Life and living with a pack of working dogs
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- Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
- Today’s video explores what it is like living with a pack of working sheepdogs
We also point out some of the differences between working and pet dogs
Dogs having fun and playing
Today on the farming / dog vlog we talk about what it’s like living with working dog from there energy levels, socialising with humans dogs and farm livestock and what is required of a working dog owner
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We had a border collie who was abused because he would not work. After a few months, we figured out the farmer had gotten him as a 6 week old puppy with no training. One day, we noticed he was acting different, my husband and I are both diabetic. He was alerting on both of us, and we were both having low blood sugar crises. So we ended up with the best of both worlds, we had a wonderful pet, and he had a job he loved for over 13 years.
Sounds like he was ment for you guys
Smart! ❤
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My Tess also altered me to my Diabetes when she was quite young. Her son, Maxwell Smart, became a service dog for a young girl with CP and the girl's mother discovered that Max could her to Kelsey's seizures. Kelsey soon learned to know how amazing was alerting her-by scent.
What a beautiful story. How lucky your beloved dog is!
I love all of them but for me there's something about Kate that melts my heart 🥰
They're all very different characters considering Storm then Echo (grandson) came from Kate.
Kate is the perfect example of 'right human + patience + time + plus a Litter = Kate gained confidence.
Kindness and patience cost nothing but are priceless.
I agree, there's something special about Kate but all 3 are wonderful
I love watching your dogs work and play. I wanted to be a farmer or rancher when I was a kid, my dad told me, no, you don't ( he came from a ranching family). I believed him then, but now, I always feel a bit jealous when I see others living that life. So thanks for sharing a bit of that life with us. ❤
Great 👍I, m a great grandad but I feel 25 when I listen to you great energy and honesty😊your guardians are amazing🙏
That's a lovely comment, Sir.
Wow, thank you
Interesting information about the differences between workers and pets. It was so cute to see Storm giving her Daddy some love! She is such an amazing athlete. Her physicality reminds me of a story of my brother, who (now retired) often had to work up in the mountains around Southern California, measuring and doing chemical analysis of water. When he crouched down, facing the streams to take water samples and measure flow rates, he would be vulnerable to attacks by mountain lions, etc. So he brought his Airedale along to keep watch. His dog ran beside the truck as my brother drove into these remote, isolated areas at high elevation. My brother brought his dog for a checkup once, and the vet listened to his dog's heart rate and commented, "Are you training him for a marathon?!!" His heart was SO strong due to running at high altitude that very few beats were needed to pump his blood. Anyway, the sight of Storm running in the field brought that story to mind. I bet she has very few heartbeats needed per minute to circulate blood. What a girl!!
That sounds awesome
TRUE.OF ME TO WALKER DANCER ACTIVE PULSE ALWAYS RAN 58 ACTUALLY SAVED MY LIFE I HAVE BIG COLLATERAL
CIRCULATION LIKE A NATURAL BYPASS
from the kingdom of Saudi Arabia, I send my love and appreciation for this channel.
Congrats on the sponsor, especially because you really believe in the product! Keep up the great content
Thank you! Will do!
Yay for a Great sponsorship!! And for the information about how to behave around working dogs. Same if course applies to guide or assistive dogs - always ask the handler before interacting with a working dog!! (Or any dog, tbh) Thank you Sean! And big hello to Stacy 💐 from Canada Pacific Coast
Totally agree! Thank you
Loved the video! Your dogs seems so joyful to me. If I could talk dog (or dogs could talk human) I think many would tell me they'd like to have jobs and (a lot) more independence. And I bet they'd all want a job interview with You.
Thank you
Great video again Sean, thru the video I see the great interaction they have with each other, pure love, a little eye-opener they do wind-down almost!
