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	American Kennel Club - Border Collie dog dogs puppy puppies
		The Border Collie is a well balanced, medium-sized dog of athletic appearance, displaying style and agility in equal measure with soundness and strength.
		The Border Collie is extremely intelligent, with its keen, alert expression being a very important characteristic of the breed.
		The Border Collie's most used working gaits are the gallop and a moving crouch (stealth) which convert to a balanced and free trot, with minimum lift of the feet.
	www.akc.org /breeds/border_collie/index.cfm (1472 words)

	A Border Collie Warning
		Additionally, Border Collies tend not to use force (initially) to drive the livestock where they want to but rather, use what is known as "eye", a sort of threatening stare-down that intimidates the stock into moving in the desired direction.
		Border Collies can remain confined to the house all day while you are away at work but do not expect to come home and relax.
		Border Collies have a difficult time learning to generalize, basically because it takes a dog that is less "critical" to be able to follow a sloppy command.
	www.bcrescue.org /bcwarning.html (2468 words)

	Border Collie Breed Profile
		Although the Border Collie is bred for its abilities and natural herding instinct rather than for appearance, they were officially recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1994 and are now allowed to compete in conformation classes (for AKC Championships).
		Border Collie lovers learn to accept these typical quirks as part of their charm and personality, even if not preferred.
		Although some Border Collies end up in shelters as stray or lost dogs, many are owner-relinquished due to "lack of time" and the inability to meet the dog's emotional and physical needs.
	www.rescueeverydog.org /collie_breed.html (1223 words)

	Border Collie - Doggiewoggie - All About Dogs
		Although working Border Collie handlers sometimes have superstitions about the appearance of their dogs (many handlers do not prefer red dogs, or mostly white dogs), in general a dog’s appearance is considered to be irrelevant.
		Many Border Collies end up in shelters or rescue groups because families, attracted by their appearance, discover that they cannot provide the attention and effort required for this driven, active, easily bored breed?though this problem can be alleviated by giving the dog lots of mental and physical stimulation.
		Border Collies love to play and do not always know when to stop on their own; owners must ensure that they do not overexert themselves, especially in hot weather, which can be dangerous.
	doggiewoggie.com /dog-breeds/border-collie (1616 words)

	Dog Owner's Guide Profile: The Border Collie
		Border Collies excel in agility as well as obedience competition, but their crowning achievement is in the sheep pasture where they gather the flock and, at the shepherd's direction, move it to greener pastures or to close confinement in paddock or barn.
		The Border Collie was born in the British Isles and grew to maturity in the border country of England and Scotland.
		The US Border Collie Club is dedicated to maintaining the breed's skill as a shepherd's dog; many club members depend on their dogs to tend the flocks and many train their dogs to compete in herding tests and trials to prove their prowess.
	www.canismajor.com /dog/borderc.html (1542 words)

	Border Collies
		Border Collies are heading or gathering herders, as opposed to heelers: their instinct is to run wide around a herd or flock, gather the animals, and return them to the shepherd.
		Border Collies are highly intelligent and quick learners, but they are slow to mature - they are "puppies" until around 2 or 3 years (or older), and many 10- and 12-year-old dogs are still very lively and full of energy.
		Border Collies won't usually exercise on their own, and merely putting a Border Collie into a fenced area as a form of exercise is not enough for them.
	www.k9web.com /dog-faqs/breeds/bordercollies.html (5674 words)

	Arizona Border Collie Rescue - Adopt A Dog
		Border Collies can also have a greenish cast to their eyes, flecking (although that eye colorations is more common in Australian Shepherds) and eyes of two different colors (called bi-eyed).
		The “traditional” Border Collie is a medium sized dog (35-45 lbs), with a rough (medium long) fl coat color with white markings arranged in the typical “collie” pattern (white blaze on face and white muzzle, white ruff encircling the neck, white chest, four white feet and a white tip on the end of the tail).
		It is also common in Border Collies for the individual dog to have ears that are different (one pricked and one bent), often referred to as mixed ears.
	www.azbordercollierescue.com /bordercollies.asp (1559 words)

	Breed Information
		Many Border Collies end up in shelters, humane societies and rescue organizations when their owners decide that they are just too much trouble to have around because they require so much exercise, attention and training/mental stimulation.
		Border Collies run hard, they will chase children (sometimes nipping them to try to control the movement as they would on stock), they throw toys at you non-stop, they are continually underfoot trying to herd, they chase lights and shadows, they love to chew and dig, they mature slowly, and on and on.
		Border Collies are not the best pet with kids as they see them as a type of livestock to herd.
	www.bordercollie.ca /informat.htm (2175 words)

