Active family and working breed.
Legendary family loyalty.
Extraordinary companion.
Good with kids.
Instinctually protective.
Characteristics
The english shepherds are accepted in four main colors. Black and White, Black and Tan, Tri Color, and Sable and White. There are several variations of the sable color such as Clear sable, Dark sable and Saddle backed sable.
The English Shepherd coat is glossy, straight or wavy, and about 2 inches long. Their bushy tail is carried
in a downward sweep, with the tip of bone reaching the hock. The hocks are straight, turning neither in or out. The tail is elevated when alert. An occasional natural bob-tail English Shepherd may occur in some lines.
Temperament
The English Shepherd is a practical, "loose-eyed", working dog, with instincts to heel and drive livestock. They will adapt
to the work at hand and will herd cattle, sheep, hogs, or poultry. Some have been trained for hunting. Stories of courage and problem solving are common. The English Shepherd is energetic and athletic, yet very gentle. They are noted for their
calm good judgement and are content to curl up at the owner's feet at the end of a busy day. They also make exceptional family dogs, fitting into just about any routine.
History
It was (and is) also sometimes called the farm collie or the farm shepherd and as the English Shepherd has been recognized as a distinct breed, registered with the UKC, since the 1930's.
Origin
The English Shepherd is descended from the same stock as the collies and shepherds of the UK. When settlers came to
the US they brought their farm dogs with them and this type of dog was commonly called an "English Shepherd".
Utilization
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Classification
Sheepdogs and Cattledogs
Size
Medium
Height
18 to 24 inches at the withers
Weight
35 to 90 pounds. Males are usually larger than females. There are many different sizes, types or lines. The breed is generally considered a medium sized dog.
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