Working Trait Evaluation

Dog's name: Pagan Acres First Dude (aka "Dude")
<Pedigree: in ESCR database>
Owned by: Tedra Parker

Background:
Dude is a sable/ white, intact male, born in August 2006 and evaluated at 3 1/2 years of age. He has worked goats, ducks and other poultry both in familiar settings and at clinics.

Dude is willing to work anything his owner asks -- cattle, goats, poultry. He is very tuned into his owner's moods and works to keep her world in order! He is exceptionally intelligent and will think for himself when figuring out a job. At times, he can be a little hard to call off a job when working livestock -- ever diligent! -- but he takes corrections to heart and is a sensitive dog.

Summary of Dude's Working Traits:

Keenness/ Drive -- works readily when needed
Style -- driving
Power -- livestock generally respect Dude

Stock Ethic -- maintains control appropriately, without causing undue stress
Work Ethic -- stays with the job, maintains focus; will work independently when needed

Biddability -- somewhat responsive to guidance and control
Approach -- close
"Eye" -- medium (fairly intense concentration, but upright and free-moving)
Bark -- force barks to move stubborn stock
Bite -- bites as needed, generally nose or tail

Orientation -- devoted to owner but also strongly oriented towards livestock
Territoriality -- respects boundaries, stays at home
Patrol -- patrols regularly but not constantly
Warning -- barks to warn of unusual situations
Defense of property -- staunchly defends owner's property
Defense of people -- diligently protects his owner
Tracking ability -- not particularly scent-oriented
Predators -- always drives off predators
Attitude towards newborns -- appropriately gentle with newborns
Pest control -- routinely hunts rodents

Structure and Movement:

Dude has an average build with a natural bobtail (2") and correct scissors bite. His movement is efficient, with average jumping ability and exceptional speed and agility. His coat is of good quality, requiring little maintenance.

Temperament:

Dude is reserved and fairly aloof with strangers, maintaining a watchful and alert presence. He is extremely devoted and affectionate with family. He is even-tempered, moderately active, and occasionally hard-headed -- but always adoring of his owner.