Control over your dog, you think would be a common sense issue but, there's always those few that think the rules don't apply to them! Thank you Sean! 🌼

@jackwaycombe

17 күн бұрын

Have to confess I did once almost offend in this way. I had a rescue border terrier - abandoned by a former owner for 'worrying sheep.' So I was concerned when, exercising her off the lead (with permission) in a supposedly empty local farmer's field, a couple of sheep wandered up. Oh dear - come here, girl, please please please. Turned out she wasn't all that much interested - though it became possible the sheep and she might mutually lick each other to death. Came back at my bidding with no problem. I found out much later, from a friend of the original owner, that she'd never worried sheep in her life. That greedy owner had dumped her after trying to use her for breeding far too early in her life. Predictably, she'd never again let a male dog near her. Other than that, she was a joy. 40 years now since she passed - and I'm still tearing up...

The right to walk, roam or ramble anywhere is a privilege and it should be respected by those who are getting out with their dogs. Thank you Sean!!

@LindaC616

3 ай бұрын

That's a very UK privilege. My friend in Scotland and I have a running joke about how she comes close to getting me arrested when she visits 😅

@sdlillystone

3 ай бұрын

No it's a right. Although out of controlled fogs are a menace

@sdlillystone

3 ай бұрын

Dogs doh

I think the term itself really hits the nail on the head: livestock *worrying.* Your dog may be having fun, but the livestock aren't, and neither is the farmer who gets worried, too.

@jensleasman1838

3 ай бұрын

I’m familiar to the right to roam in Sweden, but had no idea Scotland has it as well. After growing up on a small family farm I’m sadly familiar with loose packs of dogs getting to our chickens or turkeys. We had basically everything BUT sheep and goats. We had cattle, horses, ponies, a wild burro, chickens, pigs, turkeys, geese and ducks that were just pets, My mother had to “dispose” of a dog that was part of a pack that came from over the mountain in our area. Sadly she also had to put down our pet turkey, Tom, who was kind of a celebrity in our area because he would take my brother and I to and from the bus stop. After the incident my grandfather took the outdated license off the dog and found the owner, who had to pay fines and money towards the loss of the livestock. Good boy, Echo! All of them are wonderful ambassadors of the breed. Echo being my favorite because he’s identical to my Toby in build and markings.

I would always advise anyone out walking across private farm land to keep their dogs on leash near livestock as even well trained dogs can have bad days and misbehave.

Owners need as much training as dogs if not more. Good video.

@pendlera2959

3 ай бұрын

Training might be part of it, but enforcement is another. People get away with it so much that it's normalized.

A loose untrained dog can cause havoc, especially when sheep are in lamb. Keep your dogs on leads near sheep…had a few cases here in Borders sadly

A full vid on the right to roam in Scotland would be brilliant. I may live in England, but I do get up to Scotland every other year, and will be getting a dog soon hopefully. Not that I'd ever let a dog off lead on farm land or anywhere not set aside as a dog exercise area.

Excellent video, Sean. There have been too many incidents where loose dogs have not just worried, but actually torn apart livestock. Dogs who are normally well behaved WILL go after livestock. Dogs that aren't well trained are an absolute menace. Never assume your dog won't!

@epicwalrus7183

3 ай бұрын

I'm expecting it to get worse thanks to all the puppies people got during lockdown. Even if they're trained there was certain types of training they didn't get the chance to do young. Stuff like socialisation and obedience in larger spaces.

That’s great information! The ‘Right-to-Roam’ rules is something different that it nice to know. I’m from the States, and have never travelled to Scotland, nor the UK, so I don’t know those things. As a watercolor artist, it would be pretty cool to visit a lovely Scottish countryside and paint it. I’d still be cautious of livestock. Where I live, there are Bull/Cow livestock farms - and one of the signs on the fence say, “The Bull can cross the field in 4 seconds. Do not enter, unless you can cross the field in 3.9 seconds.”

@sylviekins

3 ай бұрын

Great comment!❤

@dlewis895

3 ай бұрын

OMG EXCELLENT FUN FACTS WARNING

Did you ever think you'd get this many views and followers?? Your content is so unique and gives us an insight into a lifestyle and country most of us could only wonder about. Well done, and thanks so much!!!❤❤❤

@seanthesheepman5845

3 ай бұрын

I appreciate that!

