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Rough Collie
Gran Bretaรฑaa FCI 156 . Sheepdogs

Origin: Scotland, United Kingdom
Character: Quiet and affectionate
Weight: 15 to 34 Kg
Height: 55,8 to 66 cm.
Life expectancy: 14 - 16 years

The Rough Collie he is a very sweet and affectionate dog, maybe a little shy.

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History

The Rough Collie is one of the Collie breeds medium-sized and long-haired who was born in Scotland in the early 1800.

As he Rough Collie as the Smooth Collie , they are descended from a variety of grazing dogs from Scotland and Wales.

  • The variety of Scotland, It is characterized for being a strong dog, large, aggressive, raised to care for flocks of sheep in the Highlands, an all terrainโ€ฆ
  • The variety of Wales, However, was a small dog, agile, home and cuddlier, and also pastor of goats.

From the crossing of these two varieties of shepherd dogs are born the precious Collie who we call today Rough Collie and Smooth Collie.

After the industrial revolution, owning a dog became fashionable, people began to acquire copies and began to expand and cross with other breeds. Y, there is a theory that says that those first Collie, were crossed with a Borzoi (Russian Hunting Sighthound) in order to obtain a more โ€œnobleโ€ head (finest), what is today one of the true characteristics of the Rough Collie. But in reality, is not known conclusively if it crosses with the Borzoi It took place on the main stream of the race.

But fashions change as the wind blows... Like for example, When the Queen Victoria acquired a Border Collie, After seeing one in the Balmoral Castle, the Collie they became something like a fashion item.

The issue is that, the Collie they were distributed around the map and continuous reproduction in order to improve the breed for exhibitions, He carried that drastically changed the appearance of the dogs, in the decade of 1960, the Collie was much higher than today.

At the first dawn of the breed the dogs were more robust and resistant, they could travel great distances throughout the day and conserve energyโ€ฆ

Although many theories try to explain them, Unfortunately, the exact origins of the Collie are veiled in darkness. The race has been the subject of much research and speculation. The origin of the word "Collie" is as uncertain as information about the origin of the breed. In the century 18, the natural home of Rough Collie I was in the Highlands of Scotland lands, where it had been used for centuries as a herding dog. Dogs were bred with great care in order to assist their masters in grazing and the monitoring of their flocks.

In the UK the Rough Collie no longer used for cattle grazing, After having been replaced by the Border Collie. Although in the United States and several European countries, there has been a revival in the use of Collie like a working and performance dog, already not are seen as old.

The Club Collie of America was founded the 26 in August of 1886, What makes it one of the oldest clubs in the race. The original club's goal was "the furtherance and improvement of the breed of Border Collie.". From there the first official standard of the breed was drawn up Collie. The celebration of the centenary of the club took place in 1986. Y, Although a lot of time has passed and many things have changed... the objective of the Club remains the same. The Collie Club in England dates of 1881 (Although officially, The American club is oldest...).

The Rough Collie was exhibited for the first time in 1860 in the Birmingham, England, at the dog show ยซScotch Shee-pdogยซ. In 1879 the first Rough Collie it was imported to England. And from there are the pillars of the race.

With the turn of the century, this breed was already in a state of continuous development. This dog continued to flourish in England. As a result of imports, the race progressed rapidly between the years 1900 to 1920. These dogs built the foundation on which the Rough Collie of today and paved the way for the rise of the great and famous American dog kennels in the years 1920 and 1930.

One of them and perhaps the one that catapulted the Rough Collie, He was the author Albert Payson Terhune devoted almost all his life to these dogs. Albert Payson Terhune (21 december 1872 until 18 february 1942) was an American author, Collie dog breeder, and journalist. The public knows him so much for his novels related to the adventures of his beloved Collie, as for its famous hatcheries "Sunnybankโ€, from which the bloodlines of specimens of Rough Collie who live among us today.

Physical characteristics

One of the characteristic features of the Long-Haired Collie is its delicately pointed head and snout.. It resembles a wedge decline gently from the ears until the black nose. The snout is rounded and never square. The eyes are of medium size and Pacific way. The ears are supposed to be semi erect, folded in the upper third. In appearance they are very similar to the dog Shetland Sheepdog, but larger.

Regarding the coat of hair of the Rough Collie, the admitted colors are:

  • Sable color: Where sable or grey goes from Pale to mahogany.
  • Blackbird: the blue Merle, It is a mottled grey.
  • Tricolor: It is mainly Tan.

All have white areas, in the neck, the back of the legs, and usually the tip of the tail. Some may have white fringes on the face. The American Kennel Club supports white, where is the dog predominantly white with spots of the sable color, Tricolor and blue Merle, in the head and patches in the body as a.

It has dual layer, the woolly, dense subpelo, It is covered by a layer of hair is long and rough exterior with a remarkable necklace around the neck, feathers on the legs, a skirt in the abdomen, and a steering wheel in the rear quarters.

The outer layer needs brushing frequent, careful to keep it free from spikes and thorns, he has long hair and it looks like Velcroโ€ฆ Shearing it is very damaging to the skin and some do not grow back a significant amount of hair after being shaved.

The desired size and weight vary between the breed standards of the different kennel clubs., but trying to balance the measures... a Rough Collie male measures 55,8 to 66 cm in height to the cross, females tend to be a 5 shorter centimeters. Males weigh in 20 to 34 Kg and females are generally lighter (of 2 to 5 fewer kilos).

Character and skills

The Rough Collie it is a dog that never shows nervousness or aggression, and they are generally good with children and other animals. But, They must be well socialized to prevent shyness. Although they are medium-sized to large dogs, It adapts very well to life in small apartments, because of his quiet nature.

Like many dogs grazing, the Rough Collie can be very vocal (robberโ€ฆ), and in some cases it is difficult to correct them. They are very loyal and excellent with children, provided have been well socialized and trained. They are always eager to learn and respond better to a gentle hand. They enjoy human company and the warmth of home.

To rememberโ€ฆ The character of โ€œLassieโ€ created by the British author Eric Knight was a Rough Collie, It is probably the most famous dog in the world, fictional character who participated in various films, TV series and books for years.

That character inspired screenwriter Hugo Butler in the movie โ€œLassie Come Homeโ€, under the direction of Fred M. Wilcox, in the year 1943. Film that definitively launched the beautiful Rough Collie.

Health ยซLong-Haired Collieยป

All dogs have the potential to develop genetic health problems, just as all people have the potential to inherit a particular disease. Run, do not walk, from any breeder that does not offer a health guarantee on puppies, to tell you that the breed is 100 percent healthy and has no known problems, or tell you that your puppies are isolated from the main part of the home for health reasons. A reputable breeder will be honest and open about the breed's health problems and the incidence with which they occur in their lines.. The Collie you are prone to a host of health problems. Here is a brief summary of what you should know.

Collies can be affected by a number of genetic health problems, including multiple drug sensitivities due to a mutation in the multidrug resistance gene (MDR1). Dogs with this mutation can have serious or fatal reactions to a number of common drugs., such as preventive ivermectin against heartworm and loperamide, a human antidiarrheal agent that is sometimes used in dogs. Detecting these diseases not only in the parents of your puppy, but also in your dog, it's a life-saving need. The test is simple and only requires a cheek smear.; information on how to test your dog can be found here.

Eye problems are also a serious concern in the breed. One of the most intractable is progressive retinal atrophy (ARP), but luckily the gene for detection was recently identified and a genetic screening test will be available as soon as this year, after which all breeders should have ARP clearances on all their breeding dogs.

The eye abnormality Collie is a group of mild to severe eye disorders. They are present at birth, and can be detected in puppies between five and eight weeks of age. Your puppy's breeder should examine the eyes of all dogs in the litter before selling them.. Have a Certified Veterinary Ophthalmologist regularly examine your Collie's eyes. Reputable Collie breeders don't just check their breeders' eyes, but also those of all puppies offered for sale. Do not buy a Collie from a breeder who has not examined puppies' eyes or does not offer a certificate of their eye status.

Unfortunately, the Rough Collie they can also be affected by a number of health conditions for which there are no screening tests. These include epilepsy, as well as a condition called bloating, in which the stomach expands with air. This can become the most serious condition, gastric torsion, if the stomach twists on itself, cutting off blood flow. Gastric torsion suddenly hits, and a dog that was fine a minute can die a few hours later. Watch for symptoms such as restlessness and gait, babeo, pale gums and lip licking, try to vomit but without bringing out anything, and signs of pain. Gastric torsion requires immediate veterinary surgery, and most dogs that have bloated once will bloat again. That means it's wise to opt for the procedure known as "gastric torsion.", which will prevent the stomach from twisting in the future.

Not all of these conditions are detectable on a growing puppy, and it is impossible to predict if an animal will be free of these diseases, so you need to find a reputable breeder who commit to raise healthier animals possible. Must be able to produce independent certification that the dog's parents (and grandparents, etc.) have been examined for common defects and considered healthy for breeding. That's where health records come in..

Careful breeders screen their breeding dogs for genetic diseases and breed only the healthiest and best looking dogs, but sometimes mother nature has other ideas and a puppy develops one of these diseases despite good husbandry practices. Advances in veterinary medicine mean that in most cases dogs can still live a good life. If you are going to have a puppy, ask the breeder about the ages of the dogs in their lines and what they died of.

