Border Collies are renowned throughout the world for their skills with a flock. they have a unique look that seems to bewitch sheep - and even to odd stray goose. These canines are very active.
origin: United Kingdom
morphology: lupoid
boys: 53 cm
girls: slightly smaller
grooming: twice annually
Sporty type that loves to work
These sheepdogs have a reputation for tenacity, hard work and obedience. Sheep farmers value their dedication, vigilance, responsiveness and all-round intelligence. Border Collies must never be anxious or aggressive. When not looking after sheep, they enjoy a variety of activities from flyball, agility and obedience to dog dancing. A dog with its primary instincts intact, and committed to getting the job done.
Elegance
A well proportioned, smooth outline that is graceful, elegant and perfectly balanced, plus sufficient substance to give an impression of endurance. Any coarseness or lack of body is undesirable.
Head:
Moderately broad skull without pronounced occiput. The cheeks should be neither full nor rounded. Moderately short and strong muzzle that tapers to the tip of the nose.
Ears:
Medium - sized with medium texture. Set well apart and carried pricked or semi-pricked. Sensitive to the slightest sound.
Body:
Athletic, with well sprung ribs; longer than height to the withers.
Tail:
Moderately long with bone reaching at least to the hock.
Colour:
All colours are acceptable, although white must not be dominant.
Coat:
Two varieties: moderately long and short. Dense topcoat of medium texture and soft, tight undercoat.
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