Dogs – Homestead on the Range

10 Animal Breeds Important to American History

These breeds fed colonists, transported pioneers, helped with the chores on farms and ranches, and altered entire industries.

Two Books on Making Harness

These books may pique your interest and give you some insight into the old-fashioned art of making harness.

Pros and Cons of Herding Livestock with Dogs

If you have a flock or herd that you have to manage on a regular basis, adding a canine partner may be a big help.

Draft Animals

Acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to choose and purchase a draft team, and then learn to work them in the field, woodlot, or market garden.

Top 10 Farming Resources

Check out some of our readers’ favorite farming posts to learn about popular country living topics and find links to more information.

Peak Performance

Is your dog an athlete? It takes a little extra care to bring a dog to this level of performance. This book will walk you through the process.

5 Unconventional Draft Animals

For truly small farms, these draft animals can be quite useful, transporting tools, produce, firewood, small children, and more.

A Guide to Herding by Livestock Species

The three most common types of livestock that herding dogs work with in the United States are ducks, sheep, and cattle. Other animals that are regularly herded with dogs are chickens, geese, turkeys, and goats. Some talented dogs can herd all of these species. However, many others are a little more specialized, particularly in theContinue reading “A Guide to Herding by Livestock Species”

Teaching the Rules of the Hunt

The premise is that you cannot teach a dog to herd, simply because it already knows how. Instead, your role is that of pack leader.

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