Remember that after you have welcomed a new puppy into your home, has the power to protect you from one of the most common health problems: the obesity. Keeping a Collie at the right weight is one of the easiest ways to extend its life.. Make the most of your preventive skills to help ensure a healthier dog for life.

Grooming ยซLong-Haired Collieยป

Both varieties of Collie have double layer, which means they have a thicker, softer inner layer and a thinner, flatter outer layer. The Rough Collie has a beautiful, voluminous coat that seems to need a lot of grooming, but it's not like that. Thorough brushing every one to two weeks will keep the coat healthy and tangle free. The coat of the Smooth Collie it's a piece of cake. Brush it weekly with a rubber brush or soft brush to remove dead hair. Your Collie should not need a bath more than once a month..

The Rough Collie they go through a heavy shedding twice a year, floating dumb call. During this time, brush daily to keep all hair down under control. The Smooth Collie doesn`t blow his coat, but throughout the year he loses more hair than he Rough Collie.

The rest is basic care. Trim nails as needed, usually every few weeks. It shouldn't take so long that you can hear the click on the floor.. Brush your teeth daily to improve general health and breath.

Characteristics "Rough Collie"

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Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group :
  • Section : . .

Federations:

  • FCI โ“˜, AKC โ“˜, ANKC โ“˜, CKC โ“˜, โ€‹KC โ“˜, NZKC โ“˜, UKC โ“˜

    • FCI breed standard "Rough Collie"

    Origin:
    Scotland, United Kingdom

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    08.10.2012

    Use:

    Shepherd dog.



    General appearance:

    Appears as a dog of great beauty, standing with impassive dignity with no part out of the proportions of the whole. The physical structure with lines of strength and activity, without being rough or with coarse features.

    Your expression is the most important. This is obtained by a perfect balance and combination of the skull and the muzzle., size, shape color and placement of the eyes, correct position and bearing of the ears.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Friendly disposition without traces of nervousness or aggressiveness. A great companion dog, friendly, happy and active. Good with children and other dogs.

    Head:

    The properties of the head are of great importance and must be considered in proportion to the size of the dog. Seen from the front or in profile the head resembles a well-chiseled blunt wedge with smooth exterior lines.. The sides taper gradually and smoothly from the ears to the end of the black nose.. Profile view, The top of the skull and the top of the snout form two right parallel lines of equal length divided by the stop. A midpoint between the inner corner of the eyes (which is the center of a correctly placed stop) is the center of balance in the length of the head. The depth of the skull from the eyebrow to the bottom of the jaw should never be excessive. (Total depth).

    Cranial region:
    • Skull: Plano.
    • Depression links (Stop): Slight but noticeable.

    facial region:

    • Truffle: always black
    • Snout: Smooth termination, blunt snout well rounded, never square. Not pointed.
    • Jaws/Teeth: Strong jaws, well-defined lower jaw. Good size teeth. A perfect, full and regular scissor bite, that is to say, incisors
      The upper ones cover the lower ones in close contact and are set squarely in relation to the jaws..
    • Cheeks: Cheek bones not prominent.
    • Eyes: Very important feature giving a smooth expression. Medium-sized (never too small), placed somewhat obliquely, almond-shaped and dark brown in color, except in the cases of the blue blackbird where the eyes frequently (one or both or part of one or both) are blue or stained blue.
      Smart expression with a quick and alert gaze when attentive.
    • Ears: Small, not too close together at the top of the skull, not too far apart. At rest the bearing is backwards but when alert it carries them forward with a semi-erect bearing, This is, about two-thirds of the ear erect and the upper third forward naturally, below horizontal.

    Neck:

    Muscular, strong, long Middle, well arched.

    Body:

    • Back: companies.
    • Pork loin: Slight elevation.
    • Breast : Deep, somewhat wide behind the shoulders, well arched ribs

    Tail:

    Long reaching at least to the hock joint. Low carriage when at rest but with a slight upward curve at the end. Can be worn happily when excited but never on the back.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

    • Shoulder: Leaning and well angulated.
    • Elbows: Never turned in or out.
    • Forearm: Straight and muscular forelimbs with moderate round bone structure.
    • Previous feet: Oval, well padded ear cushions. Toes arched and close together.

    LATER MEMBERS:

    • Thigh: Muscular.
    • Knee: Well angled.
    • Leg: Clear and sinewy.
    • The Hock joint: Very low and strong.
    • Hind feet: Oval, well padded ear cushions. Toes arched and close together. Somewhat less arched than the previous ones.

    Movement:

    Distinctive feature of the breed. A correct dog never turns his elbows out, moves with feet earlier comparatively closer together. Braid, crossing or rolling is highly undesirable. Hindquarters from the hock joint to the floor, seen from behind they should be parallel and not too tight, Seen on side, the movement is smooth. Powerful hind limbs with full thrust. You want a reasonable long stride and should be light and appear effortless. Absolute correctness is essential.

    Mantle

    Fur: Mark the outer line of the body, very profuse. The outer hair is straight and hard to the touch, soft inner hair, plush and very tight usually covering the skin. Very abundant mane and necklace, mask and smooth face, ears smooth to the tip but with a little more hair towards the base. Forelimbs well covered with long hair, hindlimbs on hocks profusely covered with hair but smooth below hock joint. Very abundant hair on the tail.

    • Color: Cebellina, sable and white, tricolor and blue blackbird.
    • Cebellina: and shaded from light gold to dark mahogany or nuanced sable. Highly undesirable is a light straw or cream color.
    • Tricolor: Predominantly black with deep tan markings on limbs and head. An oxide dye on the outer hair is highly undesirable.
    • blackbird blue: Predominantly clear, silver blue, splashed or marbled with black. Intense fire marks are preferred but their absence should not be penalized. Big black markings, Slate color or rust tones on both the exterior and interior hair are highly unwanted.

    All should have the typical white Collie markings to a greater or lesser degree..

    The following brands are preferable: White collar, in whole or in part, white bib, limbs and feet, white tail tip. A white list on the muzzle or skull or both.

    Tpredominant white or white ear is highly undesirable.



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross:

    • Males: 56 - 61 cm..
    • females: 51 - 56 cm..


    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria should be considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog and the ability of the dog to perform its traditional task.

      FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

      โ€ข Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
      โ€ข Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.



    N.B.:

    โ€ข Males must have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
    โ€ข Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

    The latest changes are in bold.

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Collie, Scottish Collie, Long-Haired Collie, English Collie, ยซLassieยป dog (English).
    2. Colley ร  poil long, berger รฉcossais (French).
    3. Rough Collie, LANGHAARIGER SCHOTTISCHER SCHAFERHUND (German).
    4. Rough collie (Portuguese).
    5. Pastor escocรฉs de pelo largo (espaรฑol).

    creators of Rough Collie in Spain


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    Breeders of the breed "Rough Collie"

    Criadores de Collie de Pelo Largo o Rough Collie en Espaรฑa

    Where can we find out...

    Collie Club of Spain

    Email: infocollieclub@gmail.com

    Collie breeders list of hair long or Rough Collie recommended and recognized by the Collie Club of Spain:

    Other breeders…

    • Rough Collie Canary (Tenerife). Tel: 697799449.

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    Pembroke Welsh Corgi
    Gran Bretaรฑaa Gales- FCI 39 . Sheepdogs

    Origin: United Kingdom, Wales
    Character: Intelligent and alert
    Weight: 8 to 11 Kg
    Height: 25 to 30 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12 - 14 years

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is extremely intelligent, affectionate and possesses a great personality.

    Corgi Galรฉs de Pembroke

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    Characteristics "Pembroke Welsh Corgi"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed"Pembroke Welsh Corgi" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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    History

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi (Corgi) It is a small dog native of Great Britain. He has served for centuries as a shepherd, still considered one of the oldest dogs of Great Britain. There is another Welsh race, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi of very similar characteristics, Although of larger size and long tail.

    There are different theories about the origins of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. It is believed that the two varieties Corgi they are descended from the dog of the Visigoths who introduced the Vikings in Wales to 9th century. Or the Cardigan may be the oldest variety, introduced the Celts into Wales around the year 1200 (name Corgi comes from the Celtic word "corgi" which means "dog").

    According to other sources, the Pembroke variety was brought to Wales by Flemish weavers in the 12th century. Independently, What was the origin of the breed, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi was developed in Pembrokeshire) and it was used to guide cattle mordisqueando its paw and barking. The varieties Pembroke and Cardigan They interbred freely until the 1970s. 30. From then on, breeders attempted to emphasize their differences.

    Another theory posits that the two varieties of Corgi have a common origin which is the cross between a Shetland Sheepdog and Sealyham terrier.

    This race was used for grazing. The poor peasants of the time were allowed to pasture in the open fields of the Crown, this absence of fences put the cattle at risk of getting lost or dispersing and made a fast dog necessary, clever and who could move smoothly between the livestock. The Pembroke is this kind of dog, that pushes the cattle by the heels. His short height allowed him to run under cattle without being kicked.. It has evolved as a domestic animal, and it is the favorite breed of the English Royal family. It is a constant companion and an excellent guardian.

