Where Do Berger Picards Come From? The Berger Picard’s (usually simply Picard) name comes from , a region in northwest France.  The Berger Picard is also known as the Picardy Shepherd. Picardy is an agricultural region and has plentiful rich pastureland. The breed was used to guard and herd livestock. The farmers and cattlemen of […]
The Pyrenean Shepherd (or Sheepdog), “Pyr Shep,” is an energetic herding dog that hails from the Pyrenees mountains in southern France and northern Spain.  How the mountains got their name is (maybe) rooted in Greek mythology. The Pyrenees is a mountain range that divides France from Spain. From its intersection with the Cantabrian Mountains […]
Whenever I research a dog article, I want to own one. So this time, it certainly was the case for the Icelandic Sheepdog, a playful family pet. The AKC fully recognized them in 2010 and included them in the herding group. The Icelandic Sheepdog is a charmingly friendly and faithful all-around herder of small-to-medium size. […]
Where Do Shetland Sheepdogs Come From? Â A dog of the Spitz breed, which is possibly related to the contemporary Icelandic Sheepdog, was the first sheepdog of Shetland. This dog was crossed with working collies from the mainland and brought to the islands. After being brought to England, it underwent extensive breeding with the Rough Collie […]
The Mudi is a unique breed of dog developed over centuries to become a highly versatile, intelligent, alert, agile, all-purpose Hungarian farm dog. With its keen senses, quick reflexes, and boundless energy, the Mudi can excel in various activities, from herding livestock to hunting small game, from performing tricks to competing in agility and obedience […]
The Bergamasco Sheepdog is a unique and ancient breed. The Bergamasco has a thick, corded coat that sets it apart from other breeds. Its long-standing history and loyal nature make it an ideal companion for anyone looking for an intelligent and devoted pet. The Bergamasco Sheepdog’s origins date back to the Middle Ages in Persia […]
The Belgian Tervuren is an intelligent and highly versatile sheepdog. It’s a breed that has been around for centuries, and it’s no surprise why: these dogs are both loving companions and hardworking herding dogs. The Belgian Tervuren is one of four breeds in the Belgian Sheepdog group, all of which share similar traits, but each […]
Finnish Lapphunds are loyal and hardworking dogs. Their origins start with the nomadic Sami people, who used them for herding reindeer in Finland’s Lapland region.  This popular Nordic spitz-type dog is intelligent, friendly, alert, and eager to please its owners. They make excellent family pets as they bond strongly and display affection towards children. Finnish Lapphunds […]
The Norwegian Buhund is a medium-sized working dog originating from Norway. It has been known in its native country since at least the early 900s when it was used as an all-purpose herding and farm dog. This breed’s popularity has grown outside of Norway recently and is now found throughout Europe and North America. The […]
The Old English Sheepdog has been a part of British culture for centuries. Believed to be derived from the Scottish Bearded Collie, this large and shaggy canine was initially used as a herding dog on farms in England’s rural areas. Bred primarily for their intelligence, strength, and obedience, the Old English Sheepdog is one of […]