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The Belgian Tervuren originated in the town of Tervuren, Belgium, in the late 19th century. It traces its ancestry to certain Belgian Sheepdogs, which, unlike their litter mates, carried distinctive long coats of a blackened fawn color.

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the 7 best herding dog breeds

There are many reasons why dog owners might want a herding breed. They might have a herding job for them, or they simply want to get a highly trainable, intelligent dog breed that makes an energetic pet. Plus, if you are interested in competing in herding trials, one of these dog breeds will make a fantastic competitor.

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Border Collies are the workaholics of the dog world. Well-known for their intelligence, these dogs excel at herding. Their gaze alone can control sheep, and when paired with their boundless energy, it makes for an impressive sight. Border Collies are so good at their jobs that they can often herd sheep using sheer willpower. Farmers rely heavily on these dogs. And consider them one of the best farm dog breeds.

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a herd of sheep walking across a dry grass covered field next to a brown and white dog

Herding dogs, as you might have guessed, were bred to herd animals. But they also make exceptional family members and friends. Let's talk about why you might want a herding dog around and a few reasons not to.

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Herding Trials are a sport for dogs that have the herding instinct. This includes most dogs in the herding groups, like collies and shepherds, because it comes with their breed. But some dogs from non-herding breeds, or mixes, also display an instinct for herding. https://www.farmersmarketonline.com/good-dog-sports/herding-is-an-instinct

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