	Border Collie FAQ>
		In Canada all border collies should be registered through CBCA, as a matter of fact unless the breeder tells you in writing that the dog will not be registered in Canada and as such might not be considered purebred in Canada, Canadian law requires all purebred animals to be registered with their Canadian registry.
		People who use their border collies day in day out to work livestock cannot do so with dogs that are temperamentally or physically unsound.
		Border Collies with their intelligence seem to get into trouble a little more easily than some other breeds if left to boredom but because of their intelligence can also easily be trained to become well mannered companions.
	www.workingbordercollies.ca /BorderCollieFAQ.htm (961 words)

	Border Collie Rescue
		If you're looking for a dog to adopt, answers to your Border Collie questions, or you want to relinquish a dog, this is the first stop.
		The answers to all your questions can be also found in The Book of Border Collie.
		Border Collie Rescue, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
	www.bcrescue.org (173 words)

	Border Collie
		The Border Collie belongs to the pastoral group and is the classic farm dog.
		The 'hypnotic' eye characteristic is probably more defined in the Border Collie than any other breed and it is this quality which makes them so superb in herding sheep, using their eyes to guide a herd without the need to nip or bark.
		The Border Collie's coat is easy to maintain providing he is brushed once a week and any tangles dealt with on a regular basis.
	www.petplanet.co.uk /petplanet/breeds/Border_Collie.htm (910 words)

	Border Collie
		Before you consider bringing a Border Collie into your home, you should read this brochure and, if at all possible, meet and talk with people who currently own Border Collies and are familiar with their uniqueness.
		Border Collies are the result of hundreds of years of breeding dogs that herd sheep.
		Border Collies are not immune to genetic problems that plague all dogs.
	bordercollierescue.co.za /buyersguide.htm (1779 words)

	Border Collies: What's Good About 'Em? What's Bad About 'Em?
		Border Collies are passionate gatherers of cars, bikes, joggers, cats, other dogs, livestock, deer, and running children - poking, pushing, and nipping if the pursued person or animal or object doesn't cooperate.
		Border Collies MUST have frequent opportunities to vent their energy and to use their busy minds to do interesting things.
		Border Collies are one of smartest and most capable breeds in the world.
	www.yourpurebredpuppy.com /reviews/bordercollies.html (1232 words)

	Border Collie Society of America: Rescue
		Living with a border collie is akin to living with another person, some say a toddler as they will get into things if you do not keep them occupied.
		Border Collies may chase and nip at moving objects (a carryover from herding when the dog uses pressure and the grip as a way to control the sheep in the flock).
		Before you decide to bring a Border Collie puppy (link to breeder information or information on raising a puppy) into your family, remember that a young puppy is extremely disruptive, untrained, and requires considerable attention during the first many months.
	www.bordercolliesociety.com /index_bcrescue.htm (1480 words)

	BORDER COLLIE RESCUE OF CALIFORNIA
		If only a Border Collie will do, it would be wise to select an adult Border Collie that has been evaluated for herding instinct and exposed to children and small animals.
		People who do decide to include a Border Collie in their lives, find that they are tireless and talented companions in nearly any active sport or work.
		Border Collies brains need to be stimulated with training activity as well.
	hometown.aol.com /bcrescue/prof/index.htm (482 words)

	The Border Collie
		People who are unfamiliar with Border Collies often look at my two mismatched samples and say "well, they really aren't a breed, are they?" I usually, indignantly, point out that they are one of the oldest breeds, in terms of purposeful selection of breeding stock over the generations.
		Border Collies were shown in the conformation ring in New Zealand and Australia for many years before they were finally recognized in Great Britain (1976) and the United States (1995).
		The Welsh Sheepdog, also referred to as Welsh Collie, is believe to have become established in the 19th century when working collies from Scotland were blended with the old native Welsh breeds such as the Black and Tan Sheepdog, the sable or blue-merle Hillman, and the shaggy Old Welsh Grey.
	www.bordercolliekennel.nl /the_border_collie.htm (3900 words)

	Welcome
		Before you acquire a Border Collie puppy be sure you want to spend two years of training and 12 more of enjoying a highly energetic dog that will anticipate your every move, share your every joy and is always on the go.
		Border collies are different from most other dogs because they are bred to work livestock.
		In this way you can learn which breeders are respected by knowledgeable border collie people, and perhaps get to know a breeder from whom you can not only get a good dog, but learn a lot about this unique and wonderful breed.
	www.bordercolliepuppies.com /Welcome.htm (732 words)