For your dog's safety, you should always have them on a lead. I learned my lesson. I live in a rural area and my dogs were well trained to come and heal. One of my dogs started sporadically ignoring my commands when we were walking. It took a little time to realize she was actually going deaf and was not hearing my commands. Fortunately nothing adverse happened but since realizing this, my dogs have always been on leads when we walked. It's safer for them and for the surrounding wildlife.

@jeanwinders9556

3 ай бұрын

Our GSD was trained in sign language we mainly spoke commands as he's getting older 14yrs the signing is coming quite useful. He watches us more he's training us!

@JulieWallis1963

3 ай бұрын

*heel* unless your dog was a doctor!

I really hope dog owners will pay attention, and do what is safe for animals and people alike. I always appreciate your videos, whether they are of your beautiful dogs running, playing, or working, or of you teaching safety. Well done.

@lynnclark9289

3 ай бұрын

Thank-you Sean for the clear & concise video on a very important topic. While it seems that common sense could guide one while out & about it is also clearly conveyed that laws & thus responsibilities vary within countries & areas. Always a treat to see your interactions with nature at large, your local farmland inhabitants as well as your beloved sheepdog. What a good boy! What an important reminder the danger of assumptions, especially regarding the predictability of dogs while out & about. Very interesting & important topic. Thanks again for all you & your dogs share. With respect, Lynn C in the Pacific Northwest of Washington state in the USA

I appreciate your emphasis on it’s just easier to leash your dog. There comes a point where you have to transition from training in your yard to actually training around livestock. And I don’t think people realize how much work, how many hours it takes to get dogs to work at the level Echo performs.

I kept my lovely Yellow Lab on a lead when walking. We entered a field of sheep. They were lined up in a row along the path some way ahead. As we got closer Mazzie decided she didn't like the look of them and so turned around and started walking in the other direction. They followed. She sped up to get away. They sped up. She broke into a run. The sheep were 'baaing' and running (probably at the novelty of being 'in charge' for once). Mazzie could go a hell of a lot faster than me with her four-paw drive. I was hanging on for dear life! I eventually had to let go as I was about to end up face down in the mud. She made it back to the gate with me huffing and puffing behind her. Bless her heart. So I avoided sheep fields to save my lovely dog the trauma. 😂

@user-ch1ls6sg1y

3 ай бұрын

Once in a while, I guess, it works both ways! Glad no one, sheep, dog or human, got hurt. Good lesson for all.

@ac1646

3 ай бұрын

@@user-ch1ls6sg1y Yes indeed. I one-hundred percent endorse Sean's video (I am a sheep farmer's daughter) but I was also laughing so much as I was being dragged along by Mazzie. I couldn't believe her reaction. 'Mazzie, it's fine, they won't hurt you.' She was having none of it! So I guess the irony is, I wasn't in control of my dog!

@julieobrien4056

3 ай бұрын

That is a hilarious story!! Thanks for sharing!! (And I don’t blame Mazzi! That would have been unnerving!) Do you think the sheep thought she was there to take them somewhere else?

@ac1646

3 ай бұрын

@@julieobrien4056 Thank you. I had never thought of that!😄

@stephgreen3070

3 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness that’s a great story! What a funny turn of events. The sheep must’ve thought they were really tough that day. I bet they were really chuffed after they ‘drove’ you and Mazzie off.

Scout the Husky and I hike over 1,500 miles a year. Off-leash dogs are the bane of our existence. In the US, all municipalities have leash laws. 1 in 3 of the dogs we encounter off-leash are simply not ready and frankly, good recall just isn't enough if they are socially-unpleasant. ALL encounters with off-leash dogs are tense and fraught anyway, then for the next five minutes away you have to worry, and turning to look to see if they are following us. We both can feel it and it isn't nice. Good dogs understand the rules keep everyone safe.

@aum0aumgood

3 ай бұрын

Persons with animals who have no responsibility for the animals lack of proper caring is the PROBLEM. It can be said same of parents. The living example that such as Sean demonstrates Comes from his good self. For all people who always made sure their animals are trained and cared for The encountering all these others... Neglected and abused trained to be violent animals and on leashes to one who can't maintain control of their "pet" let alone themselves Causes severe havoc on life On vast wildness lands And the ridiculous "dog park" Bless you Sean for taking us out for a walk. May the Lord bless you always.

I live in a neighborhood with fairly conjested housing. I started carrying a heavy metal flashlight because I was approached by pitbulls that were loose or got loose. I yelled for owners to get their dogs. No bites, but scared me. I walk my border collie on a leash. I have her come next to me when passing people or car going by. I wanted to ask you about dog fears. My dog was a rescue and had really bad fears of thunder and such. I have had her almost 9 years, she's almost 11 and it's better. Do your dogs who are outside get fearful during storms? We have been enjoying your videos. I like the way you deal with animals. Funny. I am a senior and walk slowly. Francie will walk on long leash, but will turn around and wait for me. Perfect dog for me. Ha.

