Amazing sheepdog herding sheep on Raw Instinct alone

Today we look at raw instincts vs trained instincts when it comes to to working border collie sheepdogs, herding dog hear in Scotland.
First we reverse Kate’s training so we can see what a border collies raw instincts look like and how much the contribution they make to a fully trained dog
And how much is put in with training with a herding demo from sheepdog storm so we can see the difference
And as always we have the Hebridean sheep only happy to help on the farm, sheep farming
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[@jeandixon586]

Sean almost has ME trained ... without the necessary stamina though! The only command I could perform well is "Lie down" 😂

[@seanthesheepman5845]

😂😂😂

[@ThePolypam]

That'll do!

[@elizabethnisotis334]

Me, too…oh! And slow…I can do that one with ease!! 😂

[@julieobrien4056]

@@elizabethnisotis334😂😂 me too, on both of those! 😂😂

[@SpidersHandle]

AGREED! And I've told Stacey that, myself!!! She sure does a good job of taking care of him! WOOF!!!

[@Torana-gz5ls]

Love watching the dogs go through their paces. But as an Australian, I can't stop looking at those lush green pastures.

[@astrayelmgod]

Same here in Southern California. And they stop working when the temperature reaches 18C/~64F. We had a heatwave last week where the temperature didn't get that low all week.

[@elizabethwentz8211]

I don’t know what it is about Kate, but she has the sweetest face! I really like her, I guess that’s what maturity will do for you!! I know, because I’m a mature lady!!😊 We are still useful so don’t count us out!Thanks for your videos Sean & your dogs!🥰

[@Whiterook-k4w]

Thanks Sean for taking the time from your busy schedule. Love to see Kate out there! She looks so happy and proud of herself thanks to you 🙂

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Thanks for watching!

[@0410-u9z]

​@@seanthesheepman5845 바쁜와중에도 댓글에 답을달아주시는 매너 굿입니다❤❤❤

[@michellekleppel4775]

Kate was really enjoying herself... I learned so much about herding with a sheepdog. Beautiful to watch you and your dogs working as a team.

[@ICHope1]

One beautiful boss lady! 😊 She was having a great time even if not productive.

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Absolutely!

[@terrimills8609]

Thank you, Sean! Oh how I love Kate and Storm!,

[@suellenspencer-eb2nv]

Thank you Sean. Love watching your dogs herd.❤❤❤

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Thank you

[@jstephendavis]

Thank you for letting us into your beautiful world!

[@ilfaitfroid9739]

Its incredible to watch your dogs work (and enjoyable)

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Thank you

[@vonnevo7214]

Love seeing Kate, as a Great Grandma, she still has her agility and skills ! Beautiful day and lush countryside ! Thanks Sean ❤️🐕🇦🇺

[@jeandixon586]

One day I hope to see bits of you training a pup to herd. Adorableness off the charts 😁

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Maybe one day! Within a year probably

[@cmotherofpirl]

Interesting! I love how she is listening to you.

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Glad you think so!

[@ohasis8331]

Love the way they run their little hearts out.

[@bobbieminami4484]

Glad you take Kate out..we know she is semi retired ❤❤❤❤❤

[@Christina-ge3xr]

Someone needs to tell Kate she’s retired 😊

[@seasonschange4337]

Sean, you are a very excellent instructor. You are absolutely correct when you say only a dog that wants to will. That goes for any breed of dog that was bred for a purpose. I like the way you work with your dogs because you're a well-oiled team. It is a pleasure to watch a man and his dogs perform beautifully. Kate is a cutie. I love the smile on her face. She's so happy when you tell her good girl a grin from ear to ear. Storm, she's all business and is happy to do her job to achieve your attention. She adores you she is your dog. Thank you for doing this video. I really enjoyed it. Hope the rest of your day was a good one.🐾😊

[@PawtentialAdventure]

I find it fascinating, learning so much! I’ve never seen RAW vs. trained, so my mind is forever blown. I work with Border Collie’s and farm dogs that have been adopted into families in urban environments. I teach them how to use their herding instinct to overcome their anxiety. That is why I am glued to your channel because you can do something I will never do, but I can adapt it to help herding dogs at home. It’s so much fun, and much respect to your wife and family. Gratitude. 😊

[@margaretsmallallan28]

