I find it fascinating how obedient she is. Do you find an experienced sheep dog could tend to know what to do without any commands? The collies are so intelligent. I have a boxer, he isn’t the brainiest of breeds 😅
Gwen would likely bring sheep to Adam under her own steam, however, it may not be the most controlled pace and we want to keep our sheep in good health. Commands are almost certainly needed when driving them away, steering the sheep in an alternative direction to the handler, as it's no longer Instinctive behaviour. 😊
True work of Art to make animals work in harmony as an expansion of human hand. Well trained dog and still so young learning with time to become better.
The degree of whistle and voice control handlers have over these dogs is extraordinary. I compare it to field training my Gordon Setter when she was a youngster, and you've got me beat! 👍
Remember seeing the ‘look back’ command used on the Sheep Game channel (Cammy uses the word ‘see’) whilst rounding up sheep on a hill. Very impressive!
This is absolutely fascinating. Thanks so much for sharing your experiences with us. I enjoy you as a presenter Adam, but I'm relishing the experience of seeing you in your own environment! :D
What a lovely video to wake up to here in New Zealand! The borders of Scotland/England certainly knew how to produce superior dogs; the Border Collie and the Border Terrier. If I had my life over again I'd never be without these two amazing dogs. Or the NZ heading dog which is predominantly BC.
Beautiful work lad. While watching the first video on Gwen I was thinking to myself that her herd was being allowed to remain too calm during work and they would grow less afraid over time. It was very interesting to hear your latest efforts specifically on this topic. Good luck training!
Amazing. I'm sorry, I kept looking at those sheep and wondering what they were thinking. And did you notice every time they turned around and he blew the whistle they would come? They wanted a little recognition too.😊😂
Very interesting video and really well explained. One thing I remain unsure of is how you associate/teach the whistle/voice command with the movement required in the first place if that makes sense? I.e. How does the dog know you mean left in the first place when you make a certain noise.
That's a great question and one that we're better showing you to answer. Keep your eyes peeled for an episode sometime in the new year, we plan to spend time with one of Adam's friends, who is an esteemed sheepdog trainer.
Wow. Meanwhile my Great Pyrenees has two ear speeds: “BROKEN” and “DANGER CLOSE” 😂 It’s amazing how breeds can be wired so differently… as livestock guardians Pyrenees have to be able to think, plan, and make decisions independently (historically often left in the field for weeks alone with their herds) so they are very stubborn and tend to think they know best. Which to be fair, he does a great job protecting our city chickens 🐓❤ That and sleeping on the floor by the couch lol. Beautiful clever girl you have there, enjoyable video
Great video. At what age did you introduce / start training Gwen to sheep? Not to work but just to get them used to them? Should u show them sheep as young as possible?
Adam bought Gwen at around 14 months old. With little time to train and needing to perform for camera sharpish, he needed a 'ready to work' collie. Check out our earlier video about Gwen, Adam shares about experience and the difficulties that come from buying a Welsh dog with a German trainer!
Hi there, what an absolutely fascinating great video! A pleasure to watch. I was wondering about Gwens coat though, I know she is a working dog, but there is just no shine to it. Is she all healthy? Anyway, would love to see more of this special little lady. Regards from Germany
I find it fascinating how obedient she is. Do you find an experienced sheep dog could tend to know what to do without any commands? The collies are so intelligent. I have a boxer, he isn’t the brainiest of breeds 😅
Gwen would likely bring sheep to Adam under her own steam, however, it may not be the most controlled pace and we want to keep our sheep in good health. Commands are almost certainly needed when driving them away, steering the sheep in an alternative direction to the handler, as it's no longer Instinctive behaviour. 😊
True work of Art to make animals work in harmony as an expansion of human hand. Well trained dog and still so young learning with time to become better.
I love your channel and your devotion and respect for our wonderful animal kingdom. Thank you for always caring for these gorgeous creatures.
