We Got a Puppy!

[@l.m.4014]

*Perfect choice for your farm, Neline. ✔ You did your research ✔ that breed is smart ✔training all ready. ✔She is a beautiful and an 'extremally healthy' looking pup. ✔ > She is your first baby and of course well cared for ...but don't spoil her too much. Haha. (Just like kids...say what you mean And...mean what you say. = Follow through! Say it once (most of the time, when she is older.) and Follow through. I've see some pet owners (and even parents!) ask them to do something.... 12 times.

[@SandySwauger9644]

Aussies are the best dog all around. They also will guard their domain. She is so stinking cute!

[@kenkirkland1056]

you will never ever will have a better friend than a dog , working dog or not they will be your best friend ever. Take that from a person who has dogs and knows the love between them and you

[@mikeross5927]

My wife and I raised Heelers for years. They are awesome dogs.

[@ADairyonthePrairie]

Heelers are so cool too!

[@benkemp]

OHHHH.... She's adorable, Neline! Australian Shepherd is an excellent choice to handle your sassy-assed goats, too!

[@richardtoms9161]

My daughter had a mini Aussie and Riley was the smartest and well behaved dog I have ever been around. She would spend hours trying to herd my daughters 3 cats into the bathroom.

[@ADairyonthePrairie]

Rookie has already attempted a small chase at one of the younger goats so I have no doubt she will be similar 😂. Herding cats is a whole other undertaking lol!

[@jamesba4206]

Austrailian shepards are great dogs ,smart and loyal. Great with animals and kids. Mine was 14, she died 2 months ago. My previous one lived 15 years. Wonderful for work and fun.

[@dawnyWestScotland]

She is beautiful! 💛🐾🐾 We have “West” a Border Collie 💙🐾🐾

[@bernadettedoyle3226]

Congratulations!! Wishing you and Rookie many, many years of herding and happiness❤️!! I’ve been owned by Aussies and Mini Aussies for 20+ years and have absolutely loved every millisecond of our time together ❤️

[@turklayher4794]

Husband? I must have missed some videos!! The last I heard it was fiance. Congratulations kiddo😊

[@christinekeleher3578]

Still waiting for a wedding pic or small video. But yes husband wife now.

[@benkemp]

Wedding Pics are on her TikTok page. Her and Max got married in the middle of July.😊

[@sandralovegrove2805]

Instagram has 2 photos

[@keessoetendaal2455]

Mooi hondje

[@purplerunner1715]

I'm a dog person myself, and she's great ambassador for more dog people :) Best of health to her and the rest of her 2 legged family as well :) Greetings from Denmark.

[@janeteckhart4886]

Hi Rookie! So excited to see you grow. 🦴🐶

[@harrietcarpenter2387]

She is a beauty. 😊

[@JazzyBlues79]

Neline! She is ADORABLE! GREAT choice on an Aussie Shepherd! She will be a wonderful livestock herding dog and a great family pet, too! :) What a great addition to your farm and household! :)

[@failsauceinc6291]

She will be an awesome herder, our neighbor has one and it herds the children also

[@lindakowalski7747]

She is absolutely adorable ❣️ You will be a great dog mom!

[@asquithmainlines699]

Nothing like enjoying your morning coffee on a frosty Oct 1st. morning to a puppy video. Best of luck with Rookie, she will change your view on dogs forever.❤️

[@ADairyonthePrairie]

She definitely has already! 😄

[@karenfleming1500]

So excited to watch you and your puppy was never a dog person but I got my first and i absolutely love her!!! I love your videos

[@TheStuport]

I have had Bulldogs in my life since I was a pup myself! Been Sooooooo Many and ALL were the best in their own distinct way! Best part about our Pets are they help keep us grounded and humble. Always loyal and desperate to please their Pawrents! My Bulldog I have now is Jack Boy and he constantly makes me realize how lucky I am to have him! Now, some of our Pets have a remarkable ability to "talk back" to us AND it's hilarious when they try their handle at "Pouting"🤣....but I'm convinced our furry babies keep us young at heart and live just a bit longer too! LQQK forward to seeing Rookie in the future and no doubt she will be spoiled in about 5 seconds! MOO From COW-lumbus, Ohio 👋

[@mayberrygobber5818]

Congratulations on the new family member.

[@marymaguire3503]

OMG, Rookie is so cute

[@l.m.4014]

Well done...she is getting lots of praise.

