New Fact Sheet: New World screwworm

While it’s been decades since the New World screwworm has been in Texas, it’s top of mind for many. Read the updated fact sheet from Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts for key information.

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How to Make Dangle Sticks and Drags for Livestock Guardian Dogs

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Date of Publication
March 14, 2022
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Overview

The use of dangle sticks and drags on livestock guardian dogs (LGDs) can be very effective to help control unwanted chasing and biting of livestock. These training tools come in handy during the long adolescent phase in some dogs, which usually lasts from about 10 to 18 months of age. This publication will explain the benefits and use of dangle sticks and drags for LGDs, and give the reader in-depth directions for how to build dangle sticks and drags-including all of the materials that will be needed. (5 pages)

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