Country of Origin: Great Britain Height: 18–22 inches Weight: 27–45 pounds Coat: Two varieties—moderately long double coat is close, dense, weather resistant, with coarse, straight or wavy, moderately long outer coat and soft, short, dense undercoat; smooth double coat, short and coarser than rough variety Colors: All colors, combinations, markings Registries (with Group): AKC (Herding); UKC (Herding)
ORIGIN AND HISTORY
The Border Collie is a sheep herding dog that was developed in the border country between Scotland, England and Wales. Hundreds of years ago, most of the breeds of dogs that are not clear, and is known simply as the Border Collie collie, sheepdog or shepherd dog. Establishment of the International Sheep Dog Society in 1906 to help stimulate interest and build a modern shepherd border collie heritage. Breeding programs began to increase the quality of the "eye" (hypnotic gaze that wants the sheep to move and rotate) and the nature of the testing session to get trained. The first well-known breed of dogs is the Old Hemp, born in 1894, is regarded as the founder of the modern type of Border Collie. Today, in addition to working as farm dogs were outstanding, Border Collies are famous for their skills in a fast-paced sport of Agility, where the problem of accuracy and speed.
PERSONALITY PROFILE
Border Collies are considered one of the most intelligent dog breeds in the world. They are energetic, strong, sensitive and able to make quick decisions on your own. They are friendly to aloof with strangers and unknown people. Most Border Collies are workaholics-driven to lead something and everyone constantly, but sometimes more relaxed temperament can be seen. All Border Collies are happiest when given a task and the need to have an outlet for their energy.
CARE REQUIREMENTS
Exercise: The Border Collie needs exercise to keep the content stronger. He needs mental stimulation as well as tasks, activities, and attention tasks.
Preparation: Both the thickness and style hair coated Border Collies need regular brushing to keep their coats free of dead hair and are looking for the best.
Life span: 12-15 years.
Training: Border Collie intense drive, desire and intelligence to do very well trained.