    Physical characteristics

    Although Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Pembroke they are relatives, his description of race is completely different. The Pembroke It is small in size, strong, robust Constitution, alert and active, It gives the impression of strength and stamina in a small body.

    Head recalls by the shape and appearance to the Fox, with an expression alert and intelligent. The tail is short, preferably natural, When the puppies are not born rabones tail amputates almost completely.

    The hair is fairly long and smooth, in various colors such as red, Jet, beige or black and Tan, usually with white spots, is a truly beautiful dog.

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi average has a height of 25 to 30 cm., unato length of 30 to 38 cm and a weight of 11 to 14 kg. Their life expectancy is of 12 to 14 years.

    Observations

    In England the Corgi de Pembroke is much more popular than Cardigan Welsh Corgi. Perhaps the most obvious reason for that popularity is that Pembroke is the favorite of the royal family, in particular of Queen Elizabeth II. Outside of England the Cardigan is still less known than the Corgi.

    Character and skills

    It is a very active dog, but the tendency to have them as pets in small homes reduces its activity. If this excesses are added in their food taken quickly to obesity.

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is extremely intelligent and loving, with a great personality, very active and worker. Very adaptable to the farms and also, It is a perfect companion dog for children if it is treated properly and barks only occasionally..

    Food

    An average dog requires of 150 to 300 grams of balanced commercial feed per day. A fairly common feature of Corgi is their voracity, leading you to overeat which makes you feel like you are never full; You must limit your intake.

    Health

    By the length of the spine are particularly sensitive to overweight which can produce osteoarthritis that reduces your life expectancy and the quality of the same.

    This race also has a tendency to hip dysplasia (polygenetic origin), the falls, retinal dysplasia, von Willebrand disease and degenerative myelopathy.

    Images "Pembroke Welsh Corgi"

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 1 Herding dogs, Section 1 Sheepdogs โ“˜
    • – AKC – PASTORAGE โ“˜
    • – ANKC – Group 5 (working dogs) โ“˜
    • – CKC – Group 7 – Herding dogs โ“˜
    • – โ€‹KC – Pastoral โ“˜
    • – NZKC – Working dog โ“˜
    • – UKC – Herding dogs โ“˜

    FCI breed standard "Pembroke Welsh Corgi"

    Origin:
    United Kingdom, Wales

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    4.11.2010

    Use:

    Shepherd dog.



    General appearance:

    It is a small dog, strong, robust Constitution, alert and active, It gives the impression of strength and stamina in a small body.

    important proportions:

    The length of the muzzle should be 3/5 the length of the skull.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Sociable and friendly, never nervous or aggressive.

    Head:

    The head resembles that of the fox due to its shape and appearance, with an expression alert and intelligent.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull: The skull is quite wide and flattened between the ears.
    • Depression links (Stop): Slightly marked.

    facial region:

    • Truffle: black.
    • Snout: Narrowing slightly.
    • Jaws / Teeth: Must have strong jaws, with healthy teeth, complete and scissor bite, that is to say, that the internal face of the upper incisors is in contact with the external face of the lower incisors, and well positioned in the jaws.
    • Eyes: Well-placed, round, medium in size and brown in color that harmonizes with the mantle.
    • Ears: Medium-sized, upright and slightly rounded. If a straight line is drawn from the tip of the nose passing through the eyes and continues, I should cross the tip of the ears or be tangent to it.

    Neck:

    Moderately long.

    Body:

    The body is medium long, well sprung ribs, the lumbar region should not be short. Slightly tapered when viewed from above. Horizontal top line, the chest is broad and deep and well descended between the extremities.

    Tail:

    Short, naturally preferable.
    • amputee: Short.
    • Without amputating: Inserted at the same level as the upper line, carried low, not curled on the back. Carried along the same line as the back in motion, low at rest. Too high or too low insertion is undesirable.


    Tips

    Former members
    • Shoulder: Well bent backs, forming an angle of 90 ยฐ with the arms
    • Arms: Arms conform to the shape of the chest.
    • Elbows: The elbows close to the body, neither loose nor too tight.
    • forearms: Short forearms and as straight as possible. Strong skeleton in all its extension to the feet.
    • Previous feet: Oval; with strong fingers, well arched and together. The middle fingers slightly exceed the sides; the pads should be strong and well-rounded. Nails must be short.
    Former members
    • General appearance: Strong and flexible. Short hindquarters with good bones all the way to the feet..
    • Knees: Well angulated.
    • Hocks: Seen from behind they should be parallel.
    • Hind feet: Oval; with strong fingers, well arched and together. The middle fingers slightly exceed the sides; the pads should be strong and well-rounded. The
      nails must be short.

    Movement:

    Your movement must be lively and lively, elbows neither loose nor too close together. The forelimbs should be directed forward, without lifting them much, in harmony with the propeller action of the posterior limbs.

    Mantle

    • Fur :Medium long, smooth and with a dense undercoat. It should never be smooth, wavy or very hard (wire).
    • Color : Uniform colours: Red, carbonated leonado, black and tan, with or without white spots on the limbs, chest and neck. Small white spots are allowed on the head and forehead.


    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross:

    Approximately between 25,4 and 30,5 cm..

    Weight

    • Males: Among 10 and 12 kg.
    • females: Among 10 and 11 kg.


    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and its severity is considered with respect to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog., and the dog's ability to perform its traditional task.

    disqualifying fouls:

    • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
    • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.


    N.B.:
    • Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum.
    • Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for breeding.

    The latest changes are in bold.

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Pembroke, PWC, Pem, Corgi, Welsh Corgi (English).
    2. Welsh Corgi Pembroke (French).
    3. Welsh Corgi Pembroke (German).
    4. Welsh Corgi Pembroke (Portuguese).
    5. Welsh Corgi Pembroke (espaรฑol).

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    Cardigan Welsh Corgi
    Gales FCI 38 - Sheepdogs

    Origin: Wales
    Character: Active and loving
    Weight: 11 - 17 kg
    Height: 27 - 32 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12 - 15 years

    Corgi-Cardigan Welsh-de-

    Affectionately called the "garden dog" in his native Wales, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi is active, fun and very affectionate.

    Content

    History

    It is believed that the Cardigan Welsh Corgi It is the oldest of the two races Corgi. Although nobody knows for sure, their ancestors may have come to Wales with the ancient Celts who migrated from Central Europe. The dog we know today comes from the hills of Cardiganshire, that were once full of farms and valleys that were perfect for raising cattle. His predecessors had cattle to market, their heels for cattle moved, and they deviated from the path if cattle drew back.

    Industrialization ended the usefulness of the Corgi on the farm, and people began to cross with other dogs herding breeds, including Collies and the first Pomeranian, which they were much larger than the current standard of Pomeranian. The crossing with Collie You may have thrown the blue merle color to the genetic background of the Cardigan.

    For a while, it seemed that the Cardigan he would go the way of the dinosaurs because he was less popular than his cousin, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. At any given time, both they were considered the same race, but the Kennel Club separated in 1934, giving the cardigans better chance of surviving on their own.

    Physical characteristics

    The Cardigan Welsh Corgi It is best described as a Pembroke tailed, but it stands out from his cousin, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, in other respects. The Cardigan has larger, rounder ears and comes in a variety of colors, including tricolor (black and white, with tans or brindle points), blue merle, striped, marten and red. Most Cardis also have white markings on their necks., the chest, paws and tail tip. They weigh between 11 and 17 Kg, which makes them a little larger than Pembroke.

    Although Cardigan and Pembroke Welsh Corgi were developed in Wales, They have different ancestors: twin sons of different mothers, it could be said. The Cardigan, nicknamed the garden dog in his home county of Cardigan, shares ancestors with another long race, the Sausage dog.

    Character and skills

    The fun Cardigan Welsh Corgi it's a classic herding dog: even, loyal and loving. His real goal in life is to spend time and please his people. Its moderate size and activity level make it adaptable to any type of home or family, and it is robust and tolerant of children and other pets. In fact, the company of another dog or cat is a great benefit to him.

    Cardigans may not seem athletes, but they are agile. You will be surprised how fast you can run a Corgi when chasing a ball or compete in agility trials. If you can deviate from the path of mad cow, certainly you can browse frames, tunnels, jumps and other obstacles. Cardi has a lot of resistance, You can even walk the trails, but also it conforms with a short walk or play on the playground.

    Start training your puppy the day you bring him home. Even at eight weeks old, He is able to absorb everything you can teach you. Don't wait until you have 6 months to start train or have to deal with more stubborn dog. If possible, take him to puppy kindergarten class when he's between 10 and 12 weeks, and socializes, socialice, socialice. But, Note that many kinds of training puppies require certain vaccinations (such as kennel cough) stay up to date, and many veterinarians recommend limited exposure to other dogs and public places until puppy vaccinations (including rabies, distemper and parvovirus) They are completed. Instead of formal training, You can start training your puppy to socialize at home and among family and friends until immunizations are completed in the puppy.

