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Border Collies - Dogs - Overview

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Border Collies are known as perfect working dogs. This breed has a boundless energy source and tends to devote itself to work. Strive for work and outstanding temperament make the Border Collie a wonderful breed for those who value affectionate pets and hard-working dogs. Border Collies are used for herding. They are famous for their habit to eye sheep and keep them in control absolutely. A working Border Collie will always notice everything that is going on at the moment near the herd. If the herd is moving in a wrong direction, a Border Collie will take care of everything. It will react immediately and do its best to manage sheep. Border Collies are considered one of the best herding breeds. They are also valued for their intelligence and physical attributes.

Border Collies - Dogs - Description

Border Collies are medium-sized dogs. The Border Collie stands about 18-21 inches at the shoulder. The dog weighs about 30-44 lbs. They are agile and are easy to train. The breed tends to be playful, yet is always eager to work. Border Collies come in various colors. However, white should not dominate. The coat is weather resistant. Border Collies were bred as herding dogs. Therefore, physical and temperament qualities were the subject to perfection for years.

The Border Collie has a broad skull. The nose is usually black. However, brown colored dogs have a brown nose. The oval eyes are set well apart in the Border Collie. The semi-erect ears are carried erect. A long muscular neck goes well with the strong body that should never be too massive, though. The bones should not be too heavy. The Border Collie has a low set tail with an upward lock that reaches the hock. When in action, Border Collies carry the tail high.

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