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Pastoral Dog Breeds

Pastoral breeds were bred to help herd livestock. They were selectively bred for agility, stamina, and natural herding instincts.

There are some distinct differences between the breeds though depending on where they were bred. For example, the Border Collie was bred to work on the expansive fells of the Scottish borders, while the smaller Shetland Sheepdogs, are more compact to work on the less expansive areas of the Shetland Isles.

Corgis, on the other hand, were bred with shorter legs, ideally suited to work as heelers, that round-up livestock by nipping at their heels

Pastoral Dog Breeds

  • Anatolian Shepherd Dog
  • Australian Cattle Dog
  • Australian Shepherd
  • Beauceron
  • Belgian Malinois
  • Belgian sheepdog
  • Belgian Tervuren
  • Briard
  • Central Asian Ovtcharka
  • Collie
  • Corgi
  • Dutch Shephard
  • Estrela Mountain Dog
  • German Malinois
  • German Shepherd
  • Iceland Dog
  • Komondor
  • Kuvasz
  • Laekenois
  • Maremma Sheepdog
  • North American Shepherd
  • Norwegian Buhund
  • Old English Sheepdog
  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog
  • Puli
  • Samoyed
  • Shetland Sheepdog
  • Shiloh Shepherd
  • South Russian Ovcharka

More information on the Pastoral Dog Breeds

Spay and neuter - Belgian Tervuren

When Should I Spay or Neuter My Belgian Tervuren?

Making a decision on spaying or neutering your Belgian Tervuren – have a good read of the things you need to consider.

26th August 2021

Spay and neuter - North American Shepherd

When Should I Spay or Neuter My North American Shepherd?

Not sure on when or whether to spay or neuter your North American Shepherd? Here’s a range of things you’ll need to consider.

24th August 2021

Spay and neuter - Miniature Australian Shepherd

When Should I Spay or Neuter My Miniature Australian Shepherd?

Wanting to know when is best to spay or neuter your Miniature Australian Shepherd? We’ve worked out the typical timeframes and let you know more about what you need to consider.

24th August 2021

Spay and neuter - Laekenois

When Should I Spay or Neuter My Laekenois?

Not sure on when or whether to spay or neuter your Laekenois? Here’s a range of things you’ll need to consider.

24th August 2021

Spay and neuter - Dutch Shephard

When Should I Spay or Neuter My Dutch Shephard?

Making a decision on spaying or neutering your Dutch Shephard – have a good read of the things you need to consider.

24th August 2021

Spay and neuter - Collie

When Should I Spay or Neuter My Collie?

There are many reasons why you should have your Collie spayed or neutered, not least of all because it will likely improve their quality of life (and stop you from worrying about a litter of puppies). Here’s what you need to know.

24th August 2021

Spay and neuter - Belgian sheepdog

When Should I Spay or Neuter My Belgian sheepdog?

To spay or not to spay. Here’s a quick guide on spaying or neutering your Belgian sheepdog – with a guide to all things you might need to consider.

24th August 2021

Spay and neuter - Cardigan Welsh Corgi

When Should I Spay or Neuter My Cardigan Welsh Corgi?

To spay or not to spay. Here’s a quick guide on spaying or neutering your Cardigan Welsh Corgi – with a guide to all things you might need to consider.

23rd August 2021

Spay and neuter - Toy Australian Shepherd

When Should I Spay or Neuter My Toy Australian Shepherd?

Wanting to know when is best to spay or neuter your Toy Australian Shepherd? We’ve worked out the typical timeframes and let you know more about what you need to consider.

23rd August 2021

Spay and neuter - Maremma Sheepdog

When Should I Spay or Neuter My Maremma Sheepdog?

There are many reasons why you should have your Maremma Sheepdog spayed or neutered, not least of all because it will likely improve their quality of life (and stop you from worrying about a litter of puppies). Here’s what you need to know.

22nd August 2021

Spay and neuter - Anatolian Shepherd Dog

When Should I Spay or Neuter My Anatolian Shepherd Dog?

Making a decision on spaying or neutering your Anatolian Shepherd Dog – have a good read of the things you need to consider.

22nd August 2021

Spay and neuter - Shetland Sheepdog

When Should I Spay or Neuter My Shetland Sheepdog?

There are many reasons why you should have your Shetland Sheepdog spayed or neutered, not least of all because it will likely improve their quality of life (and stop you from worrying about a litter of puppies). Here’s what you need to know.

22nd August 2021

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