I did live in Islay for a while '70- 73, 8yrs-old and from Glasgow suburbs was a culture shock! Big Lamont was my pal, had a Croft mostly feed I think ,his great Dad was also the Bin Lorry Driver every week! Lots of hens and ducks in the outbuildings and a handful of Cows or less..But I'd forgotten about the Collie they had; Sheep were further afield and not often visit but a whistle, he'd appear ready from nowhere! I think this Boy done his own thing when not needed, not looking for a pet when I was around often, almost invisible, me and Lamont Campbell staved two fenceposts into the field closest to house as Hampden's Goalposts(square sided in those days, look it up;) and he'd batter balls at me, Goalkeeper Pat Jennings was my hero those days and good training but aye...the Dug had no interest in Football of any ball 😄
Thank you
It's such a joy listening and watching you with that amazing animals. The way you talking about them, respect for them and understandig their needs it's incredible. I wish you and the pack all the best
Sean being like 'don't pet them like pets'; but being like, stroke them with love'🫠❤❤
Thanks, Sean. Good information as always. God bless you all.
Thanks for watching!
Always love your videos. Hooray for the sponsor! Good for them for seeing the value in your channel
I appreciate that!
My father was a dairy farmer and we had a border collie “Lady” . She was a working dog but would socialize with us kids but as you said they are busy and was always with my dad and followed everything he said or did.
Yay, I'm so happy for your sponsorship Sean. Its great to see your channel grow and collaborations come through. I love seeing your dogs, just cane stop grinning every time I watch your videos. Storm just can't give enough kisses to you when filming. I think she knows shes on camera when you say "hello guys" and has to do her part of giving her papa lots of love...Had no idea she had so much energy even after a full day's running around.. amazing dog
From my working dogs , I` m a South Russia Owtscharka breeder, - to your working dogs, working dogs are always the happiest in the World.... Your Kate is a great dog! - On my picture you see Masha- Rusha. She is my "youngster", and she love it to protect her herd with her sisters an brothers.... Best wishes from Russia.
I Love Sean the Sheepman.
Storm? Is that you? 😅
Always good to hear more about our fav UA-cam dogs :)))
Me too.
YES FOR ME BASIC IM SHOCKED PEOPLE DONT HONOR DOGS LET THEM COME TO WORK ACCEPT PERSONALITY FIRM ALPHA SO THE DOG FEELS SAFE BECAUSE HAVE STRONG LEADER PROTECTOR YES DOG BARKS I ALWAYS CK TO SEE WHAT THEIR TELLING ME MY DOGS ONLY BARK WHEN THERES A PURPOSE
MY AUSSIE RAN WITH NBRS BC THOSE TWO HAD GREAT FUN HERDING CATTLE FOR A SPORT MORE LIKE PLAY HUGE LOVE ANIMAL BUT NEVER WITHOUT A DOG HAD CORGI AN ROTTI HAD TO BE FIRM NOT BULLY CORGI LIVED TO BE 18
I love the insights to working dogs. Thank you!
Any time!
Great video! I love watching your working dogs because they’re such an integral part of your profession. I’ve never been around that, but am always so amazed at their attention to your commands and obedience. It’s a joy to see them on the job and how helpful they are to you, and your dedication to training and caring for them. I’m happy I came across these videos to watch this story from around the world and I’m so invested in how you and your pack are doing! ❤❤❤
Thank you so much!
Wow, Storm is running like the wind! The fact that her own four legs are continually her preferred form of transport is amazing!
I just discovered your channel and i have been binge watching BIG TIME. Those dogs are so lucky to have you. Thank You for posting. Its beautiful to see. ❤❤
Very interesting - our late Border Collie, although he wasn't a working dog, he was incredibly independent - I notice a lot of Borders here in Tassie aren't on leashes & our boy was never keen. He liked to lead but he'd always wait for me, especially, if I was dragging (taking photos!) he'd sit & wait until I caught up, then off he'd trot! Even if we were off being busy, if it wasn't of interest to him he'd go off & do his own thing. We miss him awfully. He never bothered the hens, while the Kelpie we had at the time was a horror, & he loved horses - so, I agree one of the most important things for dog owners who go out into the countryside, is to teach their dog manners. I see folk in UK still walking their dogs tru fields of animals with young @ foot & being surprised that the cattle or sheep don't like it, and sometimes it doesn't end well - for them & their dog.
Maybe you could show - if possible, how to educate a pup not to bother other animals. Our current Kelpie who we've had from 6-mos is oblivious to chickens & was very good around horses. You have lovely dogs (we do sort of think dogs can be a bit of a reflection of their keepers!) thanks for sharing them.
