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Meet the breed

What kind of dog is this?

30 SECONDS · In a nutshell

An intelligent, agile and engaged herding dog. Understanding its role helps explain its needs; every individual has its own temperament.

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Understanding its role helps explain its needs.

A WORKING DOG

Three ideas to understand the breed

Take part

A role beyond walking

Learn

Clarity and consistency

Live together

Bonding, independence and rest

A functional summary of the guide; each individual is different. FCI · Standard 342.

3 MINUTES · The essentials

More than appearance

A working dog that needs to take part

The standard describes an intelligent, versatile and agile dog with herding and guarding instincts. These describe the breed, not a guarantee for every individual. Age, experience and temperament should inform everyday life together. Source: ASCA, Breed Standard; see the link in this guide.

ASCA · Breed Standard (2013 revision)

Learns very quickly

Unwanted routines can also be learned. Clear expectations, consistency and appropriate reinforcement matter more than collecting commands.

Needs a purpose

Walks are only part of the routine. Scent activities, cooperation, self-control and small mental tasks can provide useful outlets.

Builds intense bonds

Close bonds can be rewarding; support independence and allow rest.

Origin: United States · Function: herding dog · FCI: Group 1, standard 342. Discover the breed’s history →

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