Photo Friday: Herding Sheep in Ireland
On my last trip to Ireland, I spent an afternoon watching a pair of dogs herding sheep. It was a truly remarkable experience. The dogs were fantastically well-trained, and truly seemed to take joy in their work.
If you ever have the opportunity to watch dogs working like this, I highly recommend it!
So, if you've been to Ireland, what would you recommend that I do on my trip this month?
And if you haven't been, what would you do if you were to go?
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I've never been to Ireland but I have enjoyed all kinds of Celtic music so I'd probably suggest finding a good folk concert. Especially if you can find a really small venue.
you know, all the photos are so very green. i love it. great action shots!!
i grew up on a farm with sheep and goats. herding, indeed. sigh.
have a great trip!!
I've been to Ireland probably 12 or 13 times now. Plus, I lived there for one year of university. I would recommend going up to Donegal and the Northwest (Sligo & Mayo) for more pastoral scenes. I love sheep, and you will find plenty there, especially in Connemara. Enjoy your trip!
Kristen
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One word: cool!
Wonderful series of shots. Have a great trip. It's a place we hope to make it to in the next couple of years. Look forward to seeing more pics when you return.
That is so cool! I love the pictures!
very nice pics :) we had a herding dog ourselves - an australian shepherd - even though she never got to herd sheep, she liked herding us! I am envious - have always wanted to go to Ireland - can't wait for more pictures from you!
Hi,
I always found this to be interesting to do! I feel bad for people who are always doing it, must be pretty boring. But to enter their life for a day would be great. Plus, having a dog do it for you, is even better!
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I love the picture with the jumping sheep! I think it must be a great life, being a shepherd, always outside in that beautiful scenery. As long as you've got the right clothes!
Great shots, Angela. I loved Ireland. Loved... loved... loved it.
how about connecting with my Venetian friend in Dublin that reps Italian wines? he was also a musician in Venice and ran Mascheron!
Loved the photo story!
Always fun to watch working dogs. If I were to go to Ireland, (I hope to in the future), I would visit St. James Gate for a Guinness. Take in a pub crawl and enjoy the music, and tour the castles in the countryside.
Just got back a few weeks ago and it is marvelous! Don't miss the Rock of Cashel (in Cashel, near Tipperary). If you go, walk down to the abbey ruin nearby.
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try and get down to west cork at some stage...
blarney castle and grounds are beautiful on a good day...
cork is my favourite county in all of ireland.
Indeed! On my first trip to Ireland I spent a great deal of time in Cork. And I was at the Blarney Castle on a gorgeous afternoon when a wedding was going on. I agree with you, it is one of the prettiest spots in a glorious country! Thanks for stopping by!
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