Two brilliant border collies herding sheep
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ก.ย. 2024
- Today storm and Echo absolutely amazing border collie sheepdogs work as a team to complete a very important and intense herding operation
These is the first time the young sheep have went this route on the farm and are not sure what is happening
Both dogs have to work hard to get the sheep going in the right direction before a slow walk down the lane topped of with a very intense road crossing
Wow.that was breathtakingly intense and awe-inspiring, those dogs are unbelievable. . Thank you for allowing us to be part of it
Absolutely enthralled with the energy, response, and intelligence of Storm and Echo. Kudos to you, Sean, as the herder and the trainer. Fun to watch. I could not help smiling.
These dogs are extremely knowledgeable. They listen to every command!! So wonderful to watch.
This was a challenging situation, but the intrepid Storm and Echo prevailed. Love watching the three of you working together.
LOVINS BORDERCOLLIES so smart, lovely, fast running, working hard.
It may have been an intense situation but you and your brilliant dogs made it look easy.
Brilliant OWNER for training & teaching those beautiful & precious border collies so many words and sounds.
That was great. Thank you for always praising your good dogs. You are like an orchestra conductor. Nice job!
Conductor? How fitting to express what Sean is doing. I was an orchestra musician whole life but you seldom see a conductor as good as Sean. I was born in Tokyo and now live in Washington. Maybe my next destination is Scotland?! Dream on…
Definitely there was tension this time. I was sitting here in Colorado USA, leaning forward, muscles tight. Urging the dogs on. I’m used to relaxing when watching your shows and going with the flow and rhythm of the dogs’ movement. Even though I knew everything would be fine, I was still tense. It was a brilliant show, and the explanations up front really made it work beautifully. I wouldn’t want that kind of stress all the time though... probably no more than you or the dogs.
Their posture "waiting to go" at the beginning, excellent work moving the sheep, then the satisfied looks on their faces, back on the bike!
Excellent! Loved this! 👏
Hi Sean, great team work. Thanks for sharing.
Brilliant. Watching this with my rescue Border Collie Hughie!
The dogs are amazing and incredibly valuable but I'm always impressed with how you read the flock-- knowing when to press, when to back off, where to send the dogs etc., clearly a great skill. Love your content thanks for sharing.
I love the way you've written that! 'Read the flock' is the new 'read the room'. 😁😁
I love watching the dogs. But also Sean is so talented with his commands. The dogs looking at him intently waiting for his command is so inspiring.
Thank you for sharing.
I was thinking the same thing. Smart dogs are usless without a smart human. Great team!
Merci de partager cette incroyable travail de vos excellent boder. J adore.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ Bravo.
It's absolutely brilliant watching these dogs work. Imagine if you could only use two men for the same job.
Definitely saves time
@@LindaC616 🤣🤣 And who would want to watch THAT?
My grandma's old dog took a nasty cow kick to the head and refused to help with cattle anymore. It was my job to bring the herd in from the pasture and sometimes they didn't want to...it would get very entertaining until one day the dog had had enough at laughing, came streaking by me, moved the cattle towards the gate, then went back to the yard. : D@@ac1646
@@ac1646 it could be a great comedy sketch! 😂😂
@@julieobrien4056 Yes it would! Hadn't thought of that. Monty Python springs to mind 🤣🤣
Wow Echo has really come on! Stormy was always wonderful of course, but Echo has really found his feet 🤗
Echo is becoming an amazing good herding dog! He's gotten to be totally tuned into the livestock and Sean both. Storm is great as always! Awesome team
Props to YOU Sean. Storm and Echo do their manoeuvres under _your_ guidance; you have to do the thinking. It's fascinating that your collies know what to do in a simple setting and can do it by themselves with minimum guidance from you, but this was way more complex. You could tell they were concentrating so hard; anticipating the sheep's (individual sheep and the flock) movements and listening for your commands. Team work at it's finest. ✌✌
Well said.👍🏻
Absolutely amazing! Thank you👍
I love your dogs! I believe I saw Echo a time or two glancing over at his mommy maybe watching her for direction. Stormie is precious and I love watching mom and son together. I was looking for Echo to jump up on the sheep’s backs and run up to the front and find out what the holdup was! “Get a move on sheep! Not the time to stop and chitchat!” Thank you, Sean, and our best to Stacey.