[@janetstewart6977]

Cute pup! We had a partial heeler and shepherd mix and he turned out to be one of the most intelligent dogs we ever have had. We had to spell a lot around him. His ability to herd was unbelievable. Can’t wait to watch Rookie in the future. ❤️

[@ADairyonthePrairie]

Sounds like he was a really cool dog! I hope Rookie ends up being an amazing herder like that too!

[@allenshermack836]

Do you sell your goats?

[@hsaurid]

Definitely house training is the first order of business. At the very least, train her to make noise when she needs to go outside to do her business.

[@kkeenan536]

I’m 71 & Aussies (or Aussie mixes), have been my breed of choice forever. A well bred Aussie will have a lot of energy, but will be able to relax and chill (unlike the intensity of a BC). My dogs were super intelligent, loyal, friendly to everything we introduced as part of the family including; cats, chickens, rabbits, calves, kids (both species) lambs and even a fawn!

[@garydavison1634]

Puppy is beautiful.Good luck trying her.

[@davidstevenson7309]

What a gorgeous dog. ❤

[@susansmart8086]

I think you made a great breed choice. I also had a non-strong eyed herding breed, the Bearded Collie. Similar working traits, but I think that the Aussie’s coat type is a better fit for your needs. Good luck with the training. She’ll definitely keep you on your toes.

[@ADairyonthePrairie]

Yes, her double coat will definitely help her to keep warm outside during the winter months!

[@susansmart8086]

@@ADairyonthePrairie yes, the double coat on our Beardies often made it hard to get them inside in the winter, but I think their longer outer coat would just add on extra work.

[@dibell3662]

Congratulations on the new addition to your family ❤. Good luck you know Rookie will be lots of work but can still be fun. A little ball of energy just to cute.❤️🙏🏼🦋🐶

[@elizabethbradley7621]

She is beautiful, congratulations. ❤❤

[@ADairyonthePrairie]

Thank you!

[@larryeuteneier5877]

Really enjoyed meeting rookie she looks like a very nice dog And I hope she really works great for you

[@andrewwilliston5798]

That dog is going to have an amazing life. Growing up and working animals on a farm is what they were bread for. Congratulations, she is really cute and looks supper inquisitive as well.

[@christinekeleher3578]

Rookie is just a big ball of cuteness. Welcome buddy we get to watch you grow, learn and grow. You’re in good hands. This whole family are extremely good with all animals they have.

[@lottedenhaan24]

Can’t wait to meet you Rookie ❤

[@GlendaVrolijk]

Just like You say,Rookie is stinking cute🐶🥰🥰😁

[@randysmith7292]

The barn cats are in for a shock lol

[@kmilton1593]

My old Australian Shepard (named Frisky) (same color) was fairly good at chasing cows. But he had one tremendous ability: when the two bulls were fighting, he would run up and grab on a tail about halfway up: the bull could not kick him up there, and Frisky would hang on for dear life; the bull would spin around a few times with the dog hanging on and flying through the air, then the bull would take off. At that point the dog would release. If a cow would spin around and try to chase him, he would get on the inside of the spin and jump up and latch on to the upper eyelid; the cow would let out a bellow but could not shake him off, then the cow would run down the alley and he would release. And he started doing tail latching on his own by about 11 months old. I love all puppies including yours. Be careful with bale-deck or flat-deck trucks: the outer 2" around perimeter have pockets and strap-down rails: Frisky cracked his leg bone jumping off. His hind leg fell through the 2" crack as he jumped off.

[@ADairyonthePrairie]

Frisky sounds like he was a great dog! I’m already teaching Rookie to “wait” when I open the car door, or the skidsteer door so that she knows she has to wait for my okay before she can jump out. This gives me the option to pick her up and let her down if any machinery I operate has a set of steps made from grates!

[@erinpurecka7102]

We raise border collies. I wish I could have given one to you. Ours herd cows, hogs and chickens. They use as much pressure as they need too. So if they need to hang off the end of a bulls nose they will. Or they will never even open their mouths when pushing chickens lol. Completely duel purpose. ❤️😉

[@janrobinson328]

Love Rookie!! Good luck.

[@wild_insomnia]

I am a cat person,but this puppy is incredibly cute and sweet

[@michael7423]

She’s a beauty

[@boesjmeid87]

She is so cute

[@deborrahdutra5599]

❤❤😊

[@mienafriggstad3360]

Awww!

