herding dogs

Examines the work, training, and breeds of herding dogs.

Collects more than one hundred photos, most in color, of cow dogs at work, rest, and play, and provides an introduction on the herding dog's history.

"Readers will examine the history, physical attributes, development, and behavior of the Australian Cattle Dog breed. Coat, color, size, and care instructions are also discussed."--Publisher.

Describes the physical traits, behaviors, care, and training of over twenty types of herding dog breeds. Includes color photographs, fact boxes, a glossary, and further resources.

Presents information about the Australian Shepherd dog breed. Discusses the history of the breed, their characteristics, and the jobs they excel at. Includes a glossary, index, and resources for further information.

Real-life stories explain how a border collie gathers sheep into a pen, well-trained dogs learn to track deer, a little dachshund forces a rabbit to run in a specific direction, and a scrappy Australian cattle dog herds a 1,000-pound bull.

"Simple text and full-color photographs provide a brief introduction to farm dogs"--Provided by publisher.

"An introduction to German shepherds and other herding dogs, presented in a highly illustrated, question-and-answer format. Features include fun facts, glossary, resource list, index, and scientific classification list"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the work, training, and breeds of herding dogs, including border collies, Old English sheepdogs, and the Welsh corgi.

Highlights Border collies, Welsh corgis, and Great Pyrenees sheepdogs and Great Pyrenees sheepdogs and describes their characteristics, training, and typical days at work and play.