Tips for keeping sheep and guard dogs in the fence

Today we’re walking through the pasture with the sheep and Knox are LGD. I’ll be discussing a method to keep the dog in fences, and keeping sheep behind fence.
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[@joemartin1196]

Your dog has purpose now. He is happy and he is learning. You are doing your job with him and he is doing his job with them.

[@puresouthpasturesfarm6460]

Thanks buddy! Thats what we’re trying to do! He’s a great dog

[@nectros7157]

I had a commercial before your video. You've made the big time! Lol

[@puresouthpasturesfarm6460]

Ha!!

[@puresouthpasturesfarm6460]

Just endure it for me😝

[@tentamalaska]

Dogs need companions. They are pack creatures. They work together. Good job!

[@puresouthpasturesfarm6460]

Yes! He needs one. Thx

[@vwvw4]

He has a whole flock of companions. Two novice LGD's is asking for trouble.

[@tinad8527]

Hi Marc When can we pick up meat?😊

[@vwvw4]

I really commend you for looking for a responsible and kind solution to your LGD running off, because so many fatal or injurious things can happen to your dog when it's not home. As a shepherd who has has many LGD's over the past 40 years, I would highly recommend you not get a second dog. Your dog does not need another dog for companionship, he has his sheep. And you will have major complications adding another dog, I could go into it in detail, but suffice to say your sheep and your dog will be better off if you just keep him as a single guardian. Add the second dog when this guy's elderly and the new dog will be ready to take over guardian duties when Knox slows down.

[@puresouthpasturesfarm6460]

I did mention that thought to my wife a few days ago. If he identifies with the flock as his companions, then that’s not an issue. My concern is not having a backup if something goes wrong or if he for some reason isn’t here. Seldom does adding an animal make things easier, so I am listening to you as I process this decision.

[@user-kv2pt4lu9y]

Vocal ewe: coming into estrus? calling her young lamb(s)?

[@pic-an-roll4931]

Coyotes?

[@puresouthpasturesfarm6460]

Yessir. Thats our major threat

[@pic-an-roll4931]

Coyotes?