"To herd the animals" means to gather and guide a group of animals together, typically by a person or a trained animal, such as a dog or horse. Full definition
As herd animals, goats like being in groups, so they aren't self - sufficient. (petsinthecitymagazine.com)
Every day on the markets you see traders acting like herd animals following whatever investments seem to be rising or falling - without checking why. (politics.co.uk)
There are many breeds of dogs that are better with sheep, some are better with cattle, and some work with many species of herd animals. (breedingbusiness.com)