock guardian dog forums. First, congratulations! Second, I hope you’ve...
Is This Dog a Livestock Guardian?
So we hear these questions nearly every day on LGD forums and Facebook pages and they go something like this - Can I use a Great Dane as...
Adopting an Adult or Rescue LGD
Re-homed adult or rescue LGDs are another option when you are looking for a working dog for your farm. The genetic traits LGDs inherit...
What is the Difference Between a Livestock Guard Dog and a Family Companion?
The first step in selecting a LGD, is determining what role you expect him to perform. This decision can determine which puppy you choose...
Selecting a Working Livestock Guard Dog Puppy
You’ve done your homework – examining your needs, situation, and breed preferences – and now you are ready to select your LGD. This is an...
Before You Buy a Livestock Guardian Dog or Puppy
With the increasing use of livestock guardian dogs, we are seeing more inappropriate breeds or crossbred dogs being offered for sale as...