Dogs That Work

Dogs That Work
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Dogs That Work

Purpose-Driven Paws: From Fair Isle Sheep to Afghanistan Service

In life expectancy, a single day for humans corresponds to a week for dogs. Maybe they know this. And maybe that's why they make every day count.
— Ed Reif

Purpose Driven Dogs - Mush!

While many dogs are simply man's best friend, other dogs have additional serious jobs. Working dogs generally have natural instincts that are carefully honed with intensive training to perform a specific task. The AKC and dog breed organizations categorize certain breeds into a "working group" of herding, tracking and guarding.

That includes our lovely Scottish Terrier, a farm dog, who can herd cattle and here on Fair Isle is having her internship in tracking sheep. Call it OJT - On The Job Training!

πŸ• The Working Dog Legacy

Many canine jobs besides those born for herding include Service Dogs, Police Dogs, Military Dogs, Detection Dogs, Search and Rescue Dogs, Bird Dogs, Tracking Dogs, Sight Dogs, and Herd Dogs. We love our dogs!

Glen the Working Dog

Meet Glen

Glen, Skyelark's boyfriend, looks after the herd with professional dedication and natural herding instincts.

Sheep Herding in Action

Herding Heritage

Traditional sheep herding on Fair Isle showcases centuries-old working dog techniques passed down through generations.

Deputy Dog Skyelark

Deputy Dog

Skyelark's internship continues as she learns the ancient art of sheep management on Britain's most remote island.

Fair Isle Working Dogs

Island Training

Every day brings new lessons in the timeless partnership between working dogs and their human companions.

πŸŽ–️ War Paws: Service Dogs in Action

From the remote sheep fields of Fair Isle to the forward operating bases of Afghanistan, working dogs demonstrate unwavering loyalty and purpose. Leadership is an important thing in so many situations, and these military working dogs exemplify the ultimate partnership between human and canine.

Watch: Ed With His Afghan Shepherd Flock

Experience the incredible bond between soldiers and their working dogs in Afghanistan's challenging terrain.

🏝️ The Secret Lives of Fair Isle Dogs

Discover the hidden world of working dogs on Britain's most remote inhabited island

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