    Of course, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi be wary of strangers, thanks to its heritage grazing, so early socialization is important. To counter this trend, invite people to your house, to be used to receive regular visits.

    Health of the "Cardigan Welsh Corgi"

    The Cardigan Welsh Corgi they are a generally healthy breed, but they are susceptible to some health conditions, including intervertebral disc disease and eye problems such as progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) and cataracts.

    Veterinarians can not predict whether an animal will be free from these diseases, so it is important to find a reputable breeder and insist on seeing an independent certification that the parents of the dog have been examined for defects and considered healthy.

    Careful breeders their dogs examined for genetic diseases, and they only breed the best looking specimens, but sometimes Mother Nature has other ideas and a puppy can develop one of these diseases. In most cases, can still live a good life, thanks to advances in veterinary medicine. And remember that you have the power to protect his Cardigan one of the most common health problems: the obesity. It keep a proper weight is a simple way to extend the life of its Cardi.

    Characteristics "Cardigan Welsh Corgi"

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    Images "Cardigan Welsh Corgi"

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    credits:

    1 – FatFairfax / CC BY-SA
    2 – Wikimaster97commons / CC BY-SA
    3 – RdRnnr / CC BY-SA
    4 – Blue Merle Cardigan Welsh Corgi by WJ van den Eijkhof

    Videos "Cardigan Welsh Corgi"

    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:Group 1 –> Pastor and Boyeros dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs ) / Section 1 –> Pastor dogs. With working trial.
    • FCI 38
    • Federations: FCI โ“˜, AKC โ“˜, ANKC โ“˜, CKC โ“˜, โ€‹KC โ“˜, NZKC โ“˜, UKC โ“˜

      • FCI breed standard "Cardigan Welsh Corgi"

      Origin:
      Wales

      Date of publication of the valid original standard:
      24.06.1987

      Use:

      Shepherd and companion dog.



      General appearance:

      Robust, rustic, restless, able to resist. Length in proportion to height, ending in a fox tail in appearance, inserted in the body line.

      important proportions:

      The length of the muzzle in proportion to the head 3 to 5.



      Behavior / temperament:

      Alert, active and intelligent. Stable neither shy nor aggressive.

      Head:

      With the appearance and shape of a fox head

      Cranial region:
      • Skull: Wide and flat between the ears; thinning towards the eyes above which is slightly domed.
      • Stop: Moderate.

      facial region:

      • Truffle: black, projects slightly, in no way sharp.
      • Snout: Moderately thinning towards the nose.
      • Jaws/teeth: Strong teeth with scissor bite, that is, the upper incisors closely overlap the lower incisors and are positioned vertically in the maxillae.
        The lower jaw has a clean cut. Strong but without prominence.
      • Eyes: Medium-sized, clean, giving a gentle expression, alert but vigilant. Rather separate set with clearly defined angles. Preferably dark, or according to the color of the coat, dark eyelid edge. One or both pale blue eyes, blue or speckled blue are allowed only on blue merles.
      • Ears: erected, in proportion rather large for the size of the dog. The tips slightly rounded, moderately wide at the base and inserted approximately at 8 cm. (3,5 inches) One of another.
        Carried in such a way that the tips are slightly outside in a straight line drawn from the tip of the nose, through the center of the eyes, and inserted well back so that they can rest flat along the neck.

      Neck:

      Muscular, well developed in proportion to the build of the dog, inserting into well-sloped scapulae.

      Body:

      Quite long and strong.

      • top line: To level.
      • Pork loin: Clearly defined waist.
      • Breast : Moderately wide with prominent sternum. deep chest. Well arched ribs.

      Tail:

      Like a fox tail, inserted in line with the body and moderately long (to touch the ground or close to the ground). Carried low at rest but can be raised slightly over the body in motion, not curved over the back.

      Tips

      Of strong bones. Short limbs but the body must be clearly off the ground.

      Former members
      • Blades: Leaning well back, angled approximately in 90 ยฐ With the humerus, muscular.
      • Elbows: Glued to the sides.
      • Forearm: Slightly arched molding to rounded chest.
      • Front feet: Round, tight, rather large and with good foot pads. Slightly turned out.
      Former members

      Strong, well angulated and aligned with muscular thigh and tibia; strong bones to the ground. Short members.

      • Metatarsals: Vertical when the dog is at rest, viewed from the side and from behind.
      • Hind feet: Round, tight, rather large and with good foot pads.

      Movement:

      Free and active, elbows fit close to the sides of the body, neither loose nor tight. Forelimbs reaching well forward without lifting too much, In unison with the thrust action of the posterior train.

      Mantle

      • Fur: Short or medium, hard textured. Weather resistant, with good under-hair. Preferably straight.
      • Color: Any color, With or without white marks but white
        It should not predominate.


      Size and weight:

      Ideal height at the withers: 30 cm.
      The weight is in size proportion, taking into account primarily the balance sheet.



      Fouls:

      Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered a fault and its severity is considered to the degree of deviation from the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog and the dog's ability to perform its traditional task..

      disqualifying fouls:

      • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness
      • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..


      N.B.:

      Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

      Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

      Alternative names:

      1. Cardigan, CWC, Cardi (English).
      2. Cardigan (French).
      3. Cardigan (German).
      4. Cardigan Welsh Corgi (Portuguese).
      5. Cardigan Welsh corgi, Cardi, Corgi (espaรฑol).

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    Border Collie
    Gran Bretaรฑa FCI 297 . Sheepdogs

    Origin: Ireland, United Kingdom
    Character: Very intelligent
    Weight: 16 to 23 Kg
    Height: 43 to 53 cm.
    Life expectancy: 10 - 17 years

    Border Collie

    The Border Collie is regarded as the breed of smarter dogs que existe

    Content

    History

    The Border Collie takes its name from the region of Borders, the border region between Scotland and England, where he has been tending flocks of sheep since ancient times with extraordinary efficiency. For a long time, has remained there out of sight of international canine enthusiasts. So, the official rule was not registered with the FCI until 1976.

    The foundation of the ISDS (International Society of Sheep Dogs) in 1906 marked a turning point in this dog's history. The name of Border Collie then appeared in 1915 to describe these famous "sheepdogs", in recognition of the selection work carried out by the pastoralists of the border regions. The word "border" refers to the border, while the word "Collie" is used to describe a sheepdog.

    The Border Collie owes excellent performance in many disciplines to rigorous and uncompromising selection in a pastoral environment. The different breeds that have stabilized the border are mainly herder breeds (Old English Sheepdog (Bobtail), Bearded Collie…), but also hunting dogs, as the English Pointer and especially the Gordon Setter.

    Like this, the definitive pedigree of Border Collie, and therefore his right to breed dogs with pedigree, directly depends on your herding skills.

    Physical characteristics

    The Border Collie is a dog of medium size, well proportioned, that can weigh between 16 and 23 kg. It has a double cloak of hair that supports various colors, variations of black, toasted and white though white should never be the predominant color, the fur is impermeable, It can be dense and coarse, or dense, soft. The body has athletic appearance, low chest, strong and agile.

    The height varies between 46,5 and 56 centimeters for males and between 46 and 53 centimeters in females. The tail is moderately long, slightly curved, well populated, with a lock of his hair white at the end of the same.

    There are two coat varieties, moderately long and short. In both, the outer layer is dense and has a medium texture; the inner layer is dense and soft, which gives it good protection against the inclement weather. In dogs that have a moderately long fur, the abundant hair is Manes, fringes and tail brush. In the face, ears, previous members (except for the fringes) and later members from hocks to the ground, the hair should be short and smooth.

    Character and skills

    He is loyal to his own and especially to whom he adopts as a leader, with whom he forges an unconditional bond. His gaze is one of his main characteristics., in moments of work he never separates her from her leader, denoting an unusual ability to concentrate in other dog breeds. He is happy when working, enjoy doing it.

    According to the classification made by Stanley Coren after analyzing the responses of more than 200 work of the AKC judges (ยซThe intelligence of dogsยป, Stanley city, Ediciones B, 1995), the Border Collie is the No. 1 from the list.

    It is a clever dog, very acute hearing, with a broad response capacity but, above all, It has a great agility and is owner of extreme intelligence, both functional and obedience.

    His strong herding instinct, coupled with his tenacity and resistance, It places it among the most required to bring races, controlling and driving flocks, proving the best breed of dog existing pastor.

    The Border Collie is regarded as the breed of more intelligent dogs que existe, next to the Golden Retriever and to the German Shepherd, that is why it is so easy to train.

    Itร‚ยดs awake, vigilant, responsive and intelligent. Affectionate and docile, sociable with humans and other animals. He possesses an innate curiosity. It is a working dog and requires exercise in large or open spaces. You need to feel that it is part of a group and it has a function in the same. As it is a herding breed, it needs a lot of daily physical activity..

    Slender, regular and easy, raising little toes, which gives the impression that move furtively and at high speed. The Agility It is a sport open to all those people who have one or more dogs (Whatever your race, with or without pedigree). It consists of the dogs led by their handlers being able to overcome a series of obstacles in order to demonstrate their intelligence., obedience, concentration, sociability and agility.

