“…He was a great dog of the old style, calm, eager to work but happy to lie on the front step between times.”
Welcome to Shepherd’s Way
English Shepherds are “old style” dogs in the tradition of the working farm collies that were once a familiar part of the American landscape. Our goal is to share information on these dogs and contribute to their future through a breeding program grounded in science and respecting tradition.
About Us
Shepherd’s Way grew out of my love for our first English Shepherd, Dover, who joined our family in 1994.
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Breeding Program
I select for dogs capable of living long healthy lives as family companions and working partners in a variety of settings.
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Meet Our Dogs
I am now breeding from the 5th generation of my line as I strive to maintain Dover’s legacy.
Meet Belle, Howie, Shire and Tali…
Welcome to Shepherd’s Way
English Shepherds are “old style” dogs in the tradition of the working farm collies that were once a familiar part of the American landscape.
Our goal is to share information on these dogs and contribute to their future through a breeding program grounded in science and respecting tradition.
Breeding Program
I select for dogs capable of living long healthy lives as family companions and working partners in a variety of settings.
Learn more…
Meet Our Dogs
Meet Belle, Howie, Shire & Tali…
About Us
Shepherd’s Way grew out of my love for our first English Shepherd, Dover, who joined our family in 1994.
Read more…
Litter Announcement
Summer 2021
Litter planned between Peaslee’s Elanor Proudfoot (“Shire”) and Snowy River’s Noble Oak (“Shelby”)…
The English Shepherd
In 1937, Leon Whitney wrote, “…known variously as the farm shepherd, the barnyard collie, the old fashioned shepherd, the cow dog, the English Shepherd and by other colloquial names… I doubt there is a more alert, trustworthy, or American dog.”
Stories & Photos
Archive documenting breed history and character
Health & Genetics
Information about breed health & genetics
Herding & Other Jobs
Types of work that suit English Shepherds