Thankyou Sean. I am an old woman now, but was reared on a wee west highland croft, and seeing the dogs and animals brought tears to my eyes! We had an old border collie sheepdog called Cu! He had saved my old Uncle, bringing him down to the house in a very bad blizzard. When he was retired, he was allowed in the house. He used to lie in front of the fire and edge his way into the heat, but when he got too hot he'd howl and we had to drag him back again. This would go on all day! I was told not to feed the brute anything from my dinner plate, but I'd notice Uncle giving him a tit bit when he thought I could not see him! My Uncle always said that the animals were not pets, and kept this up when I was around. When I went to bed in the wee box bed, I'd hear him talking to old Cu and giving him MY Custard cream biscuits. He'd clap him and brush his coat talking away to him all the time! So, he did not practice what he was preaching! Ha-ha! Cu had trained a lot of our young dogs by the long lead method, just as you described! I'll be addicted to your videos from now on, and hope that you do well, ending up with a farm yourself! ....old Tich (nickname since schooldays)

[@elizabethwezelman8547]

I enjoyed learning the difference between "raw instinct and training". Kate was enjoying her solo stint, and Storm was magnificent. The sheep were pretty good too! Thank you for demonstrating the differences.

[@Alison-ye3sv]

Kate at the start - curled up, chilling, fur missile awaiting for action

[@lindaj5492]

3:33 The way she stops and looks to you: “That’s where you wanted them, isn’t it? 😊

[@conniewilson123]

This is my favorite thing to see.

[@medea27]

Whenever the topic of raw instincts comes up, I'm always reminded of the Border Collies & Blue Heelers that would come to socialise at the local park when I was growing up. You can really see the different behavioural instincts when you've got dogs of all ages & breeds together, and hands-down the cutest example was a Bluey puppy... less than a year old, barely started obedience training, and while all the other young dogs were chasing each other around at break-neck speed, he'd be rounding all of us humans up into a group! 🤣👍

[@Lana-hh4ko]

Wow....just wow ❤❤ Very impressive of you and Kate.

[@ThePolypam]

Watching this from Canada while making pancakes for lunch. These videos are always so instructive and immersive. You're very good at finding new angles to life on the farm and herding in particular. Love to see Kate looking happy and fulfilled.

[@LindaC616]

Today I learned the word "stramash" 😁

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Little bit of Scot’s there

[@jeandixon586]

Scots slang for 'uproar' 😅

[@LindaC616]

@seanthesheepman5845 always welcome! Thx! Hope you're both well

[@nigelm5777]

Had to look it up: stramash. / (strəˈmæʃ) Scot / noun. an uproar; tumult; brawl.

[@Lindsay-t2e]

A stramash in the goal mouth is a mess in soccer. Ball going any which way. Could also mean a fight or scrap

[@shelleygreer915]

I'll never have a job like yours, but I do love learning about how you work and train your dogs. This is so great! I absolutely adore watching your videos and learning everything you wish to teach. Thank you so much.😊

[@lindareinking5326]

I always learn something new. Enjoy seeing the dogs at work ❤

[@FedUpSouthernGirl]

Nothing more beautiful than seeing a well-trained dog work a herd.

[@scm731]

That’ll do Kate! Kate the Great💖💖💖💖

[@TimmyBowers-rd2ow]

It was nice to see Kate out running the sheet today. Thank you. Look forward to the next video.

[@lulumiller1104]

🇬🇧🦋absolutely brilliant , to be shown raw instinct and trained , very educational.. thank you doggies 🐶🐶and sheep 🐑 🐑🐑🐑🐑🐑❤️🦋🇬🇧

[@kathleenmccrory9883]

It's almost like the sheep need to hear the commands too.

[@Bruunch]

Kate is the Greatest!

[@phelanpawly2507]

I just wish I had have gotten to my rescue BC before he developed so many bad habits from being isolated for so long. We are both lucky I had plenty of time to spend with him. I’ve known since day one he would have been an amazing worker because his instincts were very strong. These dogs are so very intelligent and I sometimes tell him I’m sorry I’m not a farm owner. I’ve rarely been a day away from him and he’s my best mate. He loves going in the car with me and he’s pretty much a lounge lizard now. He loves to chase and stalk birds and sometimes I just wonder what he might have been like working. I know he would have loved it. I can only imagine what awesome parents he had. Look after your dogs. They are the greatest people.