    The Border Collie stands out in this sport for its physical and mental characteristics. If any of these tests has been occasionally observed, couldn't help but realize that the Border Collie They are present in many of them and they always end up doing it well.

    Did you know??

    The Border Collie they are known as herding dogs, but a dog of this breed currently holds the Guinness World Record for the fastest car window opened by a dog. Striker, a Border Collie from hungary, non electric opened window 11,34 seconds. Awesome!

    Characteristics "Border Collie"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Border Collie" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:Group 1 –> Pastor and Boyeros dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs ) / Section 1 –> Pastor dogs. With working trial.
    • FCI 297
    • Federations: FCI โ“˜, AKC โ“˜, ANKC โ“˜, CKC โ“˜, โ€‹KC โ“˜, NZKC โ“˜, UKC โ“˜

      • FCI breed standard "Border Collie"

      Origin:
      Ireland, United Kingdom

      Date of publication of the valid original standard:
      24.06.1987

      Use:

      Shepherd dog.



      General appearance:

      Well proportioned; the silhouette is harmonious showing quality, grace and perfect balance, combined with enough substance to give the impression of resistance. Any tendency to coarseness or weakness are undesirable.



      Behavior / temperament:

      Tenacious, worker of great docility. Crafty, alert, obedient and intelligent. Neither nervous nor aggressive.

      Head:



      Cranial region:
      • Skull: Quite wide, the occiput is not pronounced.
      • Stop: Very defined.

      facial region:

      • Truffle: black, except in brown specimens (chocolate), in whom the nose may be brown.
      • In the blue specimens,  the nose must have a slaty color. The nostrils must be well developed.
      • Snout: Thinning towards the nose, moderately short and strong.
      • Jaws / teeth: Strong teeth and jaws with perfect and regular scissors bite, that is, the upper incisors closely overlap the lower incisors and are positioned vertically in the maxillae.
      • Cheeks: Neither full nor rounded.
      • Eyes: They must be well separated,  be oval in shape and of moderate size. Its color must be brown, except in the specimens "Merle",  in which one or both, or a part of one or both may be blue.  Sweet expression,  awake,  alert and intelligent.
      • Ears: Medium in size and texture,  placed well apart. They must be carried erect or semi-erect and attentive to the smallest noise.

      Neck:

      Long, strong and muscular, slightly arched and widening towards its insertion in the back.

      Body:

      Athletic in appearance. Slightly longer than the height at the withers.

      • Pork loin: Deep and muscular but not withdrawn.
      • Breast : Deep and quite wide, well arched ribs.

      Tail:

      Moderately long, the last vertebra must reach at least the tibiotarsal joint; low insertion,  well stocked with hair, ends up curving up, which completes the grace of the silhouette and the balance of the dog.  In a state of excitement, The tail can be raised but never taken over the dorsog>

      Tips

      Former members

      Seen from the front,  the forelimbs should be parallel to each other.  Of strong bones,  but not heavy.

      • Blades: Leaning well back.
      • Elbows: Glued to the body.
      • Metacarpus: Viewed from the side slightly inclined.
      • Front feet: Oval; thick footpads, strong and healthy; the fingers should be close together and arched; nails should be short and strong.
      Former members

      Spacious and muscular, its upper profile slopes slightly towards the insertion of the tail.

      • Thighs: Long, wide and muscular.
      • Knees: Well angulated.
      • Hocks: Strong and close to the ground.
      • Metatarsals: From the hock to the ground, the hind limbs should be well boned and parallel to each other when viewed from behind.
      • Hind feet: Oval, thick footpads, strong and healthy; the fingers should be close together and arched; nails should be short and strong.

      Movement:

      Libre, easy and indefatigable, raising your feet as little as possible, which gives the impression of caution and speed.

      Mantle

      • Fur: There are two varieties: Moderately long or short.

      In both, the outer layer is dense and has a medium texture; the undercoat is soft and dense, which gives you good protection against inclement weather. In dogs that have a moderately long coat, abundant hair forms manes, fringes and tail brush.  In the face, ears, previous members (except for the fringes) and later members from hocks to the ground, the hair should be short and smooth.

      • Color: Variety of colors are supported.  White color should never prevail.


      Size and weight:

      Ideal height:

      Males: 53 cm. (21 inches)

      females: slightly less.



      Fouls:

      Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and its severity is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog., and the dog's ability to perform its traditional task.

      disqualifying fouls:

      โ€ข Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
      โ€ข Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.



      N.B.:

      Males should have two normal-looking testicles completely descended into the scrotum..

      โ€ข Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

      The latest changes are in bold.

      Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

      Alternative names:

      1. Scottish Sheepdog (English).
      2. Border collie (French).
      3. Border collie (German).
      4. collie da fronteira (Portuguese).
      5. Collie de la frontera, Collie fronterizo (espaรฑol).

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    Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
    Eslovaquia FCI 332 . Sheepdogs

    Origin: Czechia, Slovakia
    Character: Active, tough and disciplined.
    Weight: 20 - 26 Kg
    Height: 65 cm.
    Life expectancy: 13 - 16 years

    Czechoslovakian Wolf Dog

    Not a dog fit for everyone.

    Content

    History

    The Czechoslovakian Wolfdog It has its origin in the crossing experiments between the "Carpathian Wolf" and the German Shepherd carried out in the former Czechoslovak Socialist Republic from 1955 under the supervision of the SR. Karel Hartl, a renowned Czech cynologist and breeder. The scientific objective of these experiments was to determine the characteristics of these hybrids. (physical appearance, behavior, utility, fertility…), while the military tried to create a breed with the strength of the wolf and the docility of the dog, that could be used as an attack dog.

    The first births took place in 1958 at the border guard kennel in Libejovice, in the south of the country. Brita the wolf and the German Shepherd Cezar z Brezoveho Haje gave birth to 5 Puppies: Brent, Berta, Bono, Betty y Bessy.

    Betty was selected to continue the line at the Libejovice kennel, while his sister Berta was sent to the Samorin kennel (now Malacky) with the same goal. Their pups were used as patrol dogs by border guards, confirming that these hybrids were healthy, functional and fertile.

    After this initial success, the Brita Wolf was able to mate again with a new male German Shepherd named Kurt z Vaclavky. Like this, in 1960, Defender, Bigan, Trophy, Bill and Bima were born in the Libejovice kennel. The male Bikar was chosen to be sent to the Pohranicni kennel in Slovakia to continue this second lineage.

    The experiment stopped at 1965, not without some success: hybrids were able to reproduce, socialize with humans and be trained for different tasks. At the end of the experiment, 16 of these dogs remained in the care of the army, While 18 were given to civil breeders.

    Then new lines were created, as..:

    – Astra (female german shepherd dog) and Argo (Carpathian wolf male) in 1968;
    – Lejdy (female Carpathian wolf) y Boyar from Schotterhof (male german shepherd) in 1972;
    – Urta with the Guardian Guard (third generation hybrid female) and Sarik (male Carpathian wolf) in 1974;
    – Xela with the Guardian Guard (third generation female hybrid) and Sarik (Carpathian wolf male) in 1983.

    Name "Czechoslovakian WolfdogยปIt seems to have become common to designate these hybrids already in the decade of 1960, but it wasn't until 1982 that the efforts of Mr.. Karel Hartl were finally officially rewarded when this new breed was recognized by the Czechoslovakian Dog Breeders Committee, the canine organization of reference in the country.

    It developed quite quickly and to 1991 not less than 1552 Czechoslovakian wolfhounds were entered in the national register of pedigree dogs.

    In 1999, the Czechoslovakian Wolfdog was recognized by the Fรฉdรฉration Cynologique Internationale (FCI).

    In the news, are mainly found in Central Europe, but its popularity is growing rapidly in various Western European countries such as Italy, Germany, Spain and France. In France, for example, little more than 3.000 representatives of the breed have registered with the LOF (Book of French Origins) between 2010 and 2016, and the trend is increasing. His growing renown leads him to the gates of 10 Most popular dog breeds in France.

    On the other hand, the Czechoslovak Wolf dog has not actually crossed the English Channel: it is only one of the breeds recognized by the Kennel Club, the British organization of reference, and the FCI only has one approved kennel in the whole country.

    In United States, the AKC (American Kennel Club) partially recognizes it from 2001: their representatives can participate in competitions organized under the aegis of the organization, but they cannot register in the breed dog registry. On the other hand, the UKC (United Kennel Club) fully recognizes it, and has been doing it since 2006. It also, in 2011 an official breed club was established (el Czechoslovakian Vlcak Club of America). There are currently some 200 specimens in american territory.

    Physical characteristics

    It is a dog of strong constitution, medium-sized and rectangular in structure. It is similar to the wolf in constitution, movement, colors, cloak and mask. The head, symmetrical and well muscled, is shaped like a truncated wedge. the eyes are small, macaroons, amber, with well-attached eyelids.
    Ears are erect, thin, triangular and short. The tail is implanted high, but it hangs straight. When the dog is excited, lifts it up in a sickle.

    Fur: The coat is straight and adherent. In winter it has a very dense undercoat.
    Color: From yellowish gray to silver gray, with characteristic white mask.
    Size: Males measure at least 65 cm.. the females, minimal 60 cm..

