Kells Sheepdogs Ring of Kerry
Kells Sheepdogs Ring of Kerry
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10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Sheepdog demonstrations on the Ring of Kerry. Come and watch our amazing sheepdogs herding the Sheep. A unique skill that is well worth viewing.
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- DawncapMahwah, New Jersey11 contributionsA must stop on the Ring of Kerry!It was amazing watching Tom guide their dogs, Tess & Clare, to precisely move their sheep throughout the landscape. We were also fortunate enough to see their 10 day old lamb & her mom. Appreciate the skill & tradition of this art. No matter the age, everyone would enjoy seeing & learning about these precious animals while in this gorgeous countryside.Visited April 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 17 April 2024
- Tracy S23 contributionsMake this part of your Ireland experience!Definitely pop in here on the Ring of Kerry for a sheepdog demonstration! So glad we did! It’s truly amazing and charming to watch. Tom O’Sullivan gives an educational and interesting explanation of Irish sheep herding with his dog. Right next to Caitin’s Pub and lovely gift shop. So worth it - it will very much add to your Ireland adventure!Visited April 2024Travelled with familyWritten 22 April 2024
- RL SColumbia, South Carolina57 contributionsAmazing dogs and interesting lesson in sheep hearding.Kells sheepdog visit was amazing. The owner and his relationship with the dogs is something to witness. You can tell the dogs love their job and enjoy working with their owner. I would highly recommend stopping here.Visited May 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 31 May 2024
- Melissa M20 contributionsA real highlight of our trip!LOVED this experience! We got up close with the sheepdogs Claire and Tess (and international sheepdog champion!!) and watched them work. We met and chatted with Tom, his wife and daughter and learned more about the dogs and his business and family! The dogs are taken care of like family and are so smart and fun to watch. I would definitely recommend!Visited July 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 17 July 2024
- Brody GLongmont, Colorado107 contributionsAbsolutely worth the stop!!This was one of the highlights of Ring of Kerry, and Ireland, for us. Not only does it amazingly showcase some awesome Irish Border Collies, it helps you to understand how Irish Farmers utilize these incredibly smart partners to solve their sheep problems. Such an awesome show and well worth the stop!!Visited August 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 24 August 2024
- Laura S14 contributionsSheepdog herding at its best.I'm so glad we stopped here. It was purely joyful to watch the sheepdog herding demonstration. You could tell the dog loved his job, and Tom did a wonderful job describing how the dog worked.Visited August 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 27 August 2024
- Sherry PAtlanta, Georgia108 contributionsDON’T MISS THIS Great stop ON YOUR RING OF KERRY TRIP. RESERVATIONS NEEDED IN ADVANCEActually 8 stars is what I would have rated it vs. 5. What a highlight for our tour group during Ring of Kerry ride. The farmer, Jingo the dog and the sheep were a FABULOUS way to spend an hour. Very interesting, humorous, history about the sheep and the need for the dogs etc. You could ask questions. We just wish it had been longer. There were four of us traveling and we all thought it was in the top 5 highlights of our 12 day Ireland trip. Opens at 10 most days and closes early afternoon.Visited August 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 1 September 2024
- Michelle E5 contributionsTess is greatAmazing animals! Lovely to experience how the dogs Herd the sheep. Amazing skill! There is shelter out of rain for show. Lovely young couple. Good stopping choice along wayVisited September 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 10 September 2024
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Sherry P
Atlanta, GA108 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
Actually 8 stars is what I would have rated it vs. 5. What a highlight for our tour group during Ring of Kerry ride. The farmer, Jingo the dog and the sheep were a FABULOUS way to spend an hour. Very interesting, humorous, history about the sheep and the need for the dogs etc. You could ask questions. We just wish it had been longer. There were four of us traveling and we all thought it was in the top 5 highlights of our 12 day Ireland trip. Opens at 10 most days and closes early afternoon.
Written 1 September 2024
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Melissa M
Boerne, Texas, United States20 contributions
Jul 2024 • Couples
LOVED this experience! We got up close with the sheepdogs Claire and Tess (and international sheepdog champion!!) and watched them work. We met and chatted with Tom, his wife and daughter and learned more about the dogs and his business and family! The dogs are taken care of like family and are so smart and fun to watch. I would definitely recommend!
Written 17 July 2024
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RL S
Columbia, SC57 contributions
May 2024 • Friends
Kells sheepdog visit was amazing. The owner and his relationship with the dogs is something to witness. You can tell the dogs love their job and enjoy working with their owner. I would highly recommend stopping here.
Written 31 May 2024
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Tracy S
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Apr 2024 • Family
Definitely pop in here on the Ring of Kerry for a sheepdog demonstration! So glad we did! It’s truly amazing and charming to watch. Tom O’Sullivan gives an educational and interesting explanation of Irish sheep herding with his dog. Right next to Caitin’s Pub and lovely gift shop. So worth it - it will very much add to your Ireland adventure!
Written 22 April 2024
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Michelle E
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Sept 2024 • Friends
Amazing animals! Lovely to experience how the dogs Herd the sheep. Amazing skill! There is shelter out of rain for show. Lovely young couple. Good stopping choice along way
Written 10 September 2024
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Aug 2024 • Couples
Amazing experience. So impressed I bought a sheep whistle which I am attempting to learn to play (not easy at least for me).
Written 31 August 2024
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704marilyn
London, UK13 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
Stopped here on a bus tour. It was fun to learn about the dogs and the sheep, we really enjoyed watching how they work and hearing about how they are trained.
Written 30 August 2024
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Janis H
Orange, CA12 contributions
Jul 2024 • Friends
Fun demonstration of sheep herding in Ireland! Loved how the dogs are trained to herd sheep and the explanation and demonstration were great!
Written 30 July 2024
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Stephanie R
Chicago, IL5 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
This was a great stop on our tour of the Ring of Kerry. Tom and Jingo put on a great show and taught us about shepherding! Very impressive and such fun - not to mention ruin the amazing scenery.
Written 19 July 2024
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Sandra
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Oct 2023 • Friends
A MUST SEE!!!!
What a wonderful demonstration! Tom was charming, informative, and funny. And Claire and Bren performed with skill and precision. What a joy to watch. Thanks to Tom and his wonder dogs!
What a wonderful demonstration! Tom was charming, informative, and funny. And Claire and Bren performed with skill and precision. What a joy to watch. Thanks to Tom and his wonder dogs!
Written 17 October 2023
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