The Miniature American Shepherd: Life with a Working Breed
When we head out, Monte usually gets a second look. People are often curious about him and wonder what breed he is. Miniature American Shepherds are still relatively uncommon here…
The Jolly Egg: Is It The Better Herding Choice?
Battle-Tested: JOLLY EGG Monte’s Verdict 🐾: [FAIR ENOUGH] All in all, it is a fair enough toy, but it comes with some notable caveats. How We Got Here: From CollieBall…
Indoor Enrichment: Managing the “Constant Thinker” on Rest Days
How to channel high-drive energy when the park isn’t an option. For a dog like Monte, physical exercise is only half the battle. As a “Constant Thinker,” his battery isn’t…
Dog Talking Buttons: Beyond the “Party Trick”
Leveraging communication buttons for functional autonomy. For me, the introduction of dog talking buttons wasn’t about teaching Monte another “party trick.” Instead, I wanted to leverage his intelligence for something…
The CollieBall (Original Herding Ball): The Instinct Satisfier
Battle-Tested: COLLIEBALL Monte’s Verdict 🐾: From “[THE CUT]” to “FAIR ENOUGH” When looking at other CollieBall reviews, I noticed a lot of people skipped the day-to-day logistics. While it is…
Monte – Life with a Mini American Shepherd
If you have ever shared your home with a Shepherd, you know “quiet time” is something you earn, not something you are given. Monte is a Mini American Shepherd, and…