    Character and skills

    The Czechoslovakian Wolfdog he is very devoted to his family, including children. But, their rather dominant nature can be problematic for young people. In any case, it is important to socialize him from an early age and never leave a young child alone with a dog, regardless of race.

    He is also sociable with his companions and other pets who live under the same roof., since he is used to their presence relatively early. On the other hand, woe to the cats, small dogs and other rodents that are unfamiliar to you and would have the bad idea to venture into your territory, or that they will meet during a walk: his hunting instincts were then all chances to regain the advantage.

    It also, he is as affectionate with his entourage as he mistrusts strangers: there is also necessary an education and socialization of the puppy started from an early age to avoid any later problem.

    Having a highly developed sense of hierarchy, He must face as soon as possible with his "herd leader", who should show their dog his place in the family hierarchy . The Czechoslovakian Wolfdog he is a dog that cannot stand loneliness, greatly preferring to live in the company of their pack, that is, his family. You are very likely to be unhappy if you have to be alone for long periods of time and are at risk of running away to join your family, or to feel excluded from the "pack" and lose confidence in his master.

    It also, the Czechoslovakian Wolfdog it is a very durable and active breed of dog, able to accompany his master even over very long distances that can exceed even those of a marathon, and whatever the weather conditions. In fact, being able to exercise daily is necessary for your physical and psychological well-being, and allows to avoid the risk of damage caused by the dog . It is an ideal companion for a sports lover who would like to, for example, jogging with your dog , go hiking with your dog or even ride a bike with your dog.. On the other hand, even more than for any other race, your handler should make sure to always be out front and thus show your dog who is the โ€œleader of the packโ€ .

    On the other hand, a person who prefers to spend his free time in front of a screen or immersed in a book is exposed to some difficulties if he thinks about adopting a Czechoslovakian Wolfdog …

    It also, by needing space, the latter is not a recommended breed of dog in apartments : it is much better to have a house with a garden. It is not uncommon to see him playing and sleeping there whatever the weather: it's not very hard, and is able to perfectly withstand bad weather. On the other hand, it is recommended that said garden be perfectly fenced, to avoid the risk of the dog escaping and wandering on public roads.

    The Czechoslovakian Wolfdog very little, if he barks. But when it does, it is impossible not to notice: similar to his ancestors the wolves , its howl is loud and can be heard over long distances. Daily, when you need to express yourself, opt for other means, like moans and grunts .

    Like this, this loyal and active dog will make a firm human companion happiness, sporty and available, but it is not recommended for people who have never had dogs before or who are often absent. In fact, the majority of failed adoptions are due to the fact that the human has not known how to impose himself as "leader of the pack" and / or has not been sufficiently available and active for his partner.

    Last, It should be remembered that this recent breed of dog is still under construction, so excessively fearful or aggressive subjects may appear.

    Price "Czechoslovak Wolf Dog"

    The price of a puppy Czechoslovakian Wolfdog is of some 1250 to 1500 EUR.

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    • FCI breed standard Czechoslovakian Wolfdog

    FCIFCI - Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
    		Dog

    Alternative names:

    1. Czechoslovak Vlcak (English).
    2. ฤŒeskoslovenskรฝ vlฤiak (French).
    3. tschechisch ฤeskoslovenskรฝ vlฤรกk, slowakisch ฤeskoslovenskรฝ vlฤiak (German).
    4. ฤŒeskoslovenskรฝ vlฤรกk (Portuguese).
    5. ฤŒeskoslovenskรฝ vlฤรกk, PLC (espaรฑol).

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    Portuguese Sheepdog (Cรฃo da Serra de Aires)
    Portugal FCI 93 . Sheepdogs

    Origin: Portugal
    Character: Protector and guardian
    Weight: 12 to 18 Kg
    Height: 42 to 55 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12 - 13 years

    Perro de pastor portuguรฉs

    The Portuguese Sheepdog has an excellent herd instinct, always ready to take care of the goats

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    History

    The Portuguese Sheepdog has nearly 100 years.

    This hairy, use livestock and guardian of the plains of the Portugal South may descend from the Berger de Brie, imported by the conde de Castro Guimarรฃes and which in turn bred with local mountain dogs.

    Despite the similarities with the Berger de Brie and the Catalan Sheepdog, there is no reliable evidence to suggest a direct line of descent.

    During the greater part of the last century, the Portuguese Sheepdog was the companion of the shepherds in southern Portugal, but in the Decade of 1970 was almost extinct.

    Fortunately, the beauty of your fur and your docile predisposition came to knowledge of the breeders. Today, many owners in Portugal are owners of this breed and their future is assured..

    Although he is practically unknown outside his native country, This dog of woolly appearance is a class dog, worthy of greater international recognition.
    Owners say these โ€œcuteโ€ little dogs, nicknamed for their peculiar appearance and picturesque expression, have been part of farming and family life for a very long time. As with many working breeds, the ability to work was more important than the appearance, and the standard was not set up to 1930.

    Recognition: CKC, FCI, NKC, APRI, ACR, DRA

    Physical characteristics

    The fur of the < is long and smooth, with a light ripple. Do not have a background layer.

    The colors We accept yellow, the brown, the fawn to red and more or less stained gray with red fire. There may be greater or lesser amount of white hairs scattered around the mantle, but never forming stains, except in the chest.

    The previous tips they are symmetrically covered with long hair.
    It has a beard that gives a mature look. The eyes they are round and dark, with a friendly expression. The ears moderate size usually hang on the sides of the cheeks, Although sometimes clipped. Clipping is prohibited in some European countries. Their feet are particularly adaptable to difficult terrain. Their legs they are strong and their chest deep.

    Males can measure of 45 to 55 cm., while females measure of 42 to 52 cm.. The weight must be between 12 and 18 kg.

    The hair is longer on the head giving these dogs a curious and messy bangs.
    It has a head wide and robust, with a prominent nose and strong jaw. The tail, very close from the base, the high boot, it reaches the Hock and tapered.

    Their life expectancy is of 12-13 years.

    Character and skills

    The Portuguese Sheepdog It is one of the smartest Sheepdogs. This is a great dog, joyful, happy and always ready to work. Very loyal, and paired with their own town.

    The Portuguese Sheepdog needs a well-balanced training. It has a above average intelligence and learns quickly and easily, but he can be stubborn and dominant if they feel that their owners do not have the same mentality. So, It has always been a challenge for pastors. Trained once, This is the dog more reliable an owner may have. It requires educators safe and strong. These dogs can live with other animals, Although some males may try to dominate other males. They can live happily with other pets, provided that they have been properly socialized.

    The Portuguese Sheepdog is usually patient with children, but the males, in particular, they can be very possessive within its territory. This race is reserved with strangers and they do a good job as a watchdog.

    It is very good Shepherd with cattle, that will tirelessly defend. These dogs are known for their fast attitude, intelligent and are particularly good to bringing back stray dogs. They love its owner above all on Earth. Not usually bite unless cause you.

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    FCI breed standard "Portuguese Sheepdog (Cรฃo da Serra de Aires)"

    Origin:
    Portugal

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    04.11.2008

    Use:

    Guard and herding dog on ranches.



    General appearance:

    It is a medium-sized dog, sublongilinear. Appreciable rusticity and sobriety, extremely agile and fast with a wide and suspended movement. Long hair with goat-like texture without undercoat. It has the appearance and attitudes of an ape, which is why it is known in this region as the โ€œmonkey dog.โ€.



    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS: The length of the body is approximately 10% greater than his height at the withers. Chest depth is less than 50 % the height at the withers. The length of the muzzle is 2/3 the length of the skull, the width of the skull is slightly less than its length.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Exceptionally intelligent and very affectionate. He is very dedicated to the shepherd and the cattle he cares for; stay away from strangers and keep watch at night. Nowadays he is also an excellent companion dog., sport and guard. It is highly prized for its ability to keep herds on pasture and to search for escaped animals.. It is alert and vigilant in the presence of predators. The breed is very devoted to its shepherd and his cattle. His work is done with pleasure and pleasure.

    Head:

    Medium-sized (mesocefรกlica), strong, wide; is not long, or large.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull: With a tendency to be square, slightly longer that wide, divergent longitudinal axes of the skull and the muzzle, convex on both axles but more laterally. Supercilii arc is not prominent. Front Groove pronounced stretching towards the middle of the antecara, the areas between the ears are flat with an apparent occipital Protuberance.
    • Depression links: Well defined.

    facial region:

    • Truffle : Well defined, slightly elevated ; the Windows are wide. It is rounded, cylindrical and truncated almost vertically. Preferably black, It can be liver color in yellow or brown animals but it should always be a darker color than the coat..
    • Nose cane: It is short; measured around 2/3 the length of the skull. Almost cylindrical ; the width should be proportional to its length and form. Rectilinear profile, or slightly concave.
    • Lips: Together, non-overlapping. They are thin, firm, almost straight cut. The edges of the same color of the truffle. 
    • Jaws: They have a normal development. Both jaws are in perfect opposition. Complete dentition of 42 teeth white and solid. Scissor bite, accepted a bite in Clip.
    • Eyes: Medium-sized, rounded, preferably color dark but can be Hazel or brown amber color in yellow animals, level without being prominent placement. friendly expression, Intelligent but docile, horizontal, eyelids black or always darker than the hair color and according to the colour of the nose.
    • Ears: High implementation; they are falls, and not bent, When not have been cut off; they are straight when they have been cut off. They have a triangular shape. Thin and soft skin. Medium-sized from the same long than broad (About 10 cm.).

