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Although
he is quite biddable to his superiors, Arlo also shows a
lot guardian nature and rules
orientation.
He commands the respect of the
goats that he lives with. He is alert to escapees and returns them to their proper pen.
He grips appropriately to enforce rules. Arlo loves the babies and the mothers generally
allow him to lick and nuzzle them. Arlo is very
protective of those he loves.
He barks at
strangers and prevents them from coming into the yard, but
stands down and is friendly once his owners appear on the scene.
This is a really nice "classic" farmdog who
rates his stock really well. I think in only having livestock
around for three months, the herding style the dog is using now
could very likely change over time and as the dog garners more
experience.. .but the instincts are spot on!
-Judy Bates
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