[@dennisbelles9236]

Your right, she is unbelievably cute

[@tracyeaves1084]

She is cute 🥰

[@kenlynch6332]

Congratulations and wishing you much joy with Rookie. 🚜 🚜 🚜🐄🐄🐄🐄🐄🐄🐄🌽🌽🌽🐄🐄🐄🐄 🚜 🚜🚜

[@robertmarino2158]

Congratulations, have fun with the new puppy, stay safe .

[@Dennismelnychuk]

Great choice, border collies ive had took 2 years before they would work livestock

[@theirishman8356]

Hope you train her to herd your goats.

[@williamwright8286]

Definitely cute , look forward to seeing her soon.

[@matthewhooker3193]

I’m sure that you have got the puppy treated for ticks. BTW Rookie is adorable

[@dm55]

I'm soooooo jealous. Watch how Tyler was training his puppy for herding on Farmer Tyler Ranch.

[@l.m.4014]

As you know....Socialization when Young is Key: Animals, People, Children, Car rides, baths (already) Socialization involves exposing your young puppy to a range of different experiences. Acclimated to all types of sights, sounds, and smells in a positive manner. Proper socialization can prevent a dog from being fearful of children, for example.

[@pamelanoirot1427]

I thought we would get to see a video of some of your wedding. Would love to see you & your new husband & your family at the wedding. Doesn't have to be much just a little video of you all. I know you were working really hard on the preparations . Rookie is really cute. The color of most of your goats . Sbes really settled in with you two so i know she is going to do amazing. Love that puppy breath

[@Digeroo123]

She so lovely. I hope she is good at chasing goats. I am looking forward to watching her help you with your goats.

[@shirleysousa1133]

What a cutie looking forward to seeing her grow

[@freddylove9914]

SHE IS CUTE

[@Leftyloveshuskies]

Cows, Goats, Horses and now Puppy videos, this channel continues to please.

[@marcwheelwright9191]

What a cutie!!

[@RonsHorse]

Wow, A couple of cuties !!

[@adrianklaver113]

Hi Rookie, welcome to the channel. I had a Blue Heeler for 17 years, the key to dealing with high intensity dogs is to give them something to focus that intensity on.

[@WhirlyPearly]

She’s gorgeous, I have a Corgi who’d be to high maintenance, she herds all her purple balls, always has and my nieces Border collie is the same. You bought for traits and what you needed. Don’t apologize. She’s what you need. My corgi was ranch raised. Still shows traits. Good luck, she’s beautiful! Rookie!

[@frankrizzo3915]

Very Cute Dog!

[@ADairyonthePrairie]

Thank you!

[@silk9775]

omg, so happy for you

[@patriciamuskevitsch8359]

She's adorable!

[@Jozomo]

Beautiful pup, congratulations. Watched you pressure washing calf pens, have you ever tried a rotary nozzle on that wand. I use one to clean flat panels, sprays a larger pattern. Just a thought, congratulations Mrs.

[@LindaCoachman-nv5ky]

Very sweet Australian shepherd ! Congrats

[@andrewstrakos3568]

Cute little girl

[@heathergingrich6170]

oh how wonderful, I had an Australian shepherd and she was amazing, they are very smart, quick to learn and eager to please. My was black with a tiny bite of white her name was Molly..❤❤

[@gregjaniga1201]

You have new puppy syndrome. I have a six going on seven months old. That has destroyed everything in the house, Nothing keeps her happy she chews on all the furniture towels you name it. I wish you the best of luck.😊

[@ADairyonthePrairie]

Oh no! I know I definitely am in the cute puppy phase and I probably have about a month before she makes me start tearing my hair out lol. But it all comes with training them 😄I won’t regret it when I have a well trained goat herder haha.

[@brenthoffman3832]

Way to go challenge them with something like obstacle courses, frisbee, ball, hide and seek. Beautiful dog and a great name. 👍🏼✌️☝🏽

[@christinejeffrey5994]

Gorgeous little girl.

[@caroleingram5278]

❤❤ ahhhh, so cute😊😊

[@shelbydog1100]

I think the Australian shepherd is easier to train than a border collie.

