Last Updated on June 10, 2026 by Kim Crawmer, KPA CTP, LFDM
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Sarahs Dog Training Journey: From First-Time Maremma Owner to Confident Trainer
First-time Maremma owner Sarah shares her honest journey through popular dog training methods—from Susan Garrett's...
Puppy Socialization for Maremma Sheepdogs: Why Human Interaction Builds Better Working LGDs
One of the most damaging myths in the livestock guardian dog world is that human...
Livestock Integration for Maremma Sheepdog Puppies: From Observation to Interaction
At 5 weeks old, LGD puppies reach a critical milestone: full-time livestock integration. Discover how...
Livestock Guardian Dog Socialization: Meet Genevieve, the Maremma Mentor Who Perfects Every Puppys Education
At 9 years old, Genevieve has perfected nearly a decade of puppies through patience, love...
I Was Interviewed about Maremma Sheepdogs on The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast!
I had the honor of being featured on The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast! In this...
How to Successfully Train Your New Maremma Sheepdog
Bringing home a new livestock guardian dog? Learn how to set your LGD up for...
How to Safely Acclimate Young Maremma Sheepdogs with New Livestock
Ensuring harmony between livestock and Livestock Guardian Dogs is essential for the safety and well-being...
How Many Livestock Guardian Dogs do I Need on My Farm?
Not sure how many livestock guardian dogs your farm really needs? Learn how factors like...
From Helpless to Hero: The Remarkable Journey of Maremma Sheepdog Puppy Development
Watch a livestock guardian dog puppy’s incredible transformation from a helpless newborn to a confident...
How Many Livestock Guardian Dogs do I Need on My Farm?
Not sure how many livestock guardian dogs your farm really needs? Learn how factors like predator pressure, terrain, livestock type,...
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I Was Interviewed about Maremma Sheepdogs on The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast!
I had the honor of being featured on The Honest Dog Breeder Podcast! In this episode, I shared insights about...
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Understanding Calming Signals in Maremma Sheepdogs and Product Review of On Talking Terms with Dogs: Calming Signals book by Turid Rugaas
Learn how to recognize and respond to your livestock guardian dog’s calming signals — the subtle body language dogs use...
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How to Safely Acclimate Young Maremma Sheepdogs with New Livestock
Ensuring harmony between livestock and Livestock Guardian Dogs is essential for the safety and well-being of all animals involved, and...
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