People often picture large, intimidating breeds trained to protect property when they think of guard dogs. But the best ...

Livestock guardian dogs (LGD) can help to make sure that unwanted predators don’t harm your chicks. For example, LGDs can ward off animals including raccoons, coyotes, and owls. Additionally, LGDs can ...

Not all dogs are cut out for farm life, but some were practically born for it. When it comes to protecting chickens, certain ...

Protective dog breeds are often portrayed in movies as intense, constantly alert, and always ready for action. However, in the real world, living with a natural guardian is a much more nuanced and ...

The use of guardian dogs for livestock protection has a long history—farmers have been using dogs to protect their livestock from predators for thousands of years. The earliest evidence of this dates ...

A new study reveals how Livestock Guardian Dogs change predator behavior in ways that both protect livestock and support conservation efforts. Led by researchers at the University of Tasmania, Zoos ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Farms often have guard dogs to help protect the livestock from ...

Pet owners often think of their dogs as the loving house pets they are today. However, guardian breeds take a different path to our sofas and hearts. "Historically, these dogs weren't bred to be 'pets ...

The homesteading couple behind Gold Shaw Farm showcases the brave livestock guardian dogs that work tirelessly to protect ...

On the last Tuesday of August, a vehicle pulled into Providence Farm in McLeansville, North Carolina. Joy Combs had been expecting these guests—they were from the Carolina Great Pyrenees Rescue (CGPR) ...