Choosing the right dog for your homestead

[@squizill]

If you have coyotes nearby they will use tactics to lure your dog into an ambush you might want to consider getting a few more dogs

[@August84118]

I was concerned about my Anatolian when I first got her because I had heard/read about the agression also. She takes her cues from me as far a people are concerned, but she is very territorial with other animals...like relentless. Excellent vision, hearing, smell. She'll smell a coyote before you even see one. She is very good with my developmentally disabled son, and my elderly mother...she knows they are different, and is exceptionally gentle around them. I've had Great Dane, Pit Bulls, Husky, and by far, she is the best dog I have ever had.

[@GrandmaGingersFarm]

We have akbash/pyrenees mix guardian dogs on our homestead and they are tremendous at their jobs and such lovable sweethearts. They equally care for homestead animals as well as the grandchildren. Ours are a bit larger than the typical pyr, as we needed the size. I agree that a homestead needs to have LGDs and each breed can provide a lil different benefits. May God Bless you for sharing.

[@Love18wheelz]

I have 4 German Shepherds at home watchin over the ladies while I'm out in the truck. Nothing or no one comes around unless permission is given. Beautiful dog.

[@brothergrimm6938]

We ended up choosing CAucasian Ovcharka Mountain Dogs and have no regrets. We wanted large dogs capable of protecting the property, house & home from bears, cougars & wolves while at the same time bonding with the family & the animals. Our 9 month old Caucasians are pushing 150-160lbs & are the perfect cross we were looking for

[@TheRevoltingMan]

We love our Pyrenees. He's a great dog.

[@cruciferousvegetable]

Homesteading cat selection is even more important to protect your grain and feed stores. You need at least 4 farm cats.

[@bobsickinger6017]

Pyrs are a great choice....great temperament, and outstanding livestock guardian, and probably most people friendly of all the LGD breeds. Our Pyr has been a great addition to our homestead and we plan to add two more. I see Odin does the paw thing too!!

[@VikingPreparedness]

LGDs are awesome. Subbed

[@therealpreparedhomestead]

Thank you Pastor, that means a lot.

[@TheEllionn]

here in Brazil we have a breed called Fila brasileiro, It's a wonderful dog to homestead protection because they are large and protectors.

[@michaelsimons2851]

So which is better a Maremma, Kuvasz, Akbash or Great Pyreenes and can anyone tell them apart?

[@tritchie6272]

You made some interesting points. I like your attitude that what works for 1 may not work for everybody. I watched a video of some farmer in Vermont who depends on a maremma. He said from his research the Maremma was quieter and stayed closer to home and the livestock. But then it looked like his setup was different than yours. He had neighbors and fences.I don't have any personal experience with LGD,but I have been doing some research.Well I guess you can't call it real research. But that's how I tend to refer to all the reading and video watching on the subject I've been doing. It ain't like I'm a scientist or anything. In large part because I find the topic very interesting. And what you said jives with my reading and other video's I've watched. The fact that your running more than 1 also goes with what I've read.

[@raysova7666]

I prefer the CATAHOULA breed. The small strain. They hunt,track,flush,herd,guard. They subdue alligators n fight badgers too. Great for baying hogs. Good w/farm animals n family. The small strain is hard to find.

[@sgtjosozo]

We have an Anatolian/Great Pyrenees mix. He is a faithful guardian. They can be a bit dense sometimes but he does his job 24-7 and that is what matters.

[@therealpreparedhomestead]

That's how mine is. If he doesn't want to listen he won't but he behaves well.

[@robincooper3]

Mine as well! My bodhi is absolutely the best dog I've ever had

[@jeffmouch240]

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[@mycontainergarden]

thanks for ino. I appreciate your info on youtube. I am moving offgrid so looking for best info

[@markchase5323]

As I'm sure you have already had this consideration, what is the plan for feeding such large canines now and after outside resupply halts?

[@therealpreparedhomestead]

They're pretty good at scavenging for scraps now plus we raise animals for eating so the idea is that will provide. We mostly feed them a raw diet already.

[@cattywampusmcdoogle]

That is what raw fish and rabbits are for.

[@bootmender]

I have 2 Great Great Pyrenees, brother and sister + a Blue heeler and a border collie. The border collie is the only one that will Heard.

[@tonysimons3065]

Great Pyrenees are absolutely wonderful. My big boy is 163 lbs and have 2 females and the bears and coyotes don't even come close to our property.

[@godislove201]

We just bought two Male Great Pyrenees. We get to pick them up this Saturday. I just also subscribed to your channel. My wife and l moved to Missouri 16 months ago and did purchase 4 acres right outside of Bennett Springs just 4 months ago. We do have few neighbors within a quarter mile but they have large dogs that bark, so I'm not worried about the barking but I really don't want them to wander off so it looks like I'm going to be driving alot of T posts LOL... I'm glad I found your channel brother. God bless you and yours. Peace.

[@oceaser6977]

Personally not drawn to the breed but loved the video and your explanation of why the Great Pyrenees works for you

[@BigSmashKing]

And many people that say that bringing your dog inside will ruin your dog what do you think about that?

[@thetacticalparadigm5331]

Great par-anise are Outstanding dogs ! Big and powerful, do you make money with your livestock or gardening ? We have a yellow lab she is full blooded as well but I think she would be lacking on defense with coyotes and such ... really nice looking dog you have there Sir !!