[@ladyliberty417]

I’ve learned so much watching and listening to your thoughtful videos Sean, thank you for showing us your training skills with these awesome dogs!! All the best🥰🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@chriswoodson5075]

Yaay Kate! That was really interesting how the dogs need instinct plus the desire and ability to be trained. Great video. Storm is such a good girl❤

[@nita12263]

Kate is the Matriarch ❤️ Love Sundays with Sean and the fabulous pack.

[@pg4662]

Doggos are thinking 'yep, we've almost got Sean trained now'!!

[@flexpertsdev]

Loved this video - it was a very small moment but watching storm's pace change literally mid stride was amazing ❤ (as normally they are quite far away when you slow the pace) also truly fabtastic how she can keep the herd nice and calm bunched around you Amazing 🤩

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@kenduncan3221]

Your sheep seem like they are trained to watch the dogs at to get their directional instructions also.

[@AH.135]

That was an incredible explanation. You have a way with words mate. Nicely done

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Glad you liked it!

[@AH.135]

You break everything down brilliantly, some knowledge. Footage is great too. Nice bit of weather you've had.

[@zamis21]

Love watching her run! She looks like she stop to say "Can I keep going?"

[@danettecadzow9837]

Great video! Loved how Kate looked at you when she first got them to the gate. She was very proud of herself. Love your pups and your channel.

[@jakhaughton1800]

Kate you’re an absolute beauty. She looks ready to go from get go.❤

[@JEMHMEJ]

Had to chuckle at the “heat” comment of 18 degrees. It’s 39 C here in Phoenix Arizona right now! Thanks for a great explanation on instinct vs trained.

[@ellenmadsen7308]

Just when I thought I’d never hear a new word again: stramash! Love it. Great video.

[@KatyLiedToMe]

Great idea for a video! Some more suggestions: you react to the movie “Babe”, why did you pick Storm to keep from her litter? Same for Echo. Also more about your training as a shepherd- is there a school to go to? Do you have to find a mentor to teach you? How long do you train as a shepherd before you can take a contract to work as a shepherd full time? Are shepherds typically given housing on the farm? Is it typical for your employer to allow you to graze your own herd on his ranch? How did Kate evolve where she went from not working for you to where she decided to work with you- how did she make that mental leap? When you asked Stacy to marry you, was she worried about low pay and the lonely life out of the city? How did your family react when you announced you wanted to work with livestock instead of being say, an accountant? Do you ever watch herding competitions or videos and think, “my dogs are better and we could totally smash this competition? What % of BCs end up being successful working dogs and what happens to the dogs that wash out? And finally, how has tic toc changed your life- I remember that one video where you were recognized in the forest and you got totally flustered.

[@Lilbit09]

I thought looked quite pleased, chuffed, although a bit shy.

[@renate.s.4765]

Kate the great!

[@underthebluesky92]

With my Corgis, and raw instinct, in the beginning looked like chaos. Four years later, very controlled, a lot less chaos, she loves her job. Most of my sheep also know the commands. So fun to work with herding dogs. You have a beautiful day to do this.

[@peterpicroc6065]

Kate is one of those rare, special dogs. You can tell there's more going on behind those eyes than with most dogs. I feel good just looking at her. Thank you for sharing your work!

[@LindaC616]

The title of EVERY video with Kate the Great!

[@yelimedawar3907]

Kate is brilliant! She has a lot of "raw" intelligence ❤

[@vsrump]

Her SPEED is insane!! anybody who would have a dog like with this "at home"without a job to do-- asking for trouble--Not the dog's fault , they need a job , EXERCISE or their behavior will show how they are suffering without it !

[@tash4122]

Kate is a ROCKSTAR and she knows it . What a happy little camper she is up there on the quad . Great vid

[@patweinberg4517]

A very interesting and educational video that clearly demonstrates the impressive natural herding abilities of these dogs as well and the marked improvement after expert training. Thank you for taking the time to film this episode.

[@teresarammel5891]

Sean the music you have on your videos is always spot on. I love, love, love your videos. I watch them several times, because I'm afraid I missed some scenery.

