Sheepdog commands explained

Today me and echo talk through and and demonstrate the commands used in herding to give everyone some more insight or help others to understand herding a little more as you watch

[@emlynn1004]

The best part about watching this fascinating video is how much Echo loves his job. He's really into it and you can tell he likes being an important part of the work.

[@bobrad20]

Can I borrow your dogs to do my taxes next year? They're smarter than my accountant.

[@ChristyKRobinson]

Your dogs fly low! They are in the air more than they touch the ground.

[@michelleagnew2864]

It always amazes me how these dogs are like an extension of the shepherds hands and arms. They’re so efficient. And they love working.

[@ChefMimsy]

And the dog seems SO HAPPY to follow the commands! That's some fine training... and a wonderful dog.

[@amystarke3317]

Watching Echo rolling in the grass says he's not just a working dog, he's a playing dog too!

[@Christina-ge3xr]

I’m amazed by Echo’s speed! He just flies 🪽🪽🪽

[@katschs3965]

Thanks, Sean! I wish all dog owners would understand the importance of being able to stop and recall your dog. Too many people either never train their dogs properly or wait too late to start that training. My friend lost a beautiful black lab who would not come when called and was hit by a car. Proper training is a life essential for your dogs. Head scratches to all the pups and a happy Christmas to you and Stacey.

[@penelope8356]

My favourite command Sean is “that’ll do” 😂

[@timothyjohnson1943]

What gets me is how the sheep seem to know where the dog is without ever looking back.

[@Bruunch]

I love Echo rolling on the grass in the background at

[@susaneadie5392]

Nothing better then watching a dog enjoy life ! These dogs absolutely love "working" beautiful to watch

[@ZBeets720]

What a talented and engaging young man. I cannot believe what those dogs can do. Pure joy all around.

[@donnacbrown83]

Thank you Sean for the lesson on commands. Merry Christmas to you and your family including your precious dogs.

[@kimdahan9417]

I love that I stumbled onto your channel. I have Border Collies and herd with them " part time." I started almost 20 years ago. It is the most difficult thing I have ever done. I love the connection and partnership with my dogs. They have taught me so much. I am still blown away, and left speechless just being constantly amazed and humbled by them. My Kate turns 13 on January 2. The younger one, Cora is almost 4 yo.

[@bodyfusionsmassage7774]

You can tell the dogs love what they do. So fascinating and beautiful to see how Sean works his dogs.

[@sharonlarge7908]

You can tell Echo loves his work!

[@lynfawcett221]

Shear poetry in motion. It is fantastic to see a dog who thoroughly enjoys what it's doing ❤ and is so well trained.

[@sherryseeton6749]

Beautifully responsive dog.❤ I'm so envious of handlers who use that infernal little whistle. It looks so easy, but I wore out my mouth trying to master it and finally admitted defeat. I felt like I was embarrassing my dog with my spluttering and spitting.☹️

[@ashleystearns2486]

I always wondered if the commands were common to all herders. Thanks! I hope you, Stacey and the pups and sheep have a very happy Christmas. 🎄