Tootsie the Cowdog

It took a long time to get Tootsie potty trained (our daily since we're always gone) so it had taken longer before I could introduce her to the livestock. Not that she hasn't already seen them, but that she was responsible enough now to work with them. How do I put this nicely? She's a natural and she showed Teddy Bear a things or two!

First were the goats. She calmly circled appropriately to guide them into their pen. Keep in mind, Teddy's first time, he kept running around them in circles. Then the donkeys. I told her to "leave them" and she immediately turned away and left them alone. Teddy, well it took him a kick in the face awhile back to finally learn that lesson. Lastly, the cows. This is always my biggest concern as both the cows and pups can easily spook each other if not handled properly. Well, most of the cows were laying down for their afternoon burping session (yes, this is what they do), and I sat down on the ground next to Coorie and after a little hesitation, Tootsie laid down next to me. 

Eventually, the pups will help guide the different animals to different pastures, but this is an excellent start! 

She was completely calm!