sheep herding

Sheep herding involves guiding and managing groups of sheep to desired locations using trained dogs, humans, or tools. Herding dogs, such as Border Collies, are highly intelligent and responsive, working closely with handlers to move sheep efficiently while maintaining safety. The process includes calming, directing, and controlling the flock, often through commands and body language. Herding is used on farms to gather, shift, or separate sheep for grazing, health checks, or shearing. It requires understanding sheep behavior, effective communication, and skillful use of herding animals, making it both a practical and skilled activity integral to sheep farming.