Meanwhile, my dog barks to alert me of the "suspicious school kids" walking to school. 😀 I love him anyway.
My Pembroke Welsh Corgi barks at leaves blowing in the wind! LOL😂
When I saw the first sprint of these dogs, I thought that for my dog that would be enough of running for the day. After that it will sit and soon ask to be taken home :)
@@philipfrancis2728not also butterfly farts? Lol
It almost looks like Storm and Echo appreciate a job that requires more complex thinking. They are always so happy when they finish each herding episode, but this time they seemed particularly proud of themselves! Thank you Sean for creating and sharing these stunning videos of your magnificent dogs, the poetry of their relationship with you, and the splendid backdrop of rugged rural Scotland! Your manner of presentation is that of a masterful teacher. We are learning so much about herding, different breeds of sheep, different breeds of dogs, the natural landscape, history and archeology of your area! As a field archeologist in my younger days I did my share of outdoor work in nasty weather, but will admit I am happy now, to watch you and your brilliant black and white "Most Valuable Players" from inside my warm house in Arkansas, US! I look forward to all of your videos with great anticipation. You go!
Thank you so much
I'm watching too many of your videos. On your final "that'll do" , I sat down!
😂😂😂
Brilliant!!😂😂
Me, too! An involuntary reaction... I must be "well trained." 😂😊
So true.😂
So so so funny
Sean, you almost broke into 'Rawhide' 😁😁
His "whssht!" *does* sound like the Rawhide whip! 😅
I was waiting for a "yee hah".🤠
Yes Blues Brothers vibe guys 😆
If only we could all be so joyous getting our daily work done. Kudos to Sean, Awesome dogs, and the final necessary ingredient, the sheep.❤😊
Wow! Anyone who ever thinks anything negative about farmers should watch this. Farmers have to be good at so many things! Not to mention keeping their cool and handling so many animals at once. That was wonderful. Really enjoyed watching those two lovely dogs.
Sean,
Hello again from Kentucky! What a fantastic video (and by the other comments, they think so too)! I truly enjoy watching you, Storm and Echo working so well together. I especially like when the dogs anticipate your command and, of course, when they look back to you for reassurance.
Thanks for bringing us along for the ride. 🐑🐑🐑
A thing of pure beauty and happiness. All border collies should have sheep to herd. This was a tricky path. But the collaboration of the dogs plus the skill keeping the road blocked to traffic made for an exciting finish. Loved watching.
Wow, I’m a random American looking for great content, I’m so impressed. Love watching these dogs, due props.
Great video! Thanks for the explanation of what we were about to see-very helpful. The dogs and you are amazing. Yes, that was very tense in a couple of places. Cannot imagine how stressful it must be to herd livestock across a roadway. Good job all!
Got my adrenaline going! What a challenge! Storm and Echo are working SO well together. Between your masterful direction and their own instincts, this was incredible to watch! What a team. ❤
Thank you
I love the partnership of man and woman with their dogs. I watch with admiration and gratitude! Be well!
Brilliant work by Echo and Storm, they follow your commands so well !
Such a joy to watch them herding and returning to the bike, with big smiles on their faces.
Another great Sunday night watch on the big screen here in Brisbane Australia. 🇦🇺
Thank you for sharing !
Thanks
That was absolutely amazing video - Possibly my favourite video so far ❤ - I really felt like i was part of team and thank you for the extra explanations about the situation and context!! 🙏💚💚
They both did an amazing job, especially on that turn, amalways amazed they dont get etepped on when they go 'into' the herd like that 😮💚
Well put. This was a GREAT video. 🙂⭐️💜
Brilliant. Brought back memories of 2022 when I went to visit my family in North Wales, watching the farmer and his dogs herding the sheep was absolutely amazing, especially for a city person.😊
Thank you
So intense getting those sheep from the field down that path! Both dogs worked hard and clearly love their jobs based upon their smiles jumping on your bike. Great job, Sean with this video's narration. Best to Stacey.
