Maremma Blog
Five Unknown Benefits of Choosing Adolescent Livestock Guardian Dogs
Why Older Puppies Make Better Livestock Guardians: The Bear & Chief Success Story
Looking for a Livestock Guardian Dog that can start protecting your animals sooner rather than later? Contrary to popular belief, puppies between 6-12 months often make ideal guardians for first-time LGD owners. Bear and Chief, two Prancing Pony Farm Maremmas, were already 9 months old when they joined their 55-acre Texas ranch. Within just one month, these “older puppies” were successfully guarding 300 free-range chickens and cattle without supervision. Their story challenges the common misconception that only very young puppies can properly bond with new owners and livestock. In reality, these more mature guardians offer numerous advantages: they’re past the destructive teething phase, have more developed impulse control, and still form deep, lasting bonds with their new families—all while providing protection much sooner than their younger counterparts.
Keeping Everyone Safe: Dog Bite Prevention and Livestock Guardian Dogs
Learn essential dog bite prevention strategies specifically for Livestock Guardian Dogs during National Dog Bite Prevention Week. Discover how proper socialization, positive reinforcement training, and understanding LGD behavior create safer farm environments for visitors, families, and livestock.
Meet Violet: Compact Maremma Guardian for Versatile Farm Protection
Violet offers powerful protection in a more manageable package. This 8-month-old female Maremma from health-tested parents is ideal for smaller farms needing effective guardians.
Meet Willow: An Exceptionally Mature Maremma Guardian Ready for Your Farm
Discover Willow, a 9-month-old female Maremma with remarkable maturity for her age. From health-tested parents, she requires minimal supervision with livestock after acclimation.
Meet Daisy: A Maremma Guardian with Character and Charm
Daisy combines livestock guardian abilities with an endearing personality. This 8-month-old female Maremma from health-tested parents offers balanced protection and affectionate companionship.
Meet Rose: A Substantial Maremma Guardian with Impressive Potential
Rose offers impressive size potential in a female Maremma livestock guardian dog. This 8-month pup from health-tested parents brings balanced energy and confidence to livestock protection.
Last Chance: Why You Need to Reserve Your Livestock Guardian Dog This Week
Planning Ahead: Why Timing Matters When Adding a Livestock Guardian Dog to Your Farm Unlike bringing home a pet dog - where you might only need a few days off work to help a puppy settle in - adding a Livestock Guardian Dog to your farm requires careful coordination...
Meet Romeo, The Maremma Livestock Guardian Dog with Confidence, Character and Charm
Meet Romeo, a 9-month-old male Maremma with character and confidence. This social guardian from health-tested parents combines effective protection with a personable nature.
Meet Aspen: A Young Maremma Livestock Guardian Ready to Protect Your Farm
Meet Aspen, a 7-month-old male Maremma from health-tested parents. This confident livestock guardian has been raised with goats and is ready to protect your farm investment.
Enter to Win a Free Mini Nubian Wether!
Spring is in the air at Prancing Pony Farm, and with it comes the pitter-patter of tiny hooves! We're thrilled to announce the beginning of our 2025 kidding season and this year; we want to make someone's dream of goat ownership come true in a special way.[rafflepress...
Ready to Join the Family?
The best way to start the process is by filling out our Maremma contact form. Then, we can send you information on available puppies and dogs. You’ll also be able to fill out our puppy application. The application helps us better understand you and your needs so we can match you with the perfect puppy!
