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Extending The Sheepdog Allegory
Posted: Sun Nov 13, 2011 8:44 pm
by PracticalTactical
I got to reading up on sheepdogs (the actual sheepdogs that guard actual sheep) and found some interesting things. There are actually different types of sheepdog and one was basically a description of the non-LEO concealed carrier.
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I'd like to get everybody's thoughts on my thoughts.
Re: Extending The Sheepdog Allegory
Posted: Sun Nov 13, 2011 11:00 pm
by paulhailes
Good article.
Re: Extending The Sheepdog Allegory
Posted: Mon Nov 14, 2011 12:36 am
by Zylo_X
Good article. Thanks for bringing it up. I've often used the predator/prey descriptions while discussing security issues. Coming from a military and private security background, I've often tried to explain the roles people take, and the importance of projecting a strong image. Having been the 'hunter', I still seem to project the image and often get asked if I am/was a LEO. While I might, at times, be more 'aggressive' in pursuit, I generally try to stay in the 'guardian' role. It might seem to be 'preaching to the choir' in this forum, but I think its an important reminder that we 'sheepdogs' should try to instruct the flock for their own benefit, in case we're not around.
Re: Extending The Sheepdog Allegory
Posted: Mon Nov 14, 2011 2:11 am
by speedsix
...good points...especially passing on the proper mindsets to the future protectors...passing the torch is important in 2A, too...
Re: Extending The Sheepdog Allegory
Posted: Mon Nov 14, 2011 6:24 am
by The Annoyed Man
I thought it was well written, and it is helpful to clearly differentiate the different kinds of sheepdogs.
Re: Extending The Sheepdog Allegory
Posted: Mon Nov 14, 2011 8:49 am
by speedsix
...kinda made me think I might have a split personality!!!

Re: Extending The Sheepdog Allegory
Posted: Mon Nov 14, 2011 9:00 am
by Rocstar
Good article and thoughts.
Thanks for sharing.