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THE BORDER COLLIE SHEEPDOGS
BORDER COLLIE INFORMATION
What is a Border Collie and why are so many in love with this breed of dog?
From Breeds of Dogs, a reference to the world of dogs, comes the following
information about the Border collie.
The Border Collie probably remains closest in type to the generic "collie" of auld
Scotland, originating in the border country between Scotland and England.
One of the distinct features of the Border Collie breed is its ability to "eye" - a
hypnotic stare which wills the sheep to move and turn. The Border Collie was
selected for its finesse at strong-eye, coming to prominence with the advent of
sheep-herding trials, in which the Border Collie breed excels. A Border Collie of the
early years, "Old Hemp," was the first to demonstrate this strong-eye quality and
remains undefeated in English sheep dog trials to this day.
Border Collies are known for steadfast devotion and affection for their master.
Demonstrating his loyalty, another Border Collie stood guard over his dead master
for days after the shepherd died while in the hills with the sheep flock.
What is a Border Collie and why are so many in love with this breed of dog?
From Breeds of Dogs, a reference to the world of dogs, comes the following
information about the Border collie.
The Border Collie probably remains closest in type to the generic "collie" of auld
Scotland, originating in the border country between Scotland and England.
One of the distinct features of the Border Collie breed is its ability to "eye" - a
hypnotic stare which wills the sheep to move and turn. The Border Collie was
selected for its finesse at strong-eye, coming to prominence with the advent of
sheep-herding trials, in which the Border Collie breed excels. A Border Collie of the
early years, "Old Hemp," was the first to demonstrate this strong-eye quality and
remains undefeated in English sheep dog trials to this day.
Border Collies are known for steadfast devotion and affection for their master.
Demonstrating his loyalty, another Border Collie stood guard over his dead master
for days after the shepherd died while in the hills with the sheep flock.
MORE FACTS ABOUT THE BORDER COLLIE
Although Border Collie type is distinct, size and coat variations always have been and
are still less important than workability of the Border Collie. Along with that vital quality,
trainability is a prime consideration for the Border Collie breed.
The Border Collie is often referred to as "farm collies" or "working collies" and remain
excellent working dogs, aiding farmers and stock owners in sheep-herding. Border
Collies are superb in obedience competition.
Two types of temperament are apparent in a Border Collie: the workaholic, driven to
herd anything and everyone continuously, or the more laid-back family pet. Border
Collies are happiest when given a chore and they need to have an outlet for their
energy. If thwarted in their herding opportunities, the Border Collie will herd the
neighbor's stock, other animals, the children -- one, in Hawaii, even herds coconuts!
A long-time breeder states, "To live with a Border Collie is like having a shadow with
you."
Although Border Collie type is distinct, size and coat variations always have been and
are still less important than workability of the Border Collie. Along with that vital quality,
trainability is a prime consideration for the Border Collie breed.
The Border Collie is often referred to as "farm collies" or "working collies" and remain
excellent working dogs, aiding farmers and stock owners in sheep-herding. Border
Collies are superb in obedience competition.
Two types of temperament are apparent in a Border Collie: the workaholic, driven to
herd anything and everyone continuously, or the more laid-back family pet. Border
Collies are happiest when given a chore and they need to have an outlet for their
energy. If thwarted in their herding opportunities, the Border Collie will herd the
neighbor's stock, other animals, the children -- one, in Hawaii, even herds coconuts!
A long-time breeder states, "To live with a Border Collie is like having a shadow with
you."
We have devoted a section of our sheep gifts web site to this companion to the
sheep flock and the shepherd --The Border Collie!!
We will be adding new Border Collie gifts as they become available including a group
of Border Collie gifts under the category Border Collie One-Of-A-Kind Gifts.
sheep flock and the shepherd --The Border Collie!!
We will be adding new Border Collie gifts as they become available including a group
of Border Collie gifts under the category Border Collie One-Of-A-Kind Gifts.
