Which breeds herd sheep?

• A. Border collies
• B. Old English Sheepdog
• C. Spanish Water Dog
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

Herding dogs are bred to manage livestock like sheep, using instinctive behaviors to move and control a flock. Each of these breeds has a history of working with sheep: the border collie is renowned for intense, precise herding work and quick responsiveness to handlers; the Old English Sheepdog has a long tradition of driving and guarding livestock; the Spanish Water Dog is a versatile herding dog from Spain, historically used to move sheep and other livestock. Because all three have sheep-herding backgrounds, the best choice is all of the above.