Thanks I might make a video like that
Super informative, Sean! Love watching your dogs working. Congrats on the 200k subs! 🐑☺️
200K subs!! That's awesome!
Thanks so much!
Really informative !! Love your love for your pack.
Sean, Stacy, and those amazing BCs, you have changed my life! Big serotonin boosts every time I watch one of your videos. Thank you so much! ❤❤❤
NO DOUBT who the Alpha dog is. While BCs have the POWER to drive a full herd, they are subservient and committed to their owner... with such a STRONG BOND (missed and misunderstood by so many people). Look at how Storm climbs into Sean's lap and continually demands attention while licking Sean constantly. THAT behavior is SO Border Collie. They want you to REALLY know how much they like you.... and are READY TO WORK... like RIGHT NOW !! Storm actually wanted Sean to tell her... "Let's go!" ... and then head out to WORK !!!
Each video increases how I think of your countryside ... it's just fabulous!!
Happy to hear that!
What a beautiful simple life you live. This is what happiness and peace looks like.
I think you live in dog paradise!
In love watching your videos. Your life is very different to mine. When I see all the bored Sofa dogs here in germany, it is refreshing to see dogs in there natural enviroment.
Hey Sean, your dogs are amazing!! Love to watch them work!! I have had three BC, two mixed and the current one is a pure bred!! Nuttier than a fruit cake, but so loving and kind!! One man dog!! Keep up the good work and we'll keep watching!! BC are the greatest dogs ever!! Thanks!!
Congratulations on reaching 200K subscribers! And now having a sponsor 👍🏼
Yes! Thank you!
Brilliant, Sean! Thank you for such an informative video. ✨💖✨
You're so welcome!
Another great video! Congratulations on the Gilbertson & Page sponsorship & reaching 200K subscribers Sean!
Yes! Thank you!
Very interesting, thank you Sean.
Thanks for another informative video as always.. !!😊👍
No problem 👍
I hope you know how much joy you give by your videos!
I'm crazy about dogs..and sheep..so this is great viewing for me..gorgeous life you have Sean.
Excellent
Not being a farm girl, very interestsing to hear about all the aspects of that life and of the dogs. And wow, can Storm run!
Always amazed how Storm can take off and run top speed.
If you haven’t read Merle’s Door, I highly recommend it. Talks about a dog’s life when it is allowed some choices in how they spend their time.
"They don't act like pets" ...as Stormie licks your face 😅
Excellent analysis! Thank you, Sean.
A terrific video thanks
Great information. Thanks Sean!!!
Any time!
My Aussie was one person dog. I used to work at home. So Troy was always in office with 8-10 hours while I was working. Here in the US we call a one person dog a Velcro dog
Our daughter-in-law and son have a working Border Collie. She keeps their free range chickens together. I don't think that she is even interested in their cattle.
We do not have live stock, but we have had two Border Collies whose job was to catch a Frisbee.
Also, most of them were excellent watch Dogs.
Bonnie, our first Border Collie was the Short Stop when the kids played baseball. We did have a problem with her rushing the batter.
Velcro dog ?? We're in U.S. & haven't heard that term here, so far. Just FYI 🌞
@@nunyabiz- i am in Georgia,USA. We have Velcro dogs
You are right in everything you said. Especially about the end. I've always been the one who the dogs responded to. But now I can't work with them like before and the new one is not my partner she is my husbands. She will do well for me in the house but out side she is all his. But as you say he is with her a lot more and a lot longer than me. Plus she is doing what she likes. I loved this video and highly recommend it to any one who is new to the breed or already has them as a reminder of what category they are in. great job explaining.
Thank you so much
Beatiful and intelligent dogs! Take carne of them with love and sure they Will continue to do an excelente job! Saludos desde México y nos encanta el contenido. Bendiciones a ti y a los perritos!!!😊
Wonderful dogs! They have a great life.
Super interesting!
One of our Border Collies prefers our gardener because she is outside all day. I gain an advantage because I have Greenie Bites in my pocket which I use as reward.
Amazing video and soundtrack.