    Neck:

    It joins harmoniously the head and trunk. It is straight and slightly ascending ; supplied thickness. It is not a double chin.

    Body:

    • The top line : Straight or slightly inclined.
    • Cross : Strong, harmoniously combined with the neck and back.
    • Back : Straight or slightly sloping and long. Well muscled, usually twice the length of the spine.
    • Pork loin : Short and arched seen profile; wide and curved, seen from the front, strong muscles and well attached to the back and rump.
    • Rump : Some prominent and slightly inclined, soft, long and half-width, strong muscles.
    • Breast : Up to the height of the elbows, bandwidth and average depth, ribs slightly arched with an oval to leaning back rib cage. The sill is prominent, wide well back and wide.
    • Belly and flanks : Uniformly and slightly ascending.

    Tail:

    High insertion, sharp, arriving at the height of the paw, tapering from the base. Long and covered with abundant hair. When the dog is in motion it is the extension of the top line or it may curve slightly on the top line but never curve on the back.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS: Strong, well aplomados seen from front and profile, and separate, the distance from the cross to the elbows is slightly smaller than the elbow to the ground.

    • Shoulder: Medium length with a 45ยบ inclination, good muscular, scapula and humerus placed at a 90ยบ angle.
    • Arm: Strong and medium length placed at a 45ยบ angle, good muscular.
    • Elbows: Parallels, close to the chest and with a humerus angle โ€“ radius of 135ยบ.
    • Forearm: Long, vertical and well muscled with bones of medium thickness.
    • Carpo: Delgado. It is not prominent.
    • Metacarpus: Normal size and medium length. From top to bottom, and back forward, is not very inclined.
    • Pies: Rounded, not crushed. The fingers are long and together, with a curve. The nails are long, black and strong, or darker than the coat. The pads are thick and tough.

    LATER MEMBERS: Medium width, aplomados seen from front or back, strong giving a perfect impression of strength and agility.

    • Thighs: Medium length and amplitude; good muscular. Hip-femur angle of approximately 105ยบ.
    • Knee joint: Straight view back without leaning neither in nor out. Femur โ€“ tibia angle approximately 130ยบ.
    • Leg: Little inclined; long and well muscled. Strong bones.
    • Tarsus(Hock) : medium width, low placement, strong and slim. Tibia โ€“ tarsus angle approximately 120ยบ.
    • Metatarsus: Normal size, although strong; medium length. It is not very inclined top down, and from front to back. There may be single and double Spurs.
    • Pies: Identical to previous feet in all its aspects.

    Movement:

    Predominantly moves in a lightweight and suspended trot with powerful. The Gallop, When the work required, is energetic.

    Mantle

    • SKIN: Thick, flexible, not too tight. The mucous internal and external are preferably Pigmented.
    • COAT : Smooth or slightly wavy, the goat hair forming a long beard longer with a somewhat rough texture preferably type, whiskers and eyebrows but not covering eyes, thick and evenly distributed on the body including the interdigital spaces. Thickness means without Undercoat or fluff hair. Very long hair on his head, body and members, including the interdigital spaces.
    • HAIR COLOR: The colors are yellow, brown, grey, reddish and Grey Wolf; with light and dark varieties, and more or less marked fire black, with or without white hairs mixed, but never show white spots, except for a small spot in the pectoral region.
    • Skin : The mucous internal and external are preferably Pigmented; the skin is not too stretched.


    Size and weight:

    • In males : of 45 to 55 cm..
    • In females : of 42 to 52 cm..

    WEIGHT :

    • Males and females: 17 to 27 kg.


    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation from the standard and its effect on the health and well-being of the dog..

    SEVERE FAULTS

    • Behavior: Specimens showing nervousness or unbalanced temperament.
    • Jaws: Incorrect implantation of teeth, absence of two premolars (Except PM1)
    • Little marked links depression.
    • Nose is pointed.
    • Overlapping lips, or pendulums.
    • light eyes, small, or non-round, u oblique.
    • Bent or rose-shaped ears.
    • Too narrow banister.
    • Breast : shallow, flat rib cage.
    • Concave upper trunk line, or too steep.
    • Horizontal Croup, or too much fall.
    • Bottom line too thin.
    • Tips: anterior or posterior foot inclined, Garron of cow. Not too straight hind legs.
    • Very low insertion queue, short, or curled over the back when the dog is at rest.
    • White nails.
    • Little wire-haired, or not long enough.
    • Large white patch on the chest region. Fire-coloured stains not defined.
    • Movement: not wide enough, not suspended, elbows out, Paw too together.

    MISS PLAYOFFS

    • Behavior: Aggressiveness or excessive shyness.
    • General appearance: Lymphatic, Lightweight bones. Severe deviations from the important proportions
    • Narrow and long head.
    • flat skull, round, Strait
    • Low-set ears, too separate, erect semi erect or.
    • Nasal helm that presents a convex profile.
    • Jaws: prognathism or inferior, absence of more than two premolars (except PM1).
    • Pigmentation: Total absence of pigmentation in truffle, eyelids, lips (albinism).
    • Amputated tail, or lack thereof of birth.
    • Short hair, curly or with presence of Undercoat.
    • Color: White at the ends of the members. Absence of stain color fire in Brown adult, grey or black.
    • Movement: Too rengueo or heavy, with severe deviations in previous members, weakness.
    • Size: Above or below established limits.

    Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities should be disqualified..



    N.B.:
    • Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    TRANSLATION : IRIS Carrillo (Federation Canรณfila de Puerto). 

    Technical review: Miguel Angel Martinez (Federation Cynologique Argentina).

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Monkey dog, Cรฃo da Serra de Aires (English).
    2. Berger de la Serra de Aires, CHIEN DE BERGER DE LA SERRA DE AIRES (French).
    3. PORTUGIESISCHER SCHร„FERHUND (German).
    4. Serra-d’aires (Portuguese).
    5. Perro de pastor portuguรฉs (espaรฑol).

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    Croatian Sheepdog
    Croacia FCI 277 . Sheepdogs

    Origin: Croatia
    Character: Docile, smart and easy to train.
    Weight: 7 - 14 Kg
    Height: 40 - 50 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12 - 14 years

    Croatian Sheepdog

    With a great instinct for working with the herd.

    Content

    History

    The Croatian Sheepdog It was described for the first time in 1374 by the Croatian bishop Peter Bichof. According to some sources, the breed was created in the eastern part of Slavonia, the vast agricultural plain of Croatia, to act as a guard and herding dog. Peter Bichof stated that the Croatian Sheepdog It was imported from the East by the Croats around the 7th century.

    It was the vet Stjepan Romic, considered the father of the race, who initiated the systematic breeding of the Croatian Sheepdog in 1935 en Djakovo (Croatia). His role was all the more important since he had previously carried out various investigations on the dog and had managed to unearth writings dating from various periods of the 18th century.. These documents describe the Croatian Sheepdog as it is known today.

    The breed was officially presented at 1949 in Zagreb (Croatia), and the first standard of the Croatian Sheepdog was written by Otto Rohr in 1951. He was recognized by the International Cynological Federation (FCI) in 1967, later for him United Kennel Kingdom (UKC) in 2006 and, finally, by the American Kennel Club (AKC) and Central Canine Society (SCC).

    Despite this recognition by the main canine organizations in the world, the Croatian Sheepdog has not really spread internationally: it is hardly seen outside of its home country and remains unknown to the general public. These may include, the Central Canine Society (Kennel Club inglรฉs) just signed up 38 Croatian shepherds at the LOF (French Origin Book) between 2010 and 2016, an average of just 5 dogs a year.

    Physical characteristics

    The Croatian Sheepdog is a dog at the lower limit of medium size. Short hair on the head and limbs is the characteristic sign of the breed.. The head is quite light with a cone shape. The stop is poorly marked. The eyes are medium in size, macaroons, with a lively expression; the color goes from brown to black. The ears are triangular, raised or semi-raised, medium length and set slightly to the side. Straight ears are referable and cutting is not allowed. The tail is implanted a little high, with long thick hair. It is cut so that it does not have a length greater than 4 cm in adult error.

    • Fur: hair length is 7 to 14 cm on the spine. The face is always covered with short hairs. The ears have short hair on the outer face and long on the inner. The hair is relatively soft, wavy and even curly. The undercoat must be dense.
    • Color: predominantly black although some white spots on the throat or chest are admitted.
    • Size: of 40 to 50 cm..

    Character and skills

    The Croatian Sheepdog is lively and alert, without being nervous. They are also smart, brave and loyal.

    Very obedient, they are also exclusive: they only have one master, to which they remain very attached and whose attention they demand. In fact, it is necessary for its balance.

