Black and Tan English Shepherd Bloodline

The Black and Tan English Shepherd is a line of working dogs native to the United States. Considered one of the most versatile of all farm dogs, ESBT can hunt and track wild game, protect persons and property, and manage small, medium, or large livestock.

The English Shepherd is a true working dog that was developed in the United States as a farm dog to help with various tasks. Its ancestry traces back to British herding dogs brought to America by early settlers. Over time, the breed has evolved to be well-suited for the diverse needs of American farms.

Some of the breed’s key characteristics include:

  1. Intelligence: English Shepherds are highly intelligent dogs, making them easy to train and capable of learning a wide range of tasks. This intelligence allows them to assess situations and make decisions independently, which is crucial for effective herding and livestock management.
  2. Adaptability: The breed is known for its adaptability, enabling it to work in various environments and weather conditions. This adaptability is a result of generations of selective breeding to create a dog that can thrive in different settings and perform a variety of tasks.
  3. Strong work ethic: English Shepherds have a strong work ethic and drive, always eager to work and please their handlers. This quality makes them excellent working dogs, as they are dedicated to their tasks and can be relied upon to complete them efficiently.
  4. Herding abilities: Unlike many standardized herding breeds, English Shepherds are able to work with a wide range of livestock, including sheep, cattle, and poultry. This versatility makes them invaluable assets on farms with diverse types of animals.
  5. Guarding instincts: In addition to herding, English Shepherds have natural guarding instincts, making them effective protectors of both livestock and property. They are known to be loyal to their families and can be wary of strangers, which contributes to their role as guardians.
  6. Hunting skills: Although primarily bred for herding and guarding, English Shepherds are also skilled hunters. Their keen sense of smell, agility, and endurance make them useful for tracking and hunting various types of game, from rodents to larger prey.

Overall, the English Shepherd is a versatile and hardworking breed that excels in various tasks on the farm. Their intelligence, adaptability, and strong work ethic make them a valuable asset for farmers and ranchers alike.

Restoring the Old-fashioned Black and Tan English Shepherd

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A strategy for preserving the Old-fashioned Black and Tan English Shepherd If we continue to refer to the black and tan farm dogs of Middle Tennessee simply as black and tans, they will eventually become extinct. It may already be too late. The issue is that by calling them black and tans, a large amount … Read more

The Day I Got Sugar

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Yesterday I visited the home of Mr. Jerry Prater. Jerry keeps horses and purebred black and tan English Shepherds. When we first arrived, his English Shepherd adults were mostly paying attention to Bekkey and me. They were all friendly, the friendliest being Remington. Remy is Jerry’s stud dog. There was lots of petting and tail … Read more

Shepherd’s Rex Blaze

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Black and Tan English Shepherd

Early on, Shepherd’s Rex Blaze was a bit of a hard case.  While at his first stop, an urban home in Alabama, the family’s wife died.  Under the circumstances, her husband felt compelled to re-home Rex.   From there, he landed on the farm of a doctor friend who was ironically named Shepherd. During the period … Read more

Your Faithful Old English Shepherd Will Not Let Your Children Fight

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Stodghill’s Animal Research Foundation ARF- Cowdog Magazine 73rd Edition, page 3 Gentlemen we specialize in the true Black-tan working type English Shepherd, the kind that will go a mile after the cows and on a dairy farm where you milk your cows every day at the same time you will not even have to tell … Read more