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Bearded Collie |
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Description... |
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A medium sized dog who can live happily in the city
or in the country. The Bearded Collie has a shaggy coat that is
parted in the middle. They range in colour from black to silver to
dark brown to sandy. This dog needs to live in a place where he
can run and exercise adequately. If not given enough attention or
room to move, he may whine, climb, dig or chew rather
destructively.
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History...
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Originated in Scotland as a sheepherder and cattle
driver. They are sometimes called the Highland Collie. Ancestors
likely came from the European continent. Possible ancestors
include the Poland Lowland Sheepdog and the Komondor. Because of
their high intelligence, Bearded Collies could separate out their
group of sheep if it became intermingled with neighbouring herds.
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Traits...
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will actively participate in playing ball, taking brisk walks,
running free in a fenced area. They will do just about anything
their human companions allow them to do.
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Good aspects...
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This is an active, outgoing, bouncy and
affectionate dog who loves to be with its human family. They
rarely bark and do so only when excited or on alert mode.
Bearded Collies are very smart, independent thinking
dogs. They are capable of house training, but like human children, each
pup is an individual. They are good with children and will announce a
stranger to the family in quick fashion.
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Health...
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This is a generally healthy breed, do be cautious
of hip dysplasia. Always ask if your pup's parents were x-rayed
for this ailment. Beardies are increasingly falling victim to
Addison's Disease, so it is important to watch for its signs and
symptoms.
Some suffer from various types of allergies, seasonal,
environmental or food related. Be a responsible owner and watch for these.
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Be aware...
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This breed needs a lot of exercise. Without it,
your prized, well behaved Beardie can instantly turn into a
destructive shag-force around the home or yard. They also demand
an intense grooming schedule to keep their beautiful locks from
matting. Once a week grooming may be enough, but if your Beardie
is outside at all, once a day grooming is called for.
Bearded Collies also require a LOT of attention. Don't
expect to leave the dog alone and have it be pleased with you. Rather,
expect to find your yard dug up, favourite shoes chewed to bits or your
dog whining excessively upon your return.
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Summary...
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Bearded Collies can be very independent but they do
respond with firm obedience training.
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source: petcare information centre-
petcare.umn.edu
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