@dlewis895

3 ай бұрын

SHE WAITS BECAUSE SHES A BC. BRILLIANT COMPASSIONATE PROTECTIVE AND YOUR HERS TO HERD LOVE IT ME TOO 80 WITH BLACK MOUTH CUR RANCH DOG TREASURE

Can't figure out how to leave comments on the short form so I'll leave one here...letting Kate decide if she wants to go to work or not...genius.

Interesting how the dog laws are in the UK/Scotland. Your dogs are amazing! Thanks, Sean! (From Colorado, USA).

@seanthesheepman5845

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

God bless all animals and family

I've had too many scary encounters with unleashed dogs rushing up to me and my dogs to ever let my dogs off leash. Echo is looking legendary. ❤ 🐾 😊

Great topic. I'd be very interested in more info re the right to roam

Excellent video! The info about public access to private land and the right to roam was especially interesting. Much different than here in the U.S!

As someone who walks a bit I come across a lot of people who have no control over their dogs. Then there's the classic - when the dog does something wrong, they start giving it loads of loving attention at the same time saying not to do whatever it was. (I'm not saying they should be aggressive with the dog - just that what they're doing is not going to change the animal's behaviour.)

@ChrisM541

3 ай бұрын

Exactly. Reinforcing bad behaviour with love and cuddles does exactly the opposite, obviously. The thing is, even a kid knows it is wrong to praise bad behaviour.

The right to roam is such an incredible privilege and we've been so thankful/appreciative when visiting from the US. Would love to have had our border with us when roaming as he would have loved it. With that said, he's 99% trustworthy in all situations, but is always on a lead when off our property as it eliminates the 1% chance of something going wrong. Thank you for covering this important topic!

What a good boy Echo is. You have done such a good job with him. I look forward to all your episodes.

Sorry this is happening , Camy on the sheep game channel has adressed this several times in the past year . The other problem is gates getting left open by walkers . Ive seen people not relising the countrys full of domestic and wild animals . In the states alot of ranchers have cloed off there property do to problems like this . They have wolves and cryotes.to deal with .dont need two legged problems . People need to train dogs . And you show them thankyou .

Right to roam video would be interesting. Nothing more beautiful than a well-trained dog happily out and about.

Thank you Sean for this very insightful video. Laws are made to protect both the landowner and those using the Right to roam privilege. Respecting the law, respecting others and respecting nature is always a win/win/win situation.

Echo is doing a great job of listening to your commands, Sean. So good for a young fella. Taught by the best!

What an interesting video. Thank you, I totally agree to what you’re saying.

We all love our dogs, they are part of the family. They can be well trained, and may run at the very sight of other animals. But we have to remember that they are an animal, and often instinct takes over. So best to use the lead when appropriate, I.e. when not on your land. No point crying over a dead dog when a farmer has had to shoot it. The farmer is protecting what is his. If you are going to the countryside, expect to abide by the rules, it's not rocket science!

Great video Sean, thanks. unfortunately there are a few who think this does not apply to them. I was taught from a very early age by my parents one word Respect

Bit surprised to hear you pechin’ as you walk & talk, Sean! Hope you’re ok?

Thank you Sean. This lesson that you are teaching is one of the hardest things to get pet owners to comprehend and practice daily. You have spoken well. 🤗❤️🌈🙏🕊️

Also, Echo is the best doggo ever! So beautifully trained, so attuned to your every gesture and voice command, and so happy to move the sheep!

A great video, Sean! I admire your confidence in giving Echo his commands. He listens so well, checking over his shoulder to make sure he is doing what you want. And all the doggo kisses! He' s an inquisitive, and even-tempered, and smart! dog. I would be interested in more info on the right to roam. What a lovely contrast to the States.

Thank you we need responsible dog owners 👍

Anyone with a dog should have them under control at all times. The distress a dog causes to livestock and wildlife is appalling. Thank you for this video. I would appreciate a video on the right to roam in Scotland. Thank you

I enjoyed this; very educational. Your calm manner and knowledge is immense and appreciated. And to use Echo, your youngest dog who does enjoy "being a dog" if allowed, leaves me awe struck at the love he feels when given the boundaries and the praise.