[@Cheere]

She s so smart and quite dog

[@katiechilson174]

Perfect Kate starring in the role of Wild Child❤️❤️ Storm says “Her😂e’s the sheep you ordered!”🥰❤️❤️

[@andrealouis-visser4973]

Storm reacted to hearing her name and started to slink out to your left. Love how she watched you when you were talking-like waiting for a command. 18’ doesn’t found like warm but you are centigrade.

[@JoanneMercader]

Black sheep being herded by a black and white border collie makes a vivid contrast. Excellent filming

[@esterstrydom9546]

My sweet kate

[@carrie471]

Good morning from the Minnesota/Canadian border. Looked like a gorgeous day there today. You & your entire family along with a strong cup of coffee start my day right. Thank you for keeping my life zen when I need it haha

[@carrie471]

Just realized I didn't comment on Kate and Storm. Both amazing dogs. The love you have for all of them is priceless. The love they have for you is endless. This combination is truly why you're an incredible Sheperd.

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Thank you! You too!

[@jeandixon586]

​@@carrie471Did you know you can edit your comment instead of replying to your initial comment? Never mind, your double-post was lovely ❤

[@carrie471]

I do know but somehow I apparently didn't do it right. Haha thanks! ❤✌​@@jeandixon586

[@lisahenderson8823]

Thank you for explaining the difference. It she makes things look so different when she does work with you.

[@AgentTrust]

Thank you ☀️

[@bluekatgal7300]

Thank you for showing the interesting subtleties of control.

[@pksmith1275]

Excellent video. Always fun to watch your channel. Kate is phenomenal😊👍

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@tressastanton1300]

Gorgeous to watch. Is there anyway you can do these without music? I love to hear the natural sounds

[@Butterflys3436]

Thank you❤❤❤

[@alessandrapirelli7040]

I'm getting more attached to this channel every day! I love the Irish countryside, the sheep herding, those beautiful border collies, and Sean's down home narratives! ❤❤❤😊

[@EnterGoldenAge]

i think it's scotland

[@paulinefoster6932]

​@@EnterGoldenAge Yes, it's Scotland

[@MK7of7of7of7]

Impressive training you have accomplished with all your dogs. The obedience training itself exceeds the normal, the instinct of the breed, herding training, and your dedication to proper care are exceptional, the sheep are calm. Pretty cool!

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Thank you very much

[@robertrhodessr3664]

Excellent demonstration of both instinct and training. Very interesting as well as instructional! Plus you know each dog's strength and weakness to supplement their work. Loved seeing the different dogs at work!

[@jelliebird37]

Even during the introduction it is evident that Kate is already, in her mind, *on duty* - totally alert and ready, without a sheep in sight, in anticipation of doing her job. Then, as she is resting in the tractor after her first wild run at 4:38 , she is totally dialed in to Sean to her left, *and* simultaneously giving the sheep the side eye out of her right. Totally obedient to Sean; totally in charge of the sheep. What amazing dog!

[@theladyisabelle]

Kate is RAW! She is a beast...without you she would be feral! But when you started the video I knew she would be "raw instinct "...Gen X! We work hard to confirm but left alone we revert...Storm is a daddy's girl! She wants to herd but she wants to do what her dad wants...I still love to watch Echo run!

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Thank you so much

[@stromxtc2033]

Yes, you can see Kate's demeanor even when she's in the backyard with the other dogs goofing off. She's always in the corner eyeballing the dogs keeping track of everything and trying to make order out of chaos. She never quits.

[@BSWVI]

You're a natural teacher, of dogs and viewers! This was fascinating, thank you!

[@Cheere]

So lovely smart dogs all of them!

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Congrats on your new pup

[@elaineolson550]

Good girl Kate 😊. She is so much fun to watch ❤

[@karencornelius9640]

She is truly amazing!

[@dalepres1]

Sean is a fantastic instructor. He clearly has a deep understanding of his art, and how it affects his animals, as well. When he talks, he comes across with respect, himself, as though he's talking to his best friend. It makes it very easy to listen to. I am a new homesteader (in other words, after 50 years of daydreaming, I finally got a small acreage). What I will be herding is just chickens, ducks, and geese but I am looking for a dog to help me. But after watching a slough of herding videos, and considering that I love lamb and have always wanted to spin, I am suddenly thinking of sheep - but the wife is standing her ground firmly against them. I know this isn't the scale of sheep herding that you, Sean, and your dogs do but I do appreciate your videos, just the same. Thank you.

