Dogs & Sheep hunting

[BromBones]

I had a member here take the time to pm me the other day, telling me that I shouldn't be taking dogs on a sheep hunt - they'll only chase animals, make noise barking all the time, and ruin a hunting trip. Figures they should not be allowed for mountain hunting :)

Here's a couple short video clips with my dog that I edited from some of last years hunts, shows a bit of my dogs behaviour around animals. You can see he's not too interested in chasing them off the mountain ;)

These two rams came strolling up on the ridge while I was laying down catching a nap/glassing.

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad344/ursusarctos/th_stonesheep1.jpg (http://s950.photobucket.com/albums/ad344/ursusarctos/?action=view&current=stonesheep1.mp4)

Another one of some ewes, lambs, and young rams that walked past the tent -

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad344/ursusarctos/th_stonesheep2.jpg (http://s950.photobucket.com/albums/ad344/ursusarctos/?action=view&current=stonesheep2.mp4)

You dont see it in this clip, but these sheep eventually walked right into us. Dog watched 'em for a minute and then went to sleep.

http://i950.photobucket.com/albums/ad344/ursusarctos/th_stonesheep3.jpg (http://s950.photobucket.com/albums/ad344/ursusarctos/?action=view&current=stonesheep3.mp4)

[boxhitch]

It takes all kinds BB. Different dogs for different folks.
A friend had Charlie a yellow lab on about 90 some odd sheep hunts while back pack guiding. Saved his bacon more than once.
I'd have one in a minute, but realize I can't commit the time to do it right.

[Wild Images]

This guy has not seen Sheep Hunting With Mike And Benny put together by 325 WSM
great dvd and the big dog is a star !

[Rock Doctor]

I've done it, and know several others that do. Never had a problem. Make sure you have good "Boots" for the dogs, otherwise they could shred their feet.

RD

[ufishifish2]

Exactly Kirby!
I've taken my dog on many Goat hunts over the years.
A simple hand gesture from me will keep her at my side all day long no matter what the distraction.
I would however rarely agree to take someone elses dog on an important hunt.
Your Lab would be one of the exceptions.

[vip_ruger]

I'm taking mine on his first real sheep hunt been out a few times just to see how hhe reacts to the animals and was really good also bring the wife to help with the dog and make sure nothing goes aray with the dog it's a flyin hunt so it should be fun