Lovely and smart bordervollisar, best dogs in the world

Keeping my fingers crossed for the hospital this week.... ❤

Lovely to hear from you!

Love all the praise. So does Echo.

Thank you for the clear demonstration of your well trained dog, Echo int the lawful way to access private land and around people and animals. We have many different leash laws and even controlling your dogs' waste. But there's always some who don't adhere and also a vast amount of wild and abandoned pets both in cities and rural areas, also coyotes and some areas that have wolves. In our areas in the US, the worst problem is abandoned dogs. Often starving, hurt, and dangerous to people and pets as well as livestock. The pet rescues and animal control departments are overwhelmed. We would really appreciate more information about your laws in Scotland, as well as perhaps do you have much problem with abandoned dogs. How do you handle loose uncontrolled dogs, do you try to chase them off or catch or shoot them, and have you or your neighboring farms had to prosecute any roamers to protect your sheep or livestock and family. And what kind of land nesting birds do you have in your area? Whe have quail, pheasants, some wild ducks and geese, that may be hunted in season for food and sport within reason, but our private lands are protected by law against trespassing. It would be interesting to hear more of this and other issues you deal with. Thank you Sean and Stacy and "crew"! Love your channel!

@kmarch6630

3 ай бұрын

He said farmers have the right to shoot uncontrolled dogs on their land.

Gracias Sean por mostrar y hablar de tus hermosos perros, tu granja y ovejas. Muy instruido. 👏👏

Morning sheepman....Michigan USA I so appreciate a d enjoy your videos

Echo is doing so well with commands. You’ve done an excellent job with him.

Echo is wondering “who is he talking to?”😊 Good boys!😊

Contente de vous revoir avec vos border collie❤❤❤❤❤

@karensmith7487

3 ай бұрын

Je suis d'accord!😇

Echo does so well! He must want to herd your sheep so badly! A very interesting and informative video! Thank you.

Wow, I've never heard of the Right to Roam before, so this was very informative. Contrasting that with the landowner's right to shoot a dog is really sobering. The demonstration of Echo's obedience brings home the point... Even when control is impeccable, "the lead is guaranteed"!! Your talks are always so interesting, Sean. Thanks!

Fascinating information and different from the USA. We need to adopt some of these rules/laws.

@nancyrea3863

3 ай бұрын

No we don’t. Just more government trying to control us.

Thanks especially for the timely reminder on behalf of wildlife as we're heading into nesting and birthing season soon. And, YES, I'd love to hear more details on Right to Roam, thanks!! Great video, thank you again ❤

The laws sound quite reasonable. It all comes down to respect for others on both sides and responsibility. Admirable. 👍🏻

Love your videos. This is an excellent reminder that keeping dogs under control is a must and non negotiable.

We have the same issue with city people coming up to ranch lands since our lands frequently border national park lands. We have had not only livestock killed, maimed or harassed, but we have had children attacked and killed too. People bring their unwanted dogs and cats our here and just throw them out into the wilderness. Of course we have significantly more dangerous wildlife which generally and sadly take care of those unwanted pets, but they also pack and become dangerous.

What a beautiful place you live in....WOuld of given my eye teeth to have lived there,,,,Your dogs are beautiful and well trained....Remember when you wake how lucky you are to live in your world....

Absolutely right. My mum once saw a dog chasing a swan with it's owner running around yelling at it. The swan got off the ground just in time (it takes a minute because they need a run up) and nearly hit the fence. Dogs are often untrained and when I get one (I really want a Collie when I'm older) I will be training it. You can hold me to that!

New sub! I've just read your bio after some short videos. You did an impressive job turning into a farmer, considering it's not something you learnt from your family. 31 year old and you're impressively independent! It may sounds weird but.. I don't know how things are going in Scotland, but in my country it's very hard to obtain an independent life like that. You're such an inspiration! Your dogs are beautiful and super well trained, you did a marvelous job on them! Sometimes I think that to leave the city is the best way to start a new life. These landscapes are beautiful! And working with dogs is one of the funniest things! Keep it up the fantastic work! 👏💪

Excellent video. I lived in Texas for 26 years, in a rural county near Austin. People would let their dogs run free and no matter how gentle they might be in their own home environment, they became feral "wolves" when packed up with their canine buddies. These packs terrorized cattle and any other livestock they could find. But people were in total denial that it could be dogs, so they scapegoated coyotes. In response, the county leaders foolishly decided to hire a government trapper to put out baited cyanide bomb "traps" in a misguided (frankly stupid) attempt to "take care of the coyote problem." Those cyanide traps killed a stunning number of non-target wildlife. When the trapper's contract ended and the massacre of the innocents was over, everybody had to admit it had been a total waste of money and had done absolutely nothing to fix the problem. None of the conflict and lost lives would have occurred if every pet owner were as responsible as you are, Sean. Thank you for this lesson in how to control your dog, and for putting so much emphasis on this essential element of basic training. How I envy your country's system of recognized common trails through private land. What a great system, as long as people (and their pets) behave.

