An article from Critters ...Livestock animals are the livelihood of many family farms. With the expense of purchasing these animals and the expense of caring for them, their wellbeing is vital to the success of the farm. The large investment made by farmers and ranchers must be protected at all costs from predators.Livestock Guardian Dogs are bred specifically to protect the animals with which they live. They should not be confused with herding dogs that are used to assist farmers with day to day operations through the use of hand signals. Guardian dogs work independently of humans, requiring no supervision. These dogs are a member of the flock, living with it 24 hours a day. The most popular breed is the Great Pyrenees, but other breeds include the Komondor, Anatolian Shepherd, Akbash, and the Maremma Sheepdog to name a few. critters360/index.php/guardian-animals-protection-from-coyotes-36529/
Posted on: Mon, 29 Sep 2014 08:37:14 +0000
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