A herd and a flock above Vedene......

It must be the time of year for the sheep and goats in the area to visit and snack on the grasses on the hill above Vedene. During the summer months you don't find many people or animals in this area but with the cooler temperatures both man and beast are making the rounds with increased frequency.

Nearly everyday for the past 3 or 4 weeks there has been a herd of goats and a flock of sheep making their presence known on "the hill" above the town. Most times you will hear them before you see them as a few of the sheep and goats have bells around their necks that give off a distinctive sound every time they move. Accompanying these animals are usually 3-4 extremely well trained dogs who keep the group moving in the direction that the herder tells them to. It is amazing to just step back and watch and admire the communication between the herder and his dogs. The dogs are VERY aware and attentive and no strays are left behind.

Of course Rudy wants to run and chase and there's no doubt the animals would be spread out over all 4 corners of the hill by the time he finished his "herding" chores. That being the case Rudy is kept close and on his leash which gives him many stressful moments,  especially when these curious animals want to get a closer look at him.

"NSLB" - No Stray Left Behind 

Alicia holds on to Rudy as the goats and sheep approach. 

Rudy doing his best herding impression. 

Curious sheep moving in closer to get a closer look at this shaking dog. 

Heading across the hill and back towards home.