Meet Wilbur, one of the Border Collies that wrangles the Canada Geese who do so much damage to area parks.
Here he is circling the lagoon at the Boston Public Garden keeping the geese from feeling comfortable staying there.
His handler does her best to keep up with him so everyone can see the sign that explains he's doing Goose Control. (The young pup with her is watching Wilbur and learning what to do when his time comes.)
This is perfect work for this breed that needs a job to burn off all that inbred energy and need to herd.
While Wilbur is trained to obey and work off-leash, he has had problems with other dogs who are not supposed to be off-leash in this park. And, with so many dogs running wild in the park each morning, it is harder for people to accept that what Wilbur is doing is different.
Keep up the good work and chase those Geese, Wilbur. See you soon.
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