Mar 12, 2026 | Top Posts, All About LGDs, All About Maremmas, Available Maremmas, Bringing Home Your Maremma, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Maremma Breeding Program, Preparing for Your New LGD |
Your Maremma Match: A New Quiz to Help You Find the Right Age Dog for Your Farm If you’re considering a Maremma Sheepdog or another livestock guardian dog, one of the first questions you’ll face is whether to start with a puppy, an adolescent dog, or an adult...
Feb 12, 2026 | LGD Training, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Prancing Pony Maremmas News, Preparing for Your New LGD |
Last Updated on February 12, 2026 by Kim Crawmer, KPA CTP, LFDM A few weeks ago, I did something I probably should have done years ago: I asked you what you actually need. I sent a survey to our entire email list—over 1,200 people interested in livestock guardian...
Jan 29, 2026 | Top Posts, Available Maremmas, Bringing Home Your Maremma, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Maremma Breeding Program, Prancing Pony Puppy Program, Preparing for Your New LGD |
It’s January. Your farm is quiet. Maybe your ewes or does are pregnant and you’re planning for spring babies. Maybe you’re getting your first livestock in a couple of months. And you’re thinking, “I should probably get a livestock...
Jan 15, 2026 | *Caia, Bringing Home Your Maremma, Client Stories & Testimonials, Karen Pryor Academy, LGD Training, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Maremma Breeding Program, Preparing for Your New LGD, Product Reviews, Puppy Socialization, Starting With LGDs |
Today I’m thrilled to share a guest post from Sarah, one of my incredible puppy clients. Sarah is originally from France and brought her Maremma Sheepdog puppy, Caia, home from Prancing Pony Farm to live an adventurous life in Hawaii. As a first-time dog owner...
Nov 20, 2025 | *How Many LGDS, All About LGDs, Available Maremmas, Bringing Home Your Maremma, Client Stories & Testimonials, Dog Behavior, LGD Myths & Misconceptions, LGD Training, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Maremma Breeding Program, Preparing for Your New LGD, Puppy Care & Training, Starting With LGDs |
Why This Client Got Two Puppies Twice—And Why You Should Too Almost two years ago, Amy made a decision that many people struggle with. She decided to bring home not one, but two Maremma Sheepdog puppies. Then last weekend, she did it again. Let me tell you why...
Nov 6, 2025 | All About Maremmas, Bringing Home Your Maremma, LGD Training, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Maremma Breeding Program, Prancing Pony Puppy Program, Preparing for Your New LGD, Puppy Care & Training, Puppy Socialization Series |
I’ve given your puppy an exceptional start. Now it’s your turn to finish what we’ve begun. Over the past 12 weeks, you’ve followed this litter’s journey from helpless newborns to confident young livestock guardian dogs. You’ve seen...
Oct 26, 2025 | Dog Behavior, Dog Health & Wellness, LGD Training, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Preparing for Your New LGD, Product Reviews |
Why I’m Writing This Toppl Review I recently had a consultation with a livestock guardian dog owner whose dog didn’t want to stay with her turkeys. The dog had lived inside for several months, and transitioning to outdoor livestock guardian work was...
Oct 23, 2025 | All About LGDs, Bringing Home Your Maremma, Dog Behavior, LGD Myths & Misconceptions, LGD Training, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Maremma Breeding Program, Prancing Pony Puppy Program, Preparing for Your New LGD, Problem Solving in Training, Puppy Care & Training, Puppy Socialization, Puppy Socialization Series, Starting With LGDs |
The overlooked element of LGD development that determines whether your dog can safely coexist with farm families. Last week, I received a photo that perfectly illustrated why child socialization isn’t optional for livestock guardian dogs—it’s essential....
Oct 16, 2025 | Dog Health & Wellness, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Maremma Breeding Program, Prancing Pony Puppy Program, Preparing for Your New LGD, Puppy Care & Training, Puppy Socialization Series |
Why proper vaccination and parasite prevention during weeks 6–8 sets the foundation for a lifetime of health. At six weeks old, our current Maremma Sheepdog litter reached a critical milestone in their livestock guardian dog health journey—their first Neo-par...
Oct 9, 2025 | *Caia, All About Maremmas, Bringing Home Your Maremma, Client Stories & Testimonials, Companion Maremmas, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Maremma Breeding Program, Prancing Pony Maremmas News, Prancing Pony Puppy Program, Preparing for Your New LGD, Starting With LGDs |
Six months ago, I got an email that started with: “I know this is crazy, but I live in Hawaii…” Sarah wasn’t wrong—getting a dog to Hawaii is a bit crazy. The quarantine requirements are extensive, the timeline is long, and the process is...
Sep 11, 2025 | All About LGDs, Dog Behavior, LGD Training, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Maremma Breeding Program, Prancing Pony Puppy Program, Preparing for Your New LGD, Puppy Care & Training, Puppy Socialization, Puppy Socialization Series |
In just 84 days, blind, helpless newborns transform into confident young livestock guardian dogs. Here’s the week-by-week science behind this incredible metamorphosis. If you’ve ever wondered how a 2-ounce newborn Maremma Sheepdog puppy becomes a 100-pound...
Sep 4, 2025 | Dog Behavior, LGD Myths & Misconceptions, LGD Training, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Maremma Breeding Program, Prancing Pony Puppy Program, Preparing for Your New LGD, Puppy Care & Training, Puppy Socialization, Puppy Socialization Series, Starting With LGDs |
The difference between a reliable livestock guardian dog and a costly mistake happens in just 84 days. When livestock owners invest in a livestock guardian dog, they’re not just buying a puppy—they’re investing in peace of mind. The ability to sleep...
Jul 31, 2025 | *One Thing, All About LGDs, All About Maremmas, Book Reviews, Bringing Home Your Maremma, Dog Behavior, Family Dog Mediation, Karen Pryor Academy, LGD Myths & Misconceptions, LGD Training, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Prancing Pony Puppy Program, Preparing for Your New LGD, Problem Solving in Training, Product Reviews, Puppy Care & Training, Puppy Socialization, Starting With LGDs, Training Your LGD to Stock |
As a Maremma Sheepdog breeder and trainer with years of experience, I’ve noticed a pattern among Livestock Guardian Dog owners. There’s a crucial step that separates those who struggle with their dogs from those who truly thrive – and surprisingly,...
Jul 10, 2025 | *Pet Insurance, Bringing Home Your Maremma, Dog Health & Wellness, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Maremma Breeding Program, Prancing Pony Puppy Program, Preparing for Your New LGD, Product Reviews, Puppy Care & Training, Starting With LGDs |
Protecting your livestock guardian dog means safeguarding your peace of mind. You’ve done everything right. You researched reputable breeders and invested in health-tested parents. You brought home a beautiful Maremma Sheepdog puppy with a comprehensive health...
Jul 3, 2025 | *Smart Planning, Available Maremmas, Bringing Home Your Maremma, Client Stories & Testimonials, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Maremma Breeding Program, Prancing Pony Puppy Program, Preparing for Your New LGD, Starting With LGDs |
The difference between getting any dog and getting YOUR dog lies in one thing: planning ahead. This week, I watched Noelle load Romeo and Pele into airline crates for their flight home to the Bay Area. These weren’t just any dogs—they were the perfect match for... 