[@James-KL]

Very interesting demonstration Sean! Its always amazing just how you can control the dog to get the sheep where you want 👏👏👏

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Thank you

[@ltruj123]

So cool! These dogs look so happy. Great job!

[@rihannadiamonds2504]

Kate was waiting for his commands while keeping the herds in control. Without commands she just wasn't sure what she had to do with the sheep's. She is such an amazing intelligent dog. Like many of her siblings and fellow dogs...

[@hedynegron845]

Oh, the joy of watching your beautiful dogs brings such serenity. I’m so glad to have stumbled upon your channel while searching training and info for my Mini Australian Shepherd puppy. She’s such an amazing, lovable and intelligent dog as are yours! Thank you!

[@markedwards4762]

Fascinating, the explosion of instinct and clearly watching you, thanks 😊

[@NMelter]

Wow what beautiful country side!!!

[@justynawojtunik7863]

Great video thank you👍they are both amazing mother and daughter😍...so happy you give Kate lots of freedom she must have so much fun 😍love her so much😍 you are an amazing dog dad 🤩👍

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Thank you so much!

[@theresamark8220]

It was free for all with the first dog! So fun to watch!

[@danas1910]

So lovely, thank you so much. I enjoy watching you and your dogs. They are absolutely amazing. 😍

[@jelliebird37]

I was watching the movie “Babe” and there is about ten seconds of Rex and Fly sprinting into action that made me crave more of the same… so here I am. These Border Collies must be the most perfect creation of God, nature, man or fiction. You can prepend the adjectives “unbelievable, incredible, amazing…” to all of these Border Collie adjectives and it still doesn’t capture the total measure of their 40-50 pounds of wonder: Speed. Stamina. Intelligence. Focus. Determination. Purpose. Attitude. Communication - with Master AND herd 😄. Agility. Resourcefulness. Courage. And let’s not forget their off duty qualities: Companionship. Beauty. Devotion to Family. It is impossible to overstate what wonderful animals they are and how lucky we are to share a world with them in it. ☺️😇😄🥰😊🙂

[@chantaln6843]

Kate is such a wonderful herder 😊

[@stephaniefain1863]

We are all smiling. Kate is much loved.

[@DavidVerch]

Sean I want to compliment you. Your videos are very interesting and you do a great job explaining things. I never would have thought learning about shepherding and sheep dogs would be something I would spend time doing.

[@ellenwheat3608]

I so love the picture in the intro of the young one with the flower crown. Too cute.

[@donnaprice3148]

Great video. Love your comments explaining things. Hi from Tennessee, USA

[@EnglishVeteran]

Really enjoyable comparison. Beautiful day.

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Thanks

[@saragayle2217]

You should have a program on TV about sheep dog training, its fascinating seeing how you do it ❤

[@hollykiebler9502]

I so appreciate your videos...ty very much.

[@JoanneMercader]

Fascinating, interesting,and informative. Thank you for your willingness to teach me

[@floofycatz]

Wow, these sheep are a lot more assertive and obstinate compared to the other sheep breeds. It's very interesting to watch.

[@melissatrader8528]

Little smile on her face to look up pride oh my goodness🎉

[@ECole-le7we]

Loved seeing the different perspectives. So well explained. Thank you.

[@seanthesheepman5845]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@susiejett8289]

It is amazing how much herding instinctual the border collie have. She was wanting to herd but without direction from the handler, It can put the sheep at danger, if a dog gets out with sheep and doesn't know what their objective is, other than chasing the sheep. You show a very important lesson in the importance of a well trained dog. Border Collies are not for fun when it comes to an untrained one in with a herd of sheep or other livestock. It takes the ability to harness and train that raw instinct to the dog. Then the dog is not lost in itself and the moment. It saves the livestock energy and trust in the dog. Otherwise you have a dangerous situation . Thank you for the insight on the raw instincts and trained instincts with working dogs.

[@hannabuck1581]

Sean, I Like watching your Videos. The more I look, the more I understand your Scottish prononciation. Greetings from the Schwäbische Alb in South Germany where we still have sheep herds to keep the mountains free of weed.