Only one blacksheep? This definitely shows the skills required to keep the 'sheep blob' moving along....bravo! ❤
So often Storm would anticipate the commands by just a second. The whole video was amazing.
This video is an example of training, experience and respect man, dog and sheep have for each other.
Great to watch Storm and Echo are heroes and your no so bad yourself Sean.
Scottish by chance? 🙂
First minute or so, looks like the dogs have become sheep magnets!
You’ve got two brilliant dogs that are 100% dedicated to their job❗️🤗😊🥰
Beautiful how you all work together.
Big hugs for the Storm and Echo 🥰🐾
I forgot to mention … how much control the two of them had over a fairly large flock! It’s amazing and with the weather being bad it was nasty for you but the dogs didn’t notice. The speed they cover such large areas is mind blowing and those were chubby sheep too 😃 Simply put, impeccably trained dogs who obey every command, you can’t do the job efficiently without them. Well done 👏👏👏
Simply marvelous! Especially the end when the two dogs are on your ATV, they are SO happy and thrilled. They know they did a good job and that you’re pleased with them, that’s all they live for. A dog doesn’t ask for anything else. 💕🥰💕🥰💕
What an exciting episode. You, Storm and Echo did an excellent job. I've never seen a move across a road go more swiftly and more cleanly. Good job!. ❤❤❤
Loved it💜💜💜 storm is so on top of those sheep. She never stopped watching even anticipated your commands, shes a keeper! 💜💜💜💜 ecco is very eager hes my pick , he wants to please you so bad 💜💜💜💜
Bitter sweet for me cuz I had an Australian shepherd named Storm, for 15 years. She passed from cancer. Looked like your Storm but had a docked tail.
How I wish God would give beloved dogs and pets longer lives.
That's my prayer too. All the best to you.
Amazing the dogs only use their presence to make the sheep move in the direction they want them to go. You never hear not even one bark . They did a fantastical job all in silence. ❤
I love watching the dogs' instant reaction to your commands. They are phenomenal!
I wish I had a life like yours ❤🥺
That was fantastic. Both yourself & Echo & Storm did really well……& the dogs knew it . They looked so pleased at the end there they seemed to congratulate one another ❤
Awww. They were so chuffed at the end! What a dynamic duo these two are. They did brilliantly.
I love it those dogs are so smart and they’re so willing to please and make you happy that it makes them happy. They’re the smartest dogs in the world no doubt.
I grew up on a family farm in Virginia, US with a small herd of cattle. I love seeing this. Thank you so much for sharing. It is easy to get hurt working a farm. Be careful.
It looks like sometimes the dogs know what to do before you tell them. Beautiful, intelligent and very fast breed of dogs. Love these videos, you make a hard job look relatively easy. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍👍👍💜💙❤️
the final moment, their happiness of job accomplished was so beautiful i wanted to hug them so hard, they are so happy, you are a great owner and a good man, im 100% sure of that, an honest person and a man of your word, keep going and make your life wonderful and happy besides the woman you love. much love from Portugal -Azores
Amazing how they work closely not just with you but with each other - they can't talk to each other but they don't need to! What a trio you all are. If only the sheep could appreciate how much you do for them😄
Intense! Echo has become a great listener. Storm anticipates and listens. She reminds me of Kate now. 😅
I do love watching them work for you.
There's nothing like a Border Collie!❤
Thank you
Tears in my eyes here. I have a border collie mix. Your dogs make me appreciate her even more. At the moment, she just herds me, my coonhound, and some cats. 🙂
Awesome!! I did not know this is something I need to understand but I do!! Thanks so much Sean for showing us your world and these wonderful animals ❣️ Yes, it is intense and the dogs are doing a great job🏴🥰
Glad it was helpful!
Oh my gosh, that WAS intense, I was on the edge of my seat worrying, great work! I had nothing to worry about because you are so great at your job as are Echo and Storm. Earlier in the video when the sheep were heading down that curve in the path was also intense and incredible. The farmer who hired you is very lucky.