Terrific video.Great advice for farm and domestic dogs!If everybody would train their dogs like this the problems would be minimal.And it's such a joy to have a well behaved dog!Thank you for getting this word out!Echo gets an A+ for obedience!😊

Glad to hear about the laws for folks livelihood..and protect their livestock and wild life. Bottom line respect.

Thank you, Sean. Dog walkers in Great Britain are very fortunate to be able to enjoy such extensive privileges but if the rules are not followed the privileges could subsequently be revoked. These laws and regulations are not meant to restrict anyone unduly but are for the safety and benefit of all, including the dogs and other animals and are simply common sense and good neighborliness. Proper training could save a dog not only from being shot due to worrying livestock but also from running out into a road or railway, for example, or other dangerous situation. You pointed out the use of longlines and Flexi leads to give the dog more freedom and that is a good idea as well. I might add that all leashes and collars/harnesses should always be looked over before going out and during longer walks for loose stitching/excessive wear, and older equipment and Flexis should be kept maintained or replaced as soon as needed since anything with moving parts is subject to more rapid frictional/tractional wear as well. Having an extra collar and leash in your pocket or pack, or even just a simple slip lead, can also come in handy if something does break or seem unreliable. Happy Walking, everyone, take care all.

@dlewis895

3 ай бұрын

I DONT TRUST FLEXIS. TOO UNPREDICTABLE. FOR ME

I really look forward to ur vids. Ty for posting and sharing ur life and amazing dogs! #teamkate

I, too, would like a video on right to roam. We don’t have that here in the United States.

Don’t know laws in my state but do know a few dogs in neighborhood that started “running” when owners not home and contained. They ended killing up to 150 chickens. Farmer shot both. No charges to farmer. Owners both came from farming families and they knew they would have done the same. It was a shame both dogs were good dogs until then.

Great vid Sean. Very important info. !! Greetings from by Loch Lomond. Echo is comin on really well and a bonny wee lad too. Cheers.

@seanthesheepman5845

3 ай бұрын

Thank you

Yes I'd like a video regarding "right to roam" laws. I'm in Canada and find this quite interesting. You explained the "right of way" and "lead information" so well. Echo is such a well-trained dog, credit to you. Really enjoyed this!

Thank you for proper dog manners!

@seanthesheepman5845

3 ай бұрын

Always!

Sean, if everyone were as smart about their dogs and as considerate of other people as you are, the world would be a wonderful place for people & dogs alike. Unfortunately this is not so, in fact I find most people to be idiots about their dogs. And most people are terrible trainers, too. You mentioned the importance of repetition, which is so true, but the other thing that people seem clueless about is feedback, which you were giving abundantly. Your dog needs to know if she did the thing you asked correctly; your dogs always know when they've done right b/c you give praise every time. (P.S.---works for kiddos, too---my best teacher trick was praise & thanking kids when they behaved!)

@seanthesheepman5845

3 ай бұрын

Thank you

@dlewis895

3 ай бұрын

YES YES YES AGREE

Sean you are a Fantastic Master at training your Dogs Discipline /Commands along with Love and Affection Beautiful Border Dogs born to have a Man/Woman by their side. 🐕 🐕

@seanthesheepman5845

3 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you

Wonderful. Thank you for these great videos….I enjoy watching & sharing to my channel. Sean, I find great peace watching your Family & Dogs Kris Canada

Echo *is* a good boy I think we all knew that

We got "right to roam" in Sweden as well.

Love your videos❤❤❤❤❤❤

Right to roam: I’d be interested to know more please! Does it cover large estates used for hunting & shooting wildlife? What about those “rewilding ” projects reintroducing vulnerable or potentially dangerous animals? Thank you ❤

@hauskalainen

3 ай бұрын

Ever heard of something called Google?

@LindaC616

3 ай бұрын

If there's a waterway on the private estate, you've the right to walk the shoreline.