Great informative video. Thank you
Thanks for the great information
I think herding dogs are hard-wired to do some independent thinking, even without training---& that is different from wanting your own way, it's trying to figure out things & sometimes even disobeying. I expect I've told this story to you but my collie (not border, just Lassie-type) refused to go inside one time when all the dogs were barking at my open cellar door. I thought I'd just left it open & a cat had got in, so I told the dogs to go inside, they all went in except her, she stayed barking. Turns out there was a burglar trying to steal tools, & when he came out (scared!!), I hollered at him to get out & only then would she come inside. Of course, this thinking thing did not always work out for her, esp. when it was raining. She hated rain & when she wanted out she'd go from one door to another to see if it was raining outside all the doors. She never figured that one out! Thanks for sharing your wonderful dogs!
Rough collies have guardian instincts too so that probably why
Love the info! Thanks
Interesting!😊
I bet Storm is actiive in her sleep - running in her dreams, kicking, changing positions, whimpering etc.
My collie isn't a working dog but comes from working parents (not 'show dog')
My colliie is super energetic, snores and twitches in her sleep. Like all collies, she's clever, has her quirks like all dogs, obedient (mostly) very intune to people and a flirt with men which is nice considering a man hurt her before I had her.
I love her to bits but I don't let her get away with anything - she's spoiled with love but not spoilt behavior if that makes sense.
Hope we can see a vid of Storm sleepdreaming but they are always awake in a second of movement lol
thanks for explaining 👍
Why are Scots just naturally charming folk? ❤😊
Well done man och alla bordercollisar are best
Some of those dogs are bred with big motors with good gas mileage
yo bro another great video!
Please let us know what vacumm and attachment you used for grooming Echo on another video? Worked like a charm. Maybe brand would be possible sponsor candidate? Love your channel!
Lovely ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Great viedo!
Love this content! ❤ 🦘
Good Life 😊
Storm is an equal partner to the human.
Where do your dogs sleep at night. In the house or outside wondering. From New York
So do the dogs belong to the farm or are they your dogs that you bring in and train to work for the farm? Did that make sense
The dogs belong to me I’ve bread them myself
Who does Kate love the most in your opinion?
So what happens if you are sick and can't work? Can another farm employee work with your dogs?
@SEAN: ARE THERE PREDATORS THAT ATTACK THE LIVESTOCK? IF SO, THEN WILL THE DOGS DEFEND THE LIVESTOCK?
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Do they have a US stockist?
They seem more like pets with an obsessive hobby 😅.
What about Monty?
Pushing bad dog food is not a good idea. .. I don't support you anymore
I loved this episode. In between all your wisdom, I couldn't help thinking about a rescue dog called Charm. I feel privileged to have known him for a few years. He was a *large* BC -- lean but closer to a golden retriever in size. His size extended to his attitude. No dog in the neighbourhood was any threat. We walked past a property with two very aggro German shepherds almost daily. The day their gate was open he allowed the "alpha" to munch on his skirt before turning to inform him quietly that both of their throats could be ripped out at his discretion. He was scared of nothing -- until he encountered a herd of cows.
Shepherds know their limitations after an agile, aggressive BC has whispered 'I'll cut you'
One person dog, my Katie Ann Dog. I love border collies.
I can see and understand what you mean about your BC. Mine is a pet and she was always timid. She is a pet but very energetic. We keep her busy and I take her mostly everywhere with me..She is more of a one person dog when it comes to training. She listens to me but fortunately she has a love for all of us. I now have her sire who was a working dog for horses and he is pretty independent but shows love for us because we care now for him. The Hand at the farm next door trained him and took him places and cared for him but died. Poor Jake became the odd dog out. He used to swing on the horse's tails because nobody paid attention to him. The person who owns the farm who employed the Hand who died did take care of Jake and he healed but had a messed up tooth. I asked if I could have him if he would stay with me. I live next to the horse farm. Our property backs up to this farm. Jake visits over there now daily but comes back to me because I told him I would care for him. He is beautiful now but about 14. He is my dogs sire. I love BCs but I definitely do see the difference in independent attitude between father and daughter. Thank you for sharing your videos. I love to see your dogs working.
That thumbnail! 😊 Pure dog happiness... 💕🐾
👏 for having a sponsor! This company couldn't wish for better ambassadors than your happiness spreading dogs.
You are so kind
Is one of your sponsors some kind of political candidate? Cuz in my viewing, I got a guy named Jon (something), but I have no idea where he is running, or who he is..? I really don’t want politicians interrupting your video.