I'm new to these and now completely obsessed. I think my favourite part is at the very beginning where you see the two dogs completely tensed up, and then Sean says, "Away," and they're off like the proverbial bats out of hell. Amazing dogs and so intelligent. You can tell they love what they do.
Wow! Amazing job these two pups can do! This was a difficult one. They are great!
Thanks for showing us how problematic it can be when the sheep in the front stops moving.
Impressive and very intense. Your collies are very well trained.
Amazing to see the dogs work, job well done! I live in the US and we have no sheep in my area. I grew up with horses and I have always had dogs but they were only pets, never had working dogs. I am amazed and fascinated each and every time I watch them work! Storm and Echo are well trained and so in tune with you and you are in tune with them 🤯 it’s just amazing! I love your videos, thank you for sharing with us!
They work SO hard and love their jobs so much!! Getting them across the street looked so easy!! ❤❤❤
After moving the sheep into the last field, the dog closest to you kept looking back at you for approval. Your dogs are amazing and obviously have full confidence in you.
Bloody marvellous how the three of you controlled an apparently challenging move! So impressive how Storm and Echo watch each other while working. I love these videos, thanks a heap for demonstrating how herding is really done, and for doing it so well.
So impressive! Both dogs were amazing, and it’s so cool to see their love of herding and work!
I think it's so cool that you're sharing these videos. I didn't know border collies did so much work and I had no idea how complex herding is, it's really enjoyable to watch these dogs in action.
Absolutely brilliant! 😮 The respect and trust between you, Echo and Stormy is evident in your videos and it is awe inspiring!! I Loved every moment of this video, it was wonderful to see a difficult situation handled so beautifully. ❤ Great job all three of you!!❤ Hello from BC Canada!
A privilege to watch two beautiful well trained dogs at work, clearly loving all they do. Love your video's they are always worth watching. Thank you, Sean.
Echo and Storm are such good dogs! That was a big job for them, and they listened so well. Love them! You’re just wonderful with your dogs.
It appears at the very end they looked very happy with themselves and that they did a good job!! ❤❤
Wonderful job! It was tricky and the dogs listened and handled it beautifully.❤
Absolutely beautifully done!! The help you give with the commands adds to the unfolding drama. Great job. Storm and Echo worked beautifully together.❤
The dogs did a great job. I noticed Echo checking back with you towards the end after crossing the road. Storm was so happy to have done a good job. It’s a salute to your brilliant training the way the dogs handled those sheep. 😀
Almost like watching a dance! The way you work together is a real treat to watch. The only thing better would to be able to be there in person to get the full experience. Love watching you and your pups working. 🐾❣️🐾
Intense, for sure! The dogs follow your commands really well. Your voice is firm but not harsh, and you're quick to praise them. Bless you for that! Excellent job in putting this video together. Love the kiss that Storm gave Echo at the end! 💕
It just is amazing the teamwork between Sean and his beautiful partners! Very intense and really shows how a good shepherd controls the flocks and the dogs, as well as preparing the route along the way. Great Job Sean!!
I live in the US and I have a tiny apartment so I have bulldogs because they are suited for sofa life. It's really neat to see border collies doing what they are meant to do.
You have done such an amazing job with your dogs. I could watch them work all day.
That was amazing! Storm and Echo worked so well together to move those sheep. You’ve done a great job with them, Sean. Please keep the videos coming. 😊
That was INCREDIBLE 🙌🙌🙌 Both Echo and Storm were outstanding 👏 👌
Thanks a ton!
@@seanthesheepman5845 they're a huge credit to you, and Kate of course 👏 👍
The dedication and hard work you put into showcasing your amazing animals is truly admirable. Your efforts as a diligent farmer are inspiring, and the bond you share with your animals is wonderful. Those two dogs are simply astounding.
This was so great to watch. It was like a symphony with Storm and Echo being the conductors and the sheep following their commands..... Also love views of the Scottish hillside, so pretty.
Wonderful job and breathtakingly beautiful teamwork. I see the dogs anticipate the next moves, but they are so responsive. I love to watch them work with you. Thank you for sharing! ❤️
Pretty intense, but what a great team! Great job Storm and Echo, and thank you, Sean, for sharing!
watching these videos actually makes me emotional.
