Herding Group

The Herding Group, created in 1983, is the newest AKC classification; its members were formerly members of the Working Group. All breeds share the fabulous ability to control the movement of other animals. A remarkable example is the low-set Corgi, perhaps one foot tall at the shoulders, that can drive a herd of cows many times its size to pasture by leaping and nipping at their heels. The vast majority of Herding dogs, as household pets, never cross paths with a farm animal. Nevertheless, pure instinct prompts many of these dogs to gently herd their owners, especially the children of the family. In general, these intelligent dogs make excellent companions and respond beautifully to training exercises.

Picture 7. List of Herding Group Dog.
Source from 2011 American Kennel Club® (www.akc.org)

ROCKY

Rocky the German Shepherd Dog. He is one of the herding group dog that recognized by American Kennel Club (AKC) since 1908 (AKC, 2011). Beside that, German Shepherd Dog also a large breed dog that famous for police, guard and military dog. (AKC, 2011). According to Knobel, It also trained to track narcotics and sniff out explosive (Tan, 2010). Rocky consider as an eldest brother in the kennel with his fierce, strong and muscular body shape. Eventhough Rocky is a fierce dog, he also a loyal and friendly dog.









Toy Group
Hound Group
Working Group
Terrier Group
Sporting Group
Non-Sporting Group
Herding Group
Mixed Group