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The dog for the stockman and how to choose him

Sheep dogs have been invaluable to stock farmers for many decades and even centuries. However, the dog must be able to work. This article explored the characteristics that a farmer should consider when choosing a sheep dog.

When selecting a dog, two things stand pre-eminent. One is intelligence; the other is constitution. So, how do we judge a dog for intelligence? First, of course, the dog has to fill the eye. That general term is employed, which means such a lot, and yet,

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