border collies

Sheep-driving canines

Border collies is the plural of border collie, a breed of herding dog known for intelligence, athleticism, and intense focus.

Originally bred along the Scottish-English border to work sheep, they remain premier working dogs on farms and dominate competitive herding and agility trials.

Their drive and energy require substantial exercise and mental stimulation: Border collies need a job to do or they'll find one themselves.

Related

trainable · flyball · Scottish Highlands · livestock · stamina · energy levels · trick training · intelligence · quick learner · working dog · dogs · black and white · instincts · obedience · work ethic · puppies · good boy · alertness

Opposites
working dog vs. companion dog

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Small dogs bred for cuddling

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dog size and energy

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intelligence and trainability

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Voiceless breed from Africa

Family

border, collie, borders, bordered, bordering, borderland, borderlands, borderline, cross-border

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G