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Intro to Collie Standards (Kennel Clubs)

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The collie is considered a “pure bred” dog, designed for a specific purpose. In order to earn titles, show, stud, etc, a purebred collie must have proof of registration with a dedicated kennel club who serves to monitor breed standards to ensure breeds stay true to their original look and purpose. If you are in [...]

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Which AKC group is the Collie in?

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The American Kennel Club (USA) classifies Collies in the Herding group. Introduction to Dog AgilityWritten especially for beginning canine Agility competition enthusiasts, this manual covers all aspects of the competitive sport. The author starts wi… Read More >

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Understanding Collies: Divisions – The Sporting Group

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The Sporting Group (also called the Gundog group) is a designation used by some all-breed dog registries (or kennel clubs) for a group of purebred dogs. Because they were developed as bird dogs with energetic hunting abilities in water and field settings, most sporting dogs require regular exercise. Their naturally active and alert demeanor also [...]

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Understanding Collies: Divisions – The Working Group

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The Working Group is a kennel club designation for purebred dog breeds descended from dogs bred to assist humans with certain types of work. Dogs of the Working Group were bred to perform such jobs as guarding property, pulling sleds, and performing water rescues. They have been invaluable assets to man throughout the ages. Quick [...]

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Understanding Collies: Divisions – The Terrier Group

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The Terriers – 28 feisty breeds, some of which were developed to hunt vermin and to dig them from their burrows or lairs. Size ranges from the tiny Cairn Terrier to the large Airedale Terrier. The Terrier Group is a designation used by most all-breed dog registries (or Kennel clubs) for a group of dog [...]

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Understanding Collies: Divisions – The Hound Group

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The Hound Group is a designation used by most major English-language kennel clubs (American Kennel Club (AKC), Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC), Canadian Kennel Club (CKC), The Kennel Club (KC) and the New Zealand Kennel Club (NZKC) being the most notable). Most hounds share the common ancestral trait of being used for hunting. Some use [...]

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What Are The Characteristics Of Collies?

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by: George Adams Collies were initially bred to herd sheep. The AKC classifies the Collie among the Herding Group. This breed is graceful and has plenty of endurance. They weigh between 55 to 80 pounds and stand from 22 to 26 inches tall. Whether brown or blue in color, their almond shaped eyes appear to [...]

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Kennel Time – The AKC vs. the UKC

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Written by CDO Member, Gene of Dune Collies So you have a show dog and now it’s time to show. Which Kennel Club are you registered with? The American Kennel Club is the registry that most of us know. You see them advertised on Animal Planet, you probably got your new puppy from a Breeder who has dogs [...]

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