The phrase
"excellent herders" means that someone or something is very good at gathering and directing a group of animals, such as sheep or cattle.
Full definition
The result was not only
an excellent herder and guard dog, but also a breed that would outdo others to be courageous, intelligent and healthy.
They love children, and they are
excellent herders and therapy dogs.
The Border - Aussie is not a pure breed of dog, but rather, it is a hybrid breed of dog that is comprised of the Border Collie and the Australian Shepherd, two dog breeds that are
excellent herders.
This breed is dependable, obedient, intelligent, independent, gentle, devoted, docile, lively, alert, protective and
an excellent herder.
It is a working dog that makes
an excellent herder, police dog, and guard / watch dog.
Because the Heeler is a hybrid, different litters may produce dogs with different physical and temperamental characteristics but, for the most part, the Texas Heeler is a friendly dog and
an excellent herder.