joyce country sheepdogs
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This was my second visit to Joe Joyce's farm in Connemara - about a 20 minute drive from Leenane. His house is situated on a hill facing a lake which is bordered by a steep mountain, dotted with sheep - his sheep! Such are his skills that he crosses the lake in a boat, deposits his dogs on the side of the mountain and instructs them via voice and whistle from his boat in the middle of the lake, as he watches them zig and zag according to his commands. The demonstration does not include this scenario, but it is quite something to know. Joe introduces you to his dogs and their pups. There were five gorgeous, plump pups to hold and watch as they tumbled over each other and played happily. The adult dogs were lean and focussed. Joe took two from the kennels - Roy and Sweep - who herded a group of sheep on the hill behind his house into a pen, after chasing and guiding them into a tightly knit group. They were assisted and hindered by a young collie about four or five months old, who was already showing a remarkable natural ability to herd. It was so wonderful to watch and I would have stayed for much longer if the rain had not descended to cut the demonstration short. The dogs were not bothered of course - nor was Joe - only the namby pamby tourists like ourselves!! Joe answered all our questions - and there were many - and told us about the different skills of the dogs and how they all vary. Some are great going up mountains, having loads of stamina, but it takes particular skills to do that and not all dogs develop them, despite Joe's best efforts. The ones who can't be relied upon to go up and down the mountan after the sheep will do better gathering sheep in fields, for instance. Some dogs don't like loud commands, whilst some don't mind. Whilst he told us all of this, his favourite, prize winning dog, Roy, looked up at him as if he was a divine being! It was so lovely to see. There is such a bond between Joe and his dogs and it was a privilege to be part of that and to listen to how he trains them to be assets as well as pets. I visit the West of Ireland every year and will always visit Joe Joyce's farm to once again experience his amazing demonstration and to see his lovely dogs.
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So intimate. There was only eight for his 10am demonstration, and his kids all played with ours. He has a litter of pups at the moment, so that made for an hour and a half of cuddles. His working dogs were fab, bounding up and down his mountain (he calls it a hill), and staring or nipping the sheep around the paddock. Amazing experience in the heart of Joyce Country on Lough Na Fooey. If you are anywhere in the vicinity, drop in on one of his demo's, you won't regret it.
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High point for my 20 month old daughter was the collie puppies. Joe, the owner, has a nice down to earth charisma which makes this an enjoyable hour in a beautiful setting. We would like to go back so we hope he evolves ' the show' a bit.
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Recommended by our B&B host, Joe's sheep dog demonstration was entertaining and educational. His hairless border collies really put on a show. It's amazing how well they obey the commends of their owner, even when he appears simply to be conversing with you while they are a hundred yards or more away.
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Joe Joyce puts on a really fabulous sheep dog demonstration. He is genuinely friendly and funny and his young daughter was equally entertaining. This demonstration is both a lot of fun for kids while being interesting for adults. Little wonder that Jennifer Aniston and Owen Wilson hung out with Joe. This was one of the true highlights of our holiday.
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This was our second visit to Joe Joyce's house to see his sheepdogs and sheep. This time we took some other family members with us (all adults) as they wanted to see what we were so enthusiastic about!As before, Joe was engaging and amusing. Despite the dreadful weather (a huge storm blew up while we were there), we saw a sheep handling demonstration in the fields beside the house and were introduced to his latest puppy additions to the family. He showed how the puppies - even at just a few weeks old - know instinctively how to handle sheep!All Joe's dogs are friendly - they enjoy the extra attention they get from visitors. He breeds prize-winning Border Collie Sheepdogs and trains them for their new owners. A fully trained dog will sell for many thousands of Euros!If you're visiting Lenane, ask in the "Woolen Centre" or at "The Forge" for directions to Joe's. There are road signs along the easy 20 minute drive from Lenane, so you shouldn't get lost. It's a great visit and pleasantly inexpensive. Joe's a great host and enjoys sharing his animals and experience with visitors.
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My husband and I stopped by Joe's place by chance and it was the highlight of our trip! It was amazing! Joe told us all about the dogs, how he trains them, and the sheep. We learned so much and the demonstration was really impressive! I would highly recommend it! There were also puppies running around, which is always a nice bonus!
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This was a solid highlight of our vacation. From the incredible drive from Roundstone, soaking in the incredible scenery to getting to meet Joe and his dogs. It is something to see. Joe was so friendly and dogs were fascinating to watch. I would especially recommend it to anyone with kids. Thanks Joe!
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Joe, his family, and his sheepdogs are definitely the best thing going in Galway County! We were lucky enough to have this morning's demonstration all to ourselves. Meeting Joe, his daughter, his puppies, and the rest of his dogs were such a pleasure. Watching them work was amazing. Well worth the trip from Galway!
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Go see Joe and his dogs, it's worth the trip! The surrounding countryside is a fantastic sight! The dogs are well trained and do a great job of herding the dogs. Go see Joe and his dogs, it's worth the trip! The surrounding countryside is a fantastic sight! The dogs are well trained and do a great job of herding the dogs.