@pg4662

3 ай бұрын

@lindaj5492 try www.gov.uk it's covered there. Patricia

excellent video, much needed lesson in having respect for all, the land, the animals, and humans too. thank you so much. ❤

I always enjoy your videos but this one was especially interesting and informative-plus, it was fantastic watching Echo attend to your commands. Thanks for this!

Good job Echo. He's so beautiful.

As a horse person I can’t tell you how certain people who own certain breeds of dog will always have them off-lead, have *zero* control and no recall, and giggle and do nothing as their dogs charge my horses and lunge snarling at their noses and necks - an old leftover from their bull-baiting days. The owners will giggle like idiots, try to “recall” their dogs, which always ignore them completely, and claim the dogs are trying to “play,” and in general they will do nothing until I tell them quite explicitly their dogs will be shot if they continue harassing and biting my horses. Then they whine “but he’s just trying to play!” I say get your dog the F away from my horses.

Blessings Sean and Family ❤

A few years ago, I was finally - in desperation - moved to report a neighbour to both local council and RSPCA. A monied guy, he'd bought one Pyreneese (huge dogs) after another, left them in a cage in his garden, then had them destroyed when they didn't emerge somehow magically fully trained! They weren't pets - they were fashion accessories. In the very last case (his 3rd dog I think) I actually trespassed his back garden - following my own wee border terrier who had been worrying me all day about ... something. That family were abroad for a week - the dog left in a cage with several trays of water and food - as though the dog was expected to ration itself. They returned to find the dog removed to a shelter, and a court warrant awaiting them. After being fined and sentenced to keep no more pets, they even had the affrontery to ask me and another concerned neighbour why we couldn't simply mind our own bloody business!

Hello ❤

Very informative. I hope all pet owners will listen to this good advice.

Stunning photos.

Excellent public service announcement! ❤

We have those types of paths where I live. Anyway I can't tell you how many fights I have seen the owners break into over the out of control dogs on the path. We have a leash law. But there are have those that don't think the rules apply to them.

Wow very interesting laws. Enjoyed the video. Echo is such a good boy! That'll do ❤❤

Great informative video, thanks!

Superb advice, and of course, grandmaster level demonstrations of those 3 crucial commands. I really think we're long overdue mandating this as a must for all dog owners, by law, especially given what's been happening in the news (though yes, that's primarily 'dangerous breed' related).

@seanthesheepman5845

3 ай бұрын

I know but I don’t think changing the law will help alone, dog walker need to be more educated and responsible and make more effort to train with there dogs

@ChrisM541

3 ай бұрын

@@seanthesheepman5845 100% agreed.

Sean, that was great video. If I ever come to Scotland I will know what to do. Superb. Thanks.

I wish all dog owners could understand this. I can only walk my two dogs on leash, since they don't have perfect recall, but unfortunately this can lead to them being reactive to off-leash dogs. My most stressful walks are when an unleashed dog runs up to us and the owner yells "It's okay, he's friendly." It doesn't work that way! For my dog, these might as well be fighting words.

This is such a very interesting video Sean! I actually thought that the Land Enclosures in England and the Land Clearances in Scotland, and probably similar moves in Ireland, had ended these ancient rights. I'd love to hear more. Echo is a very beautiful, dutiful, dog. Wishing you and Stacy well.

@ChrisM541

3 ай бұрын

It's a great plus to be able to walk, within reason, where you want to in Scotland (or any country). As long as the vast majority obey those basic (and pretty much common sense) rules, and most people do. Those who don't e.g. leaving gates open, worrying wildlife or livestock (themselves or their pets) know exactly what they're doing, and as such, should be dealt with in the strongest terms by the law.

We have strict leash laws here in California. We have many problems with people who are from south of the border either from Mexico or parts south of Mexico. Their culture is such that dogs are wild and not necessarily contained by their owners. Frequently they're not leashed, thus there are many dead dogs and cats in the roadway. Frequently children get bothered by dogs on the way to school. If one calls the police on a neighbor with bad dog behavior, they will send out a representative to teach the family about the laws and even teach them the rudiments of dog training. Always a positive experience.

Great job , Echo!❤

Thank you for the lesson and reminder to be respectful of private property and livestock. I had to laugh when Echo so obviously wanted pets from you, he's so sweet.

Good laws and as usual, very good explanation and good demonstration.

Excellent video i learnt a lot but do wish you would talk about laws while on private owned land for pleasure use i believe you said. For those of us foreign people when we come to. Visit Scottsdale.❤

Would love to learn more about the right to roam in Scotland please!

Very interesting video indeed. Watching the control you have over Echo is amazing. Have a happy and safe week. Thank you.