Tara Heap, On the Heel (SINGLE SHOT 2025)

This image captures an Australian Shepherd in the midst of herding work, closely driving a sheep forward. The dog’s intense focus and open mouth suggest it is using both movement and vocal cues to control the livestock’s direction, a hallmark of stock dog training. The dusty, sunlit paddock setting adds to the authentic atmosphere of rural working life, showcasing the breed’s agility, instinct, and working partnership with humans in managing livestock.

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