Herding Instinct in Mixed Breeds and Rescue Dogs
How to identify and evaluate herding instinct in mixed breed and rescue dogs, from recognizing everyday herding behaviors to navigating HIC testing without a known pedigree.
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Herding Instinct, Genetics, and Breeding Selection: What the Science Tells Us
How herding instinct is inherited, what genetics research tells breeders about selecting for working ability, and why instinct testing has become a serious breeding tool.
Read moreHerding Instinct Testing for Shetland Sheepdogs: What Handlers Need to Know
Breed-specific guidance for testing Shetland Sheepdogs, including how the Sheltie's sensitive nature affects evaluation, what genuine instinct looks like in the breed, and why many fail when instinct is actually present.
Read moreHerding Instinct Testing for Australian Shepherds: A Complete Guide
What to expect when testing an Australian Shepherd's herding instinct, how their versatile working style differs from other breeds, and common evaluation pitfalls for Aussie owners.
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