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 |  | | General Information | The Border Collie originates from the border country (between Scotland and England). Bred as sheep dogs, these are probably the best known and popular of the sheep herders. Border Collies rare usually trained to respond to instructions by a series of whistle and visual commands, and can continue their herding responsibilities when not in the vision of the shepherd. Their herding ability is so ingrained in them that they will display their abilities as young as 6 months old when exposed to a flock of sheep. Like all sheep dogs they are intelligent and easy to train.
Border Collie females range from 18 to 21 inches and males range from 19 to 22 inches when measured at the shoulder. There are two basic types of Border Collie (both acceptable by the AKC). The longer haired variety has coarse straight hair, and the shorter haired variety has fine hair. The coloring of border collies can vary enormously. The only stipulation regarding Border Collie show dogs is that the white marking do not predominate.
Intelligent, alert and affectionate, border collies makes a good pet for the owner who wants an active dog. They are exceptionally good at retrieving/catching balls and frisbees. It is important to socialize them as puppies, exposing them to other people, children and dogs to prevent shyness as an adult..Click here for a list of Border Collie puppies for sale and adoption! Click here for More Info If you are looking for Border Collie breeders click here: Border Collie breeders. |  |  |  |  |
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