[@ourv9603]

YEARS AGO, We were visiting Virginia City, Nevada and the old stagecoach road which the silver miners rode into town is now a historical trail. We drive a Jeep so of course we drove the old trail down the mountain to Washoe Lake. Along the way, we rounded a corner and came upon a big herd of sheep. SUDDENLY, out of the midst of the herd came a sheep dog tearing towards us. He skidded to a stop just off our front bumber and started barking up a storm. He kept looking over his shoulder keeping track of his sheep. He made it plain we were to wait until his sheep had crossed the trail before he was going to let us proceed. By & by, the last lamb crossed and he turned and ran to join them as they all we going up a hill. There was NO shepard with this herd, it was all the dog. Aparently that dog was so good at herding the owner trusted him and him alone to herd the sheep to where they were going. VERY impressive. Now there a good dog. !

[@janetsfollies2406]

Puppy tummies! You have so much animal experience that you will have a wonderful companion for years. The choice of breed is like getting the right piece of equipment for the farm. Enjoy, she is yummy! 🐾

[@rhondagroulx8544]

Hi, she is adorable. I have an Aussie also. Best dogs!! They do have a medicine resistance issue sometimes. Can be tested thru Washington State University in the US. My baby girl was negative, thank god. Piece of advice, get a good vacuum 🤣🤣🤣

[@sandralovegrove2805]

Congrats on your Husband? And new heard 🐕dog🎉

[@mienafriggstad3360]

She got married in July. Photos on her Instagram page and TikTok

[@STEVIE1959]

young couples practice parenting with puppies so you know what's next...........😊

[@BCG6963]

Welcome to the gang Rookie.

[@ninjanana1272]

👍👍❤🐕

[@ingefolkerts1554]

What a sweetie ! What was the cats reaction ?

[@arbigdog73]

My Aussies have all had Docked tails.

[@Kevin986_]

I knew you were getting a puppy.

[@gordiesullivan3289]

I knew it?

[@randallchace409]

Congratulations Naline and your husband. I have a question, your sister Miriam is a cheesemaker, have you ever thought of making goat cheese?

[@mamabear58walker83]

what a cute puppy! No need to explain why you bought from a breeder, you needed a specific type of dog for a specific purpose.

[@robinjchambers845]

When did u get married? Congratulations.

[@mienafriggstad3360]

She got married in July. Photos on her Instagram page and TikTok

[@allenshermack836]

I always enjoy your videos. Who plays the guitar. Your abilities around animals is amazing. Can you involve your husband in your vidios?

[@ADairyonthePrairie]

I dabble a bit in the guitar when I’m not so busy outside lol. My husband doesn’t like being on video, so he won’t be on the channel to talk at all but you may see snippets of him in the background every now and then.

[@dickhartley7090]

You will never go to the bathroom by yourself again! Just ask me awesome dogs 14 years great companions.

[@brenthoffman3832]

Oh one other thing exercise everyday walks, runs or bike rides. They are great friends and they will pick there alpha leader weather that will be male or female. And so loyal you will love her for sure but she will repay that in spades.

[@l.m.4014]

> I am so happy for you! Dog is God spelled backwards.

[@jehp8025]

when was your wedding? congrats.

[@mienafriggstad3360]

July; photos on her Instagram page and TikTok

[@l.m.4014]

Practice...touching her Nails / paws now...even if she doesn't need her nails trimmed. Haha. > I did Not do this when my first dog was young...ugh. He hated getting his nails trimmed...for the rest of his life. This was a nightmare for the both of us. (make a crappie experience, a good experience..... treats when nail trimming etc.)

[@VADogHunter]

Be aware if you keep her in the house the legs and lower corners of any wooden furniture will probably get destroyed.

[@glenhealy8304]

Do not let her get bold by a goat

[@david19659]

Why do dogs have to be in crates? My whole house is a crate and no I don’t have problems with them going in the house

[@ADairyonthePrairie]

Crate training is an essential aspect of creating a safe space for a dog, no matter where they are. Rookie is going to be a constant companion for me, even off farm, so it’s important for her to have a “portable” safe space. Also in the event of an unfortunate disaster (ie fire, tornado, etc) it’s very helpful for her to be crate trained so that she’s not more stressed. Crate training should be included in every dog’s training in my opinion. If you don’t agree, that’s totally fine, just realize that this is my way of setting up my dog for success even in the worst situations.

[@david19659]

@@ADairyonthePrairie thanks for answering.

[@mlieser1230]

Beautiful puppy! Sounds like you did your research to find the dog that suits your needs. I hope Whimsey doesn't get jealous.

[@skylasjourney]

dog owner?