Oct 16, 2025 | Dog Health, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Maremma Breeding, Maremma Breeding Program, Prancing Pony Puppy Program, Puppy Care, 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...
Sep 18, 2025 | Dog Health, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Maremma Breeding, Maremma Breeding Program, Prancing Pony Puppy Program, Puppy Care, Puppy Socialization Series |
Most breeders focus on genetics. We’ve engineered an entire system that turns great genetics into exceptional livestock guardian dogs. When livestock owners ask me what makes Prancing Pony Farm puppies different, they expect me to talk about bloodlines, health...
Sep 8, 2025 | *Puppy Vaccination, Dog Health, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Maremma Breeding, Maremma Breeding Program, Prancing Pony Puppy Program, Puppy Care |
As a livestock owner, you understand the devastating impact of losing animals you’ve invested your heart, time, and resources into. When it comes to protecting your new Maremma Sheepdog puppy—your future livestock guardian—making informed decisions about...
Aug 5, 2025 | Book Reviews, Dog Grooming, Dog Health, Dog Training, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Product Reviews, Puppy Care |
A Game-Changer for Dog Grooming and Care As someone who began grooming dogs at age 14 and has spent decades working with animals, I can honestly say that Terrie Hayward, Jay Andors, and Anne Francis’s “Grooming Without Stress” represents a...
Aug 2, 2025 | Dog Grooming, Dog Health, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Product Reviews, Puppy Care |
When I first started breeding Maremma Sheepdogs years ago, I quickly realized that new livestock guardian dog owners faced a unique challenge: how do you properly groom a 100+ pound working dog with a thick double coat who’s designed to be independent and...
Jul 31, 2025 | *One Thing, Dog Behavior, Dog Health, Dog Safety, Dog Training, Family Dog Mediation, Karen Pryor Academy, LEGS Applied Ethology, Livestock Guardian Dogs |
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, Dog Health, Dog Safety, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Maremma Breeding, Maremma Breeding Program, Product Reviews |
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...
Nov 26, 2024 | Dog Health, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Product Reviews |
🦃🐾 Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Livestock Guardian Dogs 🐾🦃 Thanksgiving is a season of joy, gratitude, and indulgent feasting. It’s a time when we gather with family and friends to celebrate the abundance of life. But while you’re enjoying pumpkin pie and...
Nov 22, 2024 | *Puppy Parasite Control, Dog Health, Livestock Guardian Dogs, Maremma Breeding, Maremma Breeding Program, Prancing Pony Puppy Program, Puppy Care |
Why Parasite Prevention Is Critical for Your Livestock Guardian Dog Puppy As a livestock owner investing in a livestock guardian dog, you understand that losing animals to predators is devastating. But what many people don’t realize is that parasites pose an...