[@Adam.Rushing]

But Old Yeller was a yellow lab mix lol

[@robincooper3]

I have an anatolian pyraneese. Half and half. Best dog ever. I also have a pure bred anatolian. He is definitely very aloof and absolutely anyone he does not associate with family is a stranger/ threat. He is one loyal dog though. My half and half is cautious and protective but, somewhat goofy and less likely to react offensively rather than defensively.

[@Xexsut]

Travis...an absolutely beautiful Dog. Just wondering if you could advize of any good resources to locate land in the Miss/Ark Ozarks. Thank you.

[@therealpreparedhomestead]

Thank you! In my experience in the Ozarks I have found the better deals on homestead land in more of the central areas of both Missouri and Arkansas. Stay at least 30 miles away from the large cities; Springfield, Branson, Joplin, Fayetteville, Harrison, Mt Home. Landwatch dot com is a good site to find land I think. It can at least give you an idea of the cheaper areas. The cheaper land areas tend to be the less populated ones.

[@Xexsut]

@@therealpreparedhomestead Thank you for the quick response and suggestions Travis. Looking forward to future videos. Great stuff!

[@marysmith9107]

Fate allowed myself and mom to adopt a free puppy. The vet thinks she is mountain curr and shepherd. We were told by the elderly couple giving free puppies away she was a lab mix. She appears smart and is learning quickly. We have two dogs in their mid teens and hope this puppy will grow up to be a good watch dog. She will be an indoor dog.

[@naturezone6655]

Good luck with her.

[@bennystropicalswimmigwolf8691]

absolutely beautiful Dog

[@elenahedgehog]

oh my god you are so right... this is the best dog for a farm, who is calm but it can trash a coyote

[@madginger3634]

What a good dog

[@NWAPrepper]

Sounds like a few great dogs.

[@gumboot65]

Great vid and insights. I am researching LGDs. Haven't decided which breed to get. The neighbors recently got a 3/4 AS1/4 GP pup. From a local breeder. They seem like good dogs. We have a rescue Alaska Husky spayed female 6 yo and a 10 yo golden retriever. Both good dogs . work well for running off moose if the snow isn't too deep. And I think they would run a bear. Smallish, quick dogs are good for running off a bear. But wolves and coyotes could be a problem. Lynx will tree quite easily so I'm not overly concerned about them. Our sled dog has a good guardian instinct. But at 60 lbs is a bit small.

[@katherinepoletto7875]

Travis hey,missed seein ya.Pyrenees,huh ? He seems also loving.M.Decker has two,Mac and Stony.have you ever watched him ? I think you'd Enjoy.i Always had Collies around.back in late 60s thru end of the 80s.i had loved the loyalty and herding,protecting quality.my Shanna would Litteraly herd My Daughter.God it was Good.i had 3 over period some 30 yrs.What i loved was each and they weren't Related,seemed to a have the instinct to know,better than myself,a persons character and sense when something was not "quite" right,and want to run to the rescue to protect.And horseback riding ? Whoa.could not ask for a better trail partner.it was,then,McGee,Shane and me.we'd be gone hours nd hours.those were the trails, nd dirt rds.you could do back then.And Shepards.the true ones and the South African.My Gram had her dark haired,full boned Laddie.b4 hip dysplasia and he was Strong.But so Good with my Granma.its been a good visit for me.loved getting to know your guy and qualities of breed.See ya Sooner.Hi to Family.kat,ct.4=25=19

[@DeeMoback]

what do you use for your dogs to protect THEM from tics,etc.... how does your dogs feel about snakes

[@DAN-se8fl]

What about the ticks? Would a short hair dog be better? Your guy is a beautiful dog btw

[@PreppingInProgress]

Love it, don’t know what we’re going to do when our old great pyranees/ yellow lab mix passes on.

[@mycontainergarden]

thank you for your info GOD BLESS

[@marvona3531]

Thanks ✳️🍀✳️🌺✳️🍀

[@Saint696Anger]

Cute dog, good choice

[@PMarshallT]

what brand of overalls are you wearing?

[@PMarshallT]

answered my own question, KEY

[@johnbrennan2723]

Wonder how all that long hair works for him in the summer. He probably gets mad at you for causing global warming. It's a crisis you know. My equipment = ridgeback/Safrican mastiff cross and a walker hound. Big food bill but I bet yours is bigger. The end.

[@therealpreparedhomestead]

They do pretty good with the heat. They typically blow out their winter coats in the spring which helps a lot. They also go play in the creek when they get hot.

[@johnbrennan2723]

@@therealpreparedhomestead U du man Tbone.

[@mycontainergarden]

bless you

[@DeeMoback]

good vid....

[@casey197930]

Good info, ty.

[@danthedewman1]

And remember folks...keep your dog on your own property..wont put up with someones dog eyeing my flock or disturbing my hunt

[@MrGross-nm6dl]

Are there really mountain lions there in the ozarks?

[@therealpreparedhomestead]

Yes. There was one on the property last year and killed a neighbors calf. Two years ago a large one was killed by a car on one of the highways in this area.

[@MrGross-nm6dl]

Set Apart Homestead wow there turning up here in Indiana as well, stay safe 👍🏾