Great video!! I watched it sitting outside with my pet bc!! Everything he does is done with great intensity and at full speed!😅 and he is 100% a one person dog. He likes our family and really likes meeting strangers but he loves me!! I am the lucky one❤🇨🇦
You ARE the lucky one. If you dontvknow this, here's a tip... I learned by having BCs. As they get older, they get more "needy." So, if they just come over to you and push their head into your lap. Stop whatever you're doing and "dote" on you BC by rubbing his head and telling what a good boy (or girl) they are. You won't have to do this for too long. They just want some love and reassurance RIGHT THEN, so give it to them and they will bond even MORE to you.
That is awesome! Thanks
Sean - way to go. You’re up to 200K subscribers!!! I remember when you were at like 2.5 subscribers. So happy for you and Stacey. Congratulations and continue to grow. 💕🐾
Thanks so much!!
I am so glad that I found this channel. It is not only educational, it is entertaining, as well. Sean and his crew are a joy to watch working...the responsiveness of the dogs to his commands, their speed, agility, and athleticism.
Watching your videos is always a treat. I love whatever the topic is. You are such a great example of what a sheep herder should be. You always teach us something new. Love the dogs too. The world would be a better place if there were more people like you.
Wow, thank you!
I ADORE your Border Collies; ADORE!! ❤❤❤
I reckon your dogs sleep with one eye open... just in case you need them to do something!!
I’m curious how you introduce your dogs to new people? It’d be great to see a video of that. 😊
Great idea!
I really appreciate it when folks ask "can I bet your dog?" BEFORE they approach. Helps with a VERY strong athletic pup of a dog who ADORES folks to a fault sometimes :)
I’ve had dogs for my entire 60 years and I don’t know how you seperate the work side from the pet side. Thankfully I’ve only had four dogs because they all lived very long lives. Each of them were special and unique. I had a serious accident 10 years ago and I am no longer able to work but every minute of the weeks of surgeries and hospital all I thought about was getting home to my best mate. He was 19 back then and I knew his time was short. He waited for me and a few weeks later he let me know he’d had enough. The physical pain was nothing compared to what that did to me. I swore I’d never have another one but I became aware of a border collie that needed rehoming. I battled with it being too soon but I went to meet him. He was a bundle of energy which was a problem at first because he didn’t understand I couldn’t walk properly or catch him when he jumped but very quickly he grew to understand. His name is Lenny and he’s the very image of Storm with the grey facial hair. He’s the same age now too. My absolute greatest fear is him not being around anymore. I am lucky we are together every minute of the day but I do feel guilty I’ve held him back. Losing my last collie shattered me. More than losing any family member. After all the work your dogs do, how do you feel when it’s time to say goodbye. 😢
Super interesting, Sean! Your insights give a new dimension to understanding and enjoying the videos.
Awesome, thank you!
Sean,
Thank you for sharing the inner workings of a working dog. All the best to you and Stacy.
Thank you too!
We are Wildflower Acres Farm, a goat farm with mostly purebred Kiko's but we have Boer, ND, and some mixed breed goats as well. My wife Susan is the goat Master. We are in North Florida USA. We have Anatolian Shepherd LGDs. Our inside dogs love to watch your dogs work the sheep 🐑.
Haha!! Like watching a live hiking or skiing or mountain climbing show for humans... this is what the more active, athletic members of our species is doing. Love it!
Great video, Sean! It made me wonder if your dogs are the only working dogs on the farm where you work. Somehow, I was surprised when you mentioned that they might hang around with other dogs. I like to think that Kate, Storm and Echo are the center of the border collie universe! Lol!
My work colleagues have dogs too there are 3 other dogs around atm
Great video Sean. Curious if the dogs are protective of the sheep against any predator's (fox, wolves whatever) or that is a specific training thing for dogs to protect?
It is a different type of insect and training yeah
Can't get enough of those wonderful, wicked-smart doggies and their awesome human. As always, thanks for sharing and making everyone's day better. Always a treat to watch your videos!❤
Energy intensifies in working dogs.... my pet BC took that statement as a challenge 😂
Love your working dog videos. The dogs obviously love you and love what they do. Great job!
Thank you very much!