    Sheepdogs par excellence, has an innate sense of herding and is a very hardy dog. Some ranchers claim that you can knock down all the cattle just by saying their name, no need for further instructions. His approach to the herd is a bit tighter and harsher than that of other sheepdogs, but still very effective. It can bite the animals in its charge, but does not cause injury. This aggressive tendency can be easily worked on during training. It also has the defect of barking easily, especially if his master is absent, hence the importance of training him from a young age.

    The dog lives very well with children. Energetic and playful, the Croatian shepherd gets along wonderfully with them and lavishes affection on them. His extraordinary attachment predisposes him to protect them, even to overprotect them. Not just anyone can get close to them. On the other hand, being a dominant dog by nature, can generally only live with other animals (dogs, cats, etc.) if he is used to their company from a young age.

    Last, are among the dogs adapted to life in a flat, whenever they carry out intense daily activity. In fact, like all sheepdogs, the Croatian shepherd needs to learn and be stimulated mentally and physically. They have been bred to work with humans and, Therefore, have developed the ability to interact with them, making them a learning breed. If they lack activity, can become noisy and even destructive.

    Education

    The intelligence of Croatian Sheepdog, its desire to please its owner and its predisposition to work make it an easy breed to train. This workout should be both gentle and firm.

    Health

    The Croatian Sheepdog has robust health and is very resistant to disease, especially if you spend the nights in the shelter of aboxofdog.In fact, most of his health problems are due to injuries related towork.

    But, may be subject to certain canine diseases that more generally affectactive and energetic dogs:

    • Theknee patella luxation: the joint swells and becomes painful, with early appearance of acanine arthritis.Treatment can range from the occasional use of pain relievers to knee surgery. It is a common disorder inshepherds dogs, they are very active.
    • Thetorsion of the stomach: all dogs can be affected by this disease, but croatian shepherds, they areBig Dogsand they exercise a lot, they are particularly vulnerable.
    • Last, females may have difficulty giving birth. If so, this implies endangering not only the dog, but also to unborn puppies, it is usually necessary to perform a cesarean section under general anesthesia., an owner who wantsraise your bitchYou should think carefully before consulting themating offers.This is a decision that should not be taken lightly., for both financial and safety reasons.

    Life expectancy

    12 to 14 years

    Grooming

    All owners of a Croatian Sheepdog they should brush their dogs regularly to remove dead hair and detangle pups. During the moulting season (Spring and autumn), this brushing should be done even once a day.

    If your dog has gotten too dirty due to the weather and / or his activity, it is necessary to give him a bath. But, this should not be done at regular intervals, since the bath irritates the skin of the animal and removes the oil layer that protects its fur. So, the rule is to avoid bathing the dog, except when really necessary.

    It may also be necessary to trim the dog's nails. But, if your pet does his daily exercise, this should not be the case, because dirt or harder surfaces will naturally erode them.

    It also, do not forget to deworm and vaccinate your dog regularly. How your dog is often outdoors for long periods of time, and is in frequent contact with other dogs and animals, are more likely to come into contact with many bacteria and viruses.

    Price

    The price of a puppy Croatian Sheepdog is usually between 800 and 1000 EUR.

    Characteristics "Croatian Sheepdog"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Croatian Sheepdog" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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    Type and recognitions:

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    FCI breed standard Croatian Sheepdog

    FCIFCI - Croatian Sheepdog
    		Pastor

    Alternative names:

    1. Hrvatski ovฤar, Kroatischer Schรคferhund (English).
    2. Berger de Croatie (French).
    3. Kroatischer Schรคferhund (German).
    4. Hrvatski Ovฤar (Portuguese).
    5. Perro de pastor croata (espaรฑol).

    Photo:

    croatian sheepdog Mawlch Gera by Michala Mraฤkovรก / Public domain

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    Shetland Sheepdog
    Escocia FCI 88 . Sheepdogs

    Origin: Scotland
    Character: Intelligent and playful
    Weight: 5 to 9 kg
    Height: 35,5 to 37,5 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12 - 13 years

    The Shetland Sheepdog is very familiero, lovely with children, intelligent and loyal.

    Pastor de las Islas Shetland

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    History

    The Shetland Sheepdog comes from the Shetland Islands (Scotland, United Kingdom), intentionally was raised in small size. At first sight, seems to be a copy of Rough Collie miniaturized, However, are 2 different races with a similar look.

    The "father" race Shetland Sheepdog o โ€œSheltieโ€ as they are often nicknamed, they are the Border Collie.

    Physical characteristics

    The Sheltie they have a double mantle, What makes this breed peleche much more than other dogs. Long hair covering the thick and soft layer base, is repellent to water, while the base layer provides relief from hot and cold.

    There are three main colors: Sable, It ranges from the Golden to mahogany; Tri-color, formed by the black, White and Tan, and blue mirlo, composite grayscale, white, black and Tan.

    black and white: it is less common but still acceptable.

    Sand: the best-known color, dominates over other colors. The shadow Sabre, or mahogany can sometimes be confused with the Sheltie tricolor because of the large amount of dark shading in their coats. Another name for him Sheltie "shading", is trifactorado sable and white. This name comes from the mixture of a tricolor and a sable and white. Another acceptable but less common color is Sable merle, that it can sometimes be difficult to distinguish between the regular sable after puppyhood. The Sable merle has patches of dark brown on a light brown background compared to the black and grey blue Merle.

    There are other two colors that are a bit rare, which are unacceptable in the ring. The White Color-headed (majority of white with the head "normally" marked), It is the product of two dogs crossed white facotrados. Double Merle, the product of the crossing of two Shetland Sheepdog blue merle, they can be crossed but have a high incidence of deafness or blindness than other colors.

    The ideal height at the cross, in males 37,5 cm.. The females. 35,5 cm.. One greater diversion of 2,5 cm above or below these measures is regarded as highly undesirable.

    Character and skills

    It is an excellent companion dog, highly loyal. It is joyful, intelligent and always ready to obey. The Shetland Sheepdog they are loving, loyal and affectionate with the family and of course, on the sidelines, with strangers; for this reason the Sheltie They must be socialized. Some may be very reserved. This breed gets along very well with children if they are raised with them from a young age.; However, its small size makes it easy for a child to accidentally harm them, This monitoring is necessary. Consider well bringing a Sheltie adult to a house with small children, may not be compatible.

    Some Shetland Sheepdog tend to display a personality similar to that of a Terrier who tends to be hyperactive, and always ready, However this temperament is not sanctioned in the breed standard. Some may be shy, but this temperament is specifically discouraged by the standard. The trend towards shyness, It can be reduced with proper socialization. The Sheltie average is an excellent watchdog, giving alarm barks when a person is at the door or pass a car on the street.

    The herding instinct is strong in many Shetland Sheepdog. Love to chase and pasture including, squirrels, ducks, pigeons and children. To the Shetland Sheepdog they like to run in large open areas.

    They usually enjoy playing. They are better with a sensitive owner, but firm. The Sheltie It, first and foremost, a smart pastor and love to keep them busy, Although his level of activity, usually, It coincides with the level of its owner. As they are very intelligent, they are highly trainable. Lack of exercise and intellectual stimulation, It can lead to undesirable behaviors, including excessive barking, phobias and nervousness. Fortunately the annoying behaviors may decrease largely by an hour of exercise to make the dog with its owner.

    in your category, this breed dominates in the competitions of Agility. They also look at obedience competition, Flyball, Grazing, Tracking and proof of talent.

    It is a very intelligent dog, according to him Dr. Stanley city, expert on animal intelligence. The Sheltie is one of the brightest dogs occupying the position number 6 in the Ranking of 132 evaluated races. His research determined that an average Sheltie could understand a new command in less than 5 repetitions and would obey the command the first time the 95% of the times or more.

    Health

    Similar to the Rough Collie, There is a tendency to inherit malformations and diseases in the eye. Each puppy should have his eyes examined by a qualified eye veterinarian. Some lines may be susceptible to hypothyroidism, epilepsy, Hip Dysplasia, or skin allergies. The life expectancy of Shetland Sheepdog is between 10 and 15 years, Although some in some it may be more, and in others may be less.

    The disease of Von Willebrand is an inherited bleeding disorder. On race Sheltie, affected dogs, as a general rule, they do not live long. The Shetland Sheepdog carry type III of Von Willebrand, which, It is the most severe of the three levels. There are DNA tests that were developed to find this disease in dogs Sheltie. It can be done at any age and will showcase one of the following results: affected, carrier or affected not. The Shetland Sheepdog they can also suffer from Hypothyroidism, It is the low functioning of the thyroid gland. Clinical symptoms include, loss of hair, on low weight and faintness.

    Although small breed dogs are not usually affected by the Hip Dysplasia, has been identified in some specimens of Sheltie. It occurs when the head of the femur and the acetabulum they don't fit properly, This causes pain and/or lameness. Hip Dysplasia is thought to be genetic; Many breeders sent to test their dogs to certify that they are free from this.

    • Otros nombres: Pastor de las Islas Shetland / Shetland Collie / Dwarf Scotch Shepherd / Toonie dog / Apartment Collie / Miniature Collie / Sheltie / Berger des Shetland.
    • Group 1 / Section 1 – Sheepdogs.
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