Oh my word - JUST BRILLIANT!! What an eager Gwen wanting to please you! Amazing!
Thank you I love how you explain everything that even a idiot like me that knows nothing about farming can understand 😊
The degree of whistle and voice control handlers have over these dogs is extraordinary. I compare it to field training my Gordon Setter when she was a youngster, and you've got me beat! 👍
They would sit out there all day and herd them any which way if you let them.... They're just so happy to work.
I love collies.
I own a Vizsla myself, not used as a farm dog or hunting dog but she is incredible and so intelligent.
Remember seeing the ‘look back’ command used on the Sheep Game channel (Cammy uses the word ‘see’) whilst rounding up sheep on a hill. Very impressive!
They truly are amazingly intelligent.
Always a beautiful thing to see a working dog work. They love it so much. Which is why they need to be on farms/ as working dogs.
Thank you for the episode! I guess this was requested by me😀 thanks again
Delighted to have found your channel !
Love your videos. And Gwen❤️
Gwen is smarter than my two grown sons! 😅 And she’s quite the gorgeous girl! ❤
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Such an amazing dog and such a lovely landscape!
This is absolutely fascinating. Thanks so much for sharing your experiences with us. I enjoy you as a presenter Adam, but I'm relishing the experience of seeing you in your own environment! :D
What a lovely video to wake up to here in New Zealand! The borders of Scotland/England certainly knew how to produce superior dogs; the Border Collie and the Border Terrier. If I had my life over again I'd never be without these two amazing dogs. Or the NZ heading dog which is predominantly BC.
Beautiful work lad. While watching the first video on Gwen I was thinking to myself that her herd was being allowed to remain too calm during work and they would grow less afraid over time. It was very interesting to hear your latest efforts specifically on this topic. Good luck training!
Could you do a video on the basics of learning how to use one of those shepherds whistles? Great video!
Amazing. I'm sorry, I kept looking at those sheep and wondering what they were thinking. And did you notice every time they turned around and he blew the whistle they would come? They wanted a little recognition too.😊😂
Very interesting video and really well explained. One thing I remain unsure of is how you associate/teach the whistle/voice command with the movement required in the first place if that makes sense? I.e. How does the dog know you mean left in the first place when you make a certain noise.
That's a great question and one that we're better showing you to answer. Keep your eyes peeled for an episode sometime in the new year, we plan to spend time with one of Adam's friends, who is an esteemed sheepdog trainer.
@@CotswoldFarmPark That sounds great - I will certainly keep an eye out for that video!
am i crazy or are those some really buff looking sheep?
Wow. Meanwhile my Great Pyrenees has two ear speeds: “BROKEN” and “DANGER CLOSE” 😂
It’s amazing how breeds can be wired so differently… as livestock guardians Pyrenees have to be able to think, plan, and make decisions independently (historically often left in the field for weeks alone with their herds) so they are very stubborn and tend to think they know best. Which to be fair, he does a great job protecting our city chickens 🐓❤ That and sleeping on the floor by the couch lol.
Beautiful clever girl you have there, enjoyable video
great video thank you x
so interesting . so smart
Great video. At what age did you introduce / start training Gwen to sheep? Not to work but just to get them used to them? Should u show them sheep as young as possible?
Adam bought Gwen at around 14 months old. With little time to train and needing to perform for camera sharpish, he needed a 'ready to work' collie. Check out our earlier video about Gwen, Adam shares about experience and the difficulties that come from buying a Welsh dog with a German trainer!
Hi there, what an absolutely fascinating great video! A pleasure to watch. I was wondering about Gwens coat though, I know she is a working dog, but there is just no shine to it. Is she all healthy? Anyway, would love to see more of this special little lady. Regards from Germany
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How big of a heard can one dog handle? 🐕🐑🐑🐑🐑🐑🐏
The dog handle is too short, not good for the dogs neck and throat. I thinks it's cruel.