Five Maremma Sheepdogs Placed in One Week — What Real LGD Success Looks Like

Five Maremma Sheepdogs Placed in One Week — What Real LGD Success Looks Like

Last Updated on April 7, 2026 by Kim Crawmer, KPA CTP, LFDM Quick Take:Five Maremma Sheepdogs placed in one week — including a client who almost bought elsewhere, a cross-country transport success, and proof of what properly raised LGDs actually look like in real...
Prancing Pony Farm 2025: Honoring Olaf’s Legacy Through Loss, Growth & Professional Achievement

Prancing Pony Farm 2025: Honoring Olaf’s Legacy Through Loss, Growth & Professional Achievement

As 2025 comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on twelve months that brought deep loss as a breeder, my most significant professional achievement, and countless affirmations of why this work matters so profoundly. March: Saying Goodbye to the Dog Who Started It...
Livestock Guardian Dog Socialization: Meet Genevieve, the Maremma Mentor Who Perfects Every Puppy’s Education

Livestock Guardian Dog Socialization: Meet Genevieve, the Maremma Mentor Who Perfects Every Puppy’s Education

The Mentor Dog Who Shapes Every Puppy’s Journey At our farm, there’s a dog whose contribution to my breeding program is so valuable that I consider her role second only to the mother dogs themselves. Meet Genevieve—or as we call her, “Auntie Genny.”...
Child Socialization for Maremma Sheepdogs: Why It’s Crucial for Family Farms

Child Socialization for Maremma Sheepdogs: Why It’s Crucial for Family Farms

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....
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