April 9th, 2025

Before We Work Sheep…

As many of you know, I got a puppy in 2024. Emma is working-bred, out of Kathy Knox’s Seth and Christy Thomas’ Kit. Her pedigree is all sheepdogs—some big names, some small—but I don’t pretend to know much about that side of things.

What I do know is that I love the way Seth works sheep. He’s got feel, drive, and a work ethic that I admire every time I watch him run. That’s why I picked this litter.

Emma has been everything I hoped for and then some. I often feel like I’m not doing right by her—but I’m trying.

Before we worked sheep, she spent time on a long line, walking through gates and past fields, learning that I was still important, no matter where we were.

She knew “lie down,” “that’ll do,” “get back,” and my correction word. That was it. And it was enough. She’s much quicker than Bella, so I had to adapt quickly, too.

We’re figuring it out together. One day at a time. Start with the basics, and the rest tends to fall into place.

Happy Training.

Addi and The Girls