Barb Buchmayer | Urban Herding for City Dogs

Herding Skills for City Dogs "Many herding breed dogs are living lives far from rural areas. These dogs need an outlet for their desire to control livestock. They will find a way to express that need, often in ways that we find annoying or downright dangerous. How can we meet these dogs’ needs when taking them to livestock is not an option? In this presentation, we will explore several games that allow these dogs to use their instincts in productive, fun ways. By tapping into their herding instinct, while we build their self-control, we can give them mental and physical exercise that truly meets their needs. Prey drive is strong in these dogs. Let’s harness it to channel their energy constructively while deepening our mutual bond. ​​​​​​​ I will be talking to you about urban herders. Those dogs with strong herding instinct living in urban, suburban, and rural areas with no access to livestock.”

Biography: ​​​​​​​…