mixeduppup Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 Maybe is finally backing properly! She's been doing it on and off but not consistently but she's finally doing it reliably, she's also going through really well! Hoping for yard dog trials early next year! From a crazy rescue dog to a brilliant yard dog, so proud! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
becks Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 why do you want her to walk on the sheep? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mixeduppup Posted September 28, 2012 Author Share Posted September 28, 2012 why do you want her to walk on the sheep? She has been used in the paddocks and yards to bring the sheep in but she couldn't push the sheep up the shoot/race, which is pretty important in moving sheep around. The dogs run on top of the sheep and then get down and run back underneath, this pushes the sheep up the race and gets them all in, it can be anything from loading them onto a truck to lamb marking but it's pretty important to have a dog that can do it for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 That is excellent :) A good backing dog is worth their weight in Schmakos!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirislin Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 (edited) why do you want her to walk on the sheep? so she can do the Paul Hogan thing in Crocodile Dundee. I wonder what she's got in her there's some curly coat by the looks of things. Edited September 28, 2012 by Kirislin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mixeduppup Posted September 28, 2012 Author Share Posted September 28, 2012 Yes she's very curly, her tail is like a big puff ball. Mum thinks BC my sister is leaning towards poodle lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 (edited) why do you want her to walk on the sheep? She has been used in the paddocks and yards to bring the sheep in but she couldn't push the sheep up the shoot/race, which is pretty important in moving sheep around. The dogs run on top of the sheep and then get down and run back underneath, this pushes the sheep up the race and gets them all in, it can be anything from loading them onto a truck to lamb marking but it's pretty important to have a dog that can do it for you. What a great reply, mixeduppup. I realised backing had to do with moving the sheep along, but you have put it so clearly. I forgot to say congratulations to you, too. :laugh: Edited September 28, 2012 by Danny's Darling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mixeduppup Posted September 28, 2012 Author Share Posted September 28, 2012 why do you want her to walk on the sheep? She has been used in the paddocks and yards to bring the sheep in but she couldn't push the sheep up the shoot/race, which is pretty important in moving sheep around. The dogs run on top of the sheep and then get down and run back underneath, this pushes the sheep up the race and gets them all in, it can be anything from loading them onto a truck to lamb marking but it's pretty important to have a dog that can do it for you. What a great reply, mixeduppup. I realised backing had to do with moving the sheep along, but you have put it so clearly. I forgot to say congratulations to you, too. :laugh: Thanks very much. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oakway Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 That is excellent :) A good backing dog is worth their weight in Schmakos!! :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chequeredblackdog Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 Go Maybe! She is looking good! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirislin Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 Yes, I meant to say congratulations too. It's wonderful to hear a successful rescue story like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogbesotted Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 That is excellent :) A good backing dog is worth their weight in Schmakos!! oh yes.. their worth can not be overestimated. well done.. that is a wonderful achievement H Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
becks Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 why do you want her to walk on the sheep? She has been used in the paddocks and yards to bring the sheep in but she couldn't push the sheep up the shoot/race, which is pretty important in moving sheep around. The dogs run on top of the sheep and then get down and run back underneath, this pushes the sheep up the race and gets them all in, it can be anything from loading them onto a truck to lamb marking but it's pretty important to have a dog that can do it for you. OK not something the collies do here when herding the sheep into pens or trucks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mixeduppup Posted September 28, 2012 Author Share Posted September 28, 2012 why do you want her to walk on the sheep? She has been used in the paddocks and yards to bring the sheep in but she couldn't push the sheep up the shoot/race, which is pretty important in moving sheep around. The dogs run on top of the sheep and then get down and run back underneath, this pushes the sheep up the race and gets them all in, it can be anything from loading them onto a truck to lamb marking but it's pretty important to have a dog that can do it for you. OK not something the collies do here when herding the sheep into pens or trucks The Uk is very different when it comes to sheepdogs in general. In general Australian dogs have to deal with much larger amounts of sheep that are much wilder and generally bigger than European breeds so require not only different handling techniques but different breeds of dog to achieve the result. Collies are rarely used in the yards for backing, they are usually used for paddock work or there's a strain of hard biting collies used for cattle and goats. Kelpies and Koolies (or variations of) are usually used for yard work and backing as they are generally tougher than the collies and built more for that type of work (not to say that a collie can't do it, I've seen some really handy yard collies). Hope that makes sense :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squidgy Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 (edited) Congratulations!! This is just another great example of why people should also consider the option of getting a rescue dog, there is some great potential to found you just have to work for it instead of expecting top results but not wanting to be in the effort Again so happy for you and your pooch!! :thumbsup: Edited September 28, 2012 by thundercat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyt Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 Congrats. I love it that she can even take a moment to pose for pictures!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kavik Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 why do you want her to walk on the sheep? She has been used in the paddocks and yards to bring the sheep in but she couldn't push the sheep up the shoot/race, which is pretty important in moving sheep around. The dogs run on top of the sheep and then get down and run back underneath, this pushes the sheep up the race and gets them all in, it can be anything from loading them onto a truck to lamb marking but it's pretty important to have a dog that can do it for you. OK not something the collies do here when herding the sheep into pens or trucks Backing is one of the trademarks of the Kelpie! I think the most amazing part of watching Yard Dog trials! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 :) reminds me of my little dachsieXterrier , many years ago .. she LOVED working sheep ..and was pretty useful in the yards/trucks. Of course, with legs 2 inches long, she couldn't jump on their backs..but in a packed yard , when put onto the expanse of woolly surface...off she'd go , to the ones blocking the flow ..and, as well as barking in their ear , she would dig at their necks ..... she would then fall thru the gaps and run back underneath ....... her idea of heaven . In the paddock was always tricky ..I couldn't see her in the grass to control her !! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now