Does your Homestead Dog make the list?

I'm 2 for 2, Lab & Rott

We have Blue heelers, they mostly don't kill chickens or maul the goats, or try to drive the horse. They keep the coyotes away. and the trespassers.

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I raised a litter of Great Danes in Texas. We had Harlequins and Bostons. Walking them down the street was dangerous for traffic I put down the last one, Maia, about six months ago. Her mind was as alert as ever but her hips were totally gone. She dragged herself to meet a stranger, barking as fiercely as she ever did, two weeks before I had her put down. For the past year I was helping her out of the ditch, getting her up, physically on her feet, in the mornings, and bringing her back in at night. She was 9. Their lives are way too short

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My favorite breed is the Rhodesian Ridgeback, and I hope that they never become so popular that they make the list. They are fantastic dogs, great for homesteads and not by chance- in addition to hunting lions, they were also bred to be the quintessential homestead dogs. They are supposed to be protectors of livestock, family, and farm, as well as hunters and companions. My own RR, whom I adopted this year at 9 1/2yo, had previously lived in a suburban home but has adjusted beautifully here, in fact she is thriving in this environment.

She is a superb watchdog, but otherwise NEVER barks, she is very laid back, has that typical hound attitude, lays around a lot but is ready to go at the drop of a hat. I have read that RR's want to either be chasing lions or sleeping at your feet . I haven't seen a coyote or lost a chicken since she has been here, and this week she has made a project of ridding the property of the raccoon that steals the cat food from the porch at night.

RR's are NOT yard dogs- they were intended to be a part of the family pack, so they are not the right dog for everyone's situation. But, for an owner with the right "attitude" RR's are really wonderful dogs.

We are currently at four dogs--all shelter rescues.

1) Lab/malamute cross--he's the alpha and a wonderful dog! Smart and quiet but has one scary growl if he doesn't know you.

2) puppy farm/inbred collie (purebred)--sweet and beautiful, but the stupidest dog I have ever owned. He earns his keep by keeping my child occupied. He is so patient with her--she dresses him up, rides him like a pony, and even taught her how to walk by letting her hang onto his long fur while she was learning!

3) border collie/St. Bernard mix--he's the true farm dog and loves to watch the chickens and other critters. But, like most border collies he barks. A lot!

4) australian shepard/german shepard mix--my velcro dog. She is one of the most athletic dogs I've ever seen and can run all day beside my mountain bike and never tire. I've always had australian cattle dog or shepard crosses and have had great luck with them, really good homesteading dogs!

I have two wonderful little yorkshire terriers. They herd all the spiders in the house

Mel-

I do not have a dog on the "list" either!
But, I am total agreement with the Anatolian lovers, mine is so great and scares the *%@# out of anyone trying to get in the goat pasture. He is 3 years old now and I got him from the Anatolian Rescue folks. His name was Hannibal when I got him at 9 months of age. He is very protective and very affectionate
Also agree with the Jack Russell lovers out there. I have the only fat Jack Russell in the USA. :haha: Sugar is 4 years old and guards the front yard and watches over me while I am sleeping.
I did not see any Boston Terrier fans but mine is also half Jack Russell. He is just a puppy and a lover and all boy dog. Roscoe is adorable.
I love and have owned German Shepards and Dobies and know they are excellent farm dogs. I wish I had the time for more dogs, they have always been my favorite pet no matter what breed.
Another dog breed that I love are the Corgi's (Queen Elizabeth loves them too), mine was also half Jack Russell/half Corgi. I think I could take in almost all the half Jack Russells and love them all.
Disclaimer: all my dogs and cats have been spade or neutered

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anybody elso got a collie? I mean the lassie kind, not the BC kind. I actually have one collie and one collie/BC mix. Both were rescued. Both are the gentlest
most mannerly dogs ever! We have 5 kids and they protect them, play tag with them and "hug" and "kiss" them. They are so sweet and really geared toward children. The collie protected me once from a HUGE lab/great dane mix that was eyeing my leg. He just knocked him on his butt and stood over him growling and snarling. It was so amazing to me to see this sweet-tempered dog turn into a blaze of fury in my defense. I would never give him up! The collie/BC mix is similar in temperment as well. When we rescued her we took her to the vet two days later. Somebody did not have control of their aggressive GSD. the GSD knocked down his owner and lunged for us. She jumped between him and my children even faster than I did. She was only 5 months old and 20 lbs at the time. She was shaking and scared, but she defended us anyway. In my book there is no dog for kids like a collie!
Oh. They are great with the cats and the chickens too.

We have 3 dogs, two of which are Great Pyrs. They are companions and guardians for our livestock. We are absolutely crazy about these huge, loveable, clumsy galutes! We also have an irish/english setter cross who is the companion, guardian for the family. He is so loveable and gentle to the family, although he does like to chase the cats or chickens when he thinks no one is looking.

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We've got a Jack Russell and a mentally challenged Queensland mix.

Mine made all three lists. He's a Golden Retriever but I sometimes question the intelligence listing. Just kidding...I just haven't trained him properly. He is 1 year old now and still chews up anything and everything he can find. He must have something in his mouth at all times. He even sleeps with his teddy bear in his mouth like a pacifier.

These are great family dogs but aren't good for guarding. They love everyone!

MountainMama

When he gets older you'll see some of his guarding characteristics. Goldens can be very protective.

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