	Border Collie
		A border collie may be the perfect addition for your home or farm. For those who have livestock, the well-bred and trained border collie can signficantly faciliate the completion of day-to-day chores.
		Many farmers cannot imagine raising livestock without their working dog. However, lack of a herding home does not necessarily mean that you should not own a border collie. Likewise, not all farms should have a border collie.
		Because Border Collies are bred almost exclusively for their herding ability they vary greatly in their looks.
	www.geocities.com /black_dog_farm/collie.html (446 words)

	Border Collie Breeders Border Collies at The Pet Directory.us!
		Border Collies are heading or gathering herders, as opposed to heelers: their instinct is to run wide around a herd or flock, gather the animals, and return them to the shepherd.
		Border Collies can be (and are) taught to drive stock away from the shepherd, but they do not usually do it by instinct.
		Border Collies herd livestock, birds, other dogs, cats, children, squirrels, rabbits, deer, bugs, and often lawn mowers, vacuum cleaners, brooms, rakes, and anything else that moves.
	www.thepetdirectory.us /Border_Collie.htm (562 words)

	Border Collie Rescue finding homes for abandoned and mistreated border collies in the midwest.
		Border Collie Rescue finding homes for abandoned and mistreated border collies in the midwest.
		Our purpose is to take in the stray and the unwanted Border Collies and find them homes where they are loved and understood.
		It is our responsibility to give back and to help those Border Collies who would otherwise fall to the wayside. All of the Border Collies in our care are spay/neutered, heartworm tested and current on vaccinations.
	www.wibordercollierescue.com (241 words)

	What to feed a Border Collie
		Therefore, I suggest that Border Collie owners try to feed their present companion pets with foods that contain what this breed requires.
		The Border Collie originated in Scotland and is considered by some to be the grandparent of all collies.
		The Border Collie requires its mineral complex to be from sources that are similar to those found in a coastal environment.
	home.att.net /~wdcusick/BorderCollie.html (1351 words)

	Border Collie Information, Border Collies
		The Border Collies are commonly used in the agility competitions, as sports like agility are right the this intelligent dogs alley.
		Many Border Collies are allergic to fleas and some are prone to epilepsy and deafness.
		One of the most trainable breeds, the Border Collie also serves well as a narcotics and bomb detection dog and is a frequent high performer in obedience, agility, Frisbee(TM) trials, police work, search and rescue, Flyball, performing tricks and competitive obedience.
	www.dogbreedinfo.com /bordercollie.htm (1047 words)

	Border Collie
		The Border Collie, is not only a magnificent sheepdog, but also a great family dog to live with, thanks to his incalculable intelligence which sometimes looks almost human.
		People thinks that a beauty Border Collie, should only be used for Shows, but I must say that it only exists one standard for this breed (it does not exist a different standard for working dogs).
		Borders are very especial, as all the Collie family, one must give time to the Border, and it must exist a good communication between him and his owner, like if they were father and son.
	www.mafaldascollie.net /Maf.borderIngles.2.htm (662 words)

	Border Collie Page (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		The Border Collie derives his name from the border between Scotland and England where these dogs first came to prominence, although the breed was very much developed in Australia.
		The Border Collie's medium, weather-resistant coat is usually fl and white, but fl, white and tan, chocolate and white, blue and white plus red and white are also correct colourings.
		The Border Collie is one of the most versatile of all breeds of dog, it has been bred as a working dog for many years and it's willingness to please, intelligent and active mind, combined with an agile and athletic body make the breed unbeatable in many areas of working activities today
	www.angelfire.com /pa/fancyface (483 words)

	Border Collie - Is the Border Collie the Right Dog for You
		The Border Collie is a highly intelligent, hard-working dog that responds quickly and eagerly to training.
		The Border Collie is famous throughout the world for its tremendous intelligence and its desire to please.
		One Border Collie named Rico was studied by animal psychologist Juliane Kaminski from the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology after his owners reported that he understood more than 200 simple words.
	puppydogweb.com /dogs/bordercollie.htm (557 words)

	Different Looks of the BC
		Because Border Collies are bred for intelligence and working ability and not for looks, there is a great deal of diversity in appearance.
		Red in a Border Collie (which is called chocolate in Australia), is actually liver or brown (as in the Springer Spaniel).
		These dogs are usually born with their white areas completely white and as they grow varying amounts of spots begin to appear in the white areas.
	www.bcrescuetexas.org /bclooks.htm (368 words)

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