In fields where green meets sky so blue,
A herding dog, a life he knew.
Cheap his cost, but not his soul,
Each day a test, to reach a goal.
His bark is sharp, his eyes so keen,
He herds the flock through meadows green.
With every leap and every bound,
He keeps the sheep safe and sound.
Breath taking, yes, the dogs are obviously top-notch amazing, my absolute favorite breed, but it's Sean who trained them to react to his minimal commands. The perfect pairing❤🐕👏👏👏
I was pretty tense ..............what a great job to all of you.............
Thanks a ton
That was epic! When the sheep were jammed up in that narrow path I was sure that they wouldn’t move - but the dogs pressured them through. Good that the bull was occupied with more important matters. Thanks for filming this, Sean!
It amazing! You see nothing but wide open spaces then 2 little dogs. Those dogs ran away. Keep watching and you see a heard of sheep running down the hill into another pasture. Then 2 little dogs coming behind.
Brilliant! They are great. Echo was working hard! Storm assess the;situation. They moved on your commands. Loved it!
It's YOU who trained those dogs, right Sean? The skill set it takes to teach a dog how to be a reliable herding animal must not be underestimated. When you speak of the brilliance of these border collies, you must also give honorable mention to the teacher. Kudos to you for your hard work and success. Your dogs are truly magnificent.
There is nothing so rewarding as having well trained dogs. The dogs so appreciate their people being able to effectively communicate with them so they understand what is expected of them and they naturally want to please. It gives both the people and their dogs such mutual joy.
Wow! Thanks for sharing this. I just love the team work, those amazing dogs and you. Cheers from Canada!
I never get tired of watching the the dogs work & how much they LOVE to do it. SO-O SMART ! I had a beloved border collie years ago (no sheep) named "Rebel" & he was the smartest dog imaginable. Idk how but most of the time he actually could tell what you were saying. He would easily learn tricks & loved to play ball more than anything. One time we moved to a home with a chain link fence around the backyard & it was much needed bc it was by a busy 4 lane road. After us living there awhile Rebel started getting out of the yard & we couldn't figure out how. He wasnt climbing it, there were no holes, or places he was getting under & we just couldnt figure it out. Then one day when in the back room of the house I heard the gate latch clink outside. I went out & there was Rebel, out of the fence & looking guilty as heck. He had learned how to open that gate ! We couldn't tell bc it would always close behind him & clink when it fastened. Things like this were always happening with this dog bc he was so intelligent & would think independently on how to accomplish what he wanted. Ive never had a dog like that before him or since & its been many years now. He developed kidney trouble at 10 yrs old
& I lost him when I was pregnant with my son. I loved him so much & I know we'll meet again in Heaven.
Show your babies extra love, (I know you do) we dont have them for very long. ♥️☘️🐑🐕♥️☘️🐑🐕♥️
It is so fun to watch you work the sheep. Your dogs are amazing! 😊❤
Sean!!! I don’t have the exact words to describe the amazing team that you and your dogs have built! But something is for sure, I totally loved the coordination and the way that y'all are conected!! congratulations!! and god blees you all!!
Most exciting episode yet Sean! You three make an incredible team. Sean is the General, Storm and Echo the trusted Captains. The sheep are the civilians being led to safety. What a wonderful symbiosis you have with them all. Cheers 🥂
Each video I am blown away by the teamwork between you and your dogs! I’m literally holding my breath during the intense moments. Thank you for sharing your amazing talent with us! Looking forward to more excellent Sean, Kate, Storm and Echo educational videos ❤ 🇨🇦🐾🐑🐏🐂
What more can I say, these dogs, Storm and Echo, are magnificent,. You treat your dogs well and they love you for it.
Great job everyone! Can't imagine how you'd do that without Echo and Storm..they were spot on!
Wow. Those dogs are so intelligent & so willing to work! But watching this exercise showed me that in the end, they are a kind of tool to help you do your job. I wouldn’t have had the faintest idea what to tell the dogs to do to get the sheep where I wanted them to go, smart dogs or not! Job well done, Sean. 👏👏😄