  The livestock industry faces several challenges, including labor-intensive
management, the threat of predators and environmental sustainability concerns.
Therefore, this paper explores the integration of quadruped robots in extensive
livestock farming as a novel application of field robotics. The SELF-AIR
project, an acronym for Supporting Extensive Livestock Farming with the use of
Autonomous Intelligent Robots, exemplifies this innovative approach. Through
advanced sensors, artificial intelligence, and autonomous navigation systems,
these robots exhibit remarkable capabilities in navigating diverse terrains,
monitoring large herds, and aiding in various farming tasks. This work provides
insight into the SELF-AIR project, presenting the lessons learned.
