Risemoor Sheepdogs

08/05/2025

What a beauty 🦉🦉

Spotted Eagle Owl, we have loads of breeding pairs of them. Absolutely stunning creatures.

27/04/2025

Does it make anyone else sad to think how much history, tradition and culture we have lost in the last 100 years?

The gulf between city and rural life grows bigger every year..

Ninety-two years ago today, on the morning of 13th April 1931, London witnessed an unusual yet charming scene as a herd of 600 sheep was herded from Hyde Park to Green Park at the break of dawn. It was six o’clock in the morning when the drive began, capturing a moment that feels almost otherworldly today. The image, taken by Fox Photos, shows the sheep in mid-migration, a nod to a bygone era when livestock movements were part of the city's daily rhythm.

The photo offers more than just pastoral nostalgia—it also reveals a bit of chaos at the front of the herd. Some of the sheep appear to have broken ranks, adding a lively sense of motion and unpredictability to the scene. It’s a moment where the tranquility of early morning London is offset by a surge of hooves and wool, making the image all the more memorable.

Today, such a sight would be unthinkable in central London, but in 1931, it was a practical reality. The photo serves as a time capsule, capturing not just the event but the spirit of a slower, more agrarian-tinged chapter in the city's history—one where the capital still made room for the rhythms of rural life in its royal parks.

22/04/2025

Team beak overseeing the herders walking the troupeu to their night Karaal 🤠

They wanted to help but this is a calving mob so it wasn't the best idea to get them too upset before they get settled for the evening

Most of the cows have learnt the system now, they get 5 breaks a day of fresh feed, and two water breaks then into the night karaal to protect them from theft.

The dogs have adapted to the new climate really well, the bugs less so. And I'm a bit worried when they meet a snake 🫣

We have approx 10 days left of rainy season, after which there'll be nothing until September which will fairly up the challenge level (!). Might have to get a bit creative with grazing plans to ensure the cattle get enough to eat (but also don't get stolen or lost!). If nothing else the bugs will let up a little bit, which is good as I seem to get eaten alive most days!

09/04/2025

Proud of young Risemoor Buck and Jess!

2nd in the novice 🇦🇺🇦🇺
(Risemoor Immy x Telf Joff)

28/03/2025

The queen herself overseeing 👑

'Everything the light touches is our kingdom'

So far our cultured queen is loving Congo, loves eating fufu, made enemies of the ants, and is enjoying semi retirement ruling the roost over her offspring and grandpups.

20/03/2025

Jock the croc overseeing the job as usual 🐊

Today has been a bit of a s**t show all round. Few groups of lost cattle, one group being 'recovered' by the army who rightfully expected to be 'compensated' for their services.

Then some thirsty young bulls were heading to the cow herds (unasked) faster than young lads on their first night in Magaluff. Jocker put a stop to their ambitions and returned the lonesome bunch home with Alex while I went to retrieve some herders to assist.

As I always get asked, collar is Strong Stuff dog gear (find them on FB) they last generations.

04/03/2025

Cara was never made for Welsh winters 😆

She is thrilled with the change in temperature! Will soon be looking super fit again! 💪

11/02/2025

L-R
Preseli Jimbo
Risemoor Hex
Risemoor Clyde
Risemoor Timba

09/02/2025

Future apprentice beaks & cousins too

Risemoor Clyde & Preseli Jimbo 🫶