Texas A&M AgriLife Livestock Guardian Dog Program

10/07/2026

Wet Nose Wednesday - 🐾 Healthy Feet Keep LGDs on Patrol 🐾
A livestock guardian dog's feet are its most important tools. Daily movement across pastures, rocky terrain, and rough ground can take a toll.
✅ Check paws regularly for cuts, cracks, and thorns
✅ Trim nails as needed to prevent splitting or injury
✅ Keep bedding areas clean and dry
✅ Watch for limping or excessive licking of the feet
✅ Address injuries before they become infections
Healthy feet help LGDs stay active, comfortable, and ready to protect your livestock.

10/06/2026

Tuesday Training Tip: Fall predator movement increases as prey shifts seasonally.
👉 Your dogs should respond accordingly and be more active.
CTA: Have you seen more predator activity?

10/05/2026

Monday's Man's Best Friend - We hope these start your Monday off with a laugh or chuckle! Feel free to add to our list each week in the comments.

10/04/2026

Sunday Spotlight - It's not too late to register for the Texas LGD Association Field Day! The event is in Waco on October 10th from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Workshops, vendors, and LGD breeders will be on site. They're also raffling off 2 Akbash puppies! Go to their website and register. www.texaslgdassoc.org

10/03/2026

Check out our new website!
https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/asset-local/livestock-guardian-dog/

The old San Angelo website will remain active until the end of the year!

10/02/2026

I know this isn't LGD-related, but I wanted to share it anyway, since I have never seen a system like this that catches and rotates sheep in one unit. I don't know the manufacturer, but if anyone does, please post it in the comments.

10/02/2026

Fun Fact Friday (Dog Treats Edition) - Dogs Taste Sweet Things
a. Although dogs have fewer taste buds than humans (about 1,700 compared to our 8,000–10,000), they can still detect sweetness. This helps explain why many dogs enjoy treats containing fruits like apples, blueberries, or bananas.

10/01/2026

Answers to producer posted questions in October 2026

10/01/2026

Howdy Y'all. We are having a storm in my area, and I may lose internet service or have a poor connection for a live feed. Hopefully, I'll have service for our Q&A Session at 3pm today. If you don't see me live at 3pm, I'll join as soon as I have service or make the post tomorrow.

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10/01/2026

Tooth & Claw Thursday: Dogs and Hogs
LGDs may discourage hogs from entering livestock areas, but direct confrontations can be dangerous. Large boars can injure or kill dogs with their tusks.
LGD Tip: Do not encourage LGDs to fight hogs. Support them with fencing, pasture design, and hog-control strategies.