| We use our Rotties all the time especially when we are rounding up the cows and calves in the fall. They are indispensible in the mountains in the sagebrush and rocks. They can locate cattle holding up in thick brush that we would just ride by and not notice. They are really good to have on a mean range bull or cow.
I had an Angus bull came out of the brush and charge my horse hitting him in the rib cage. My horse and I tipped over in a dry river bed with the bull trying to finish the job. Thank heavens for my big Rottweiler male, Dakas. He rushed in grabbing this old bull by the nose and started chomping on him. I was sure thankful since me and my horse might have been in a lot more trouble. We managed to get to our feet, wipe off the bull snot and ride out of reach. After a short while, Dakas had that old bull heading for the corral bloody nose and all.
Be sure to keep lots of cool water on hand when you're working your dog. Rottweilers don't do well in the heat especially with a black coat.
I have some copies of the North American Cowdog magazine which is all about herding dogs. I will be happy to share some of the articles if you want to contact me privately.
Have fun and stay COOL!!!  |