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14+ Historical Facts About Border Collies You Might Not Know

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#7 The name “Border Collie” James Reid, secretary of the ISDS (International Shepherd Society) in 1915 to differentiate this type of dog from other collies.

#8 A chance meeting of its representatives with the Queen of Great Britain, Victoria helped to bring the breed out of the shadows.

In 1860, English Shepherds took part in one of the first dog shows, after which they were presented to the royal court.

The Queen liked intelligent and loyal animals, so soon several representatives of this glorious breed settled in Buckingham Palace.

#9 It was only possible to officially register the Border Collie breed in 1915, although the standard of appearance for its representatives remained unformed for a long 60 years.

Mary Allen

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Hello, I'm Mary! I've cared for many pet species including dogs, cats, guinea pigs, fish, and bearded dragons. I also have ten pets of my own currently. I've written many topics in this space including how-tos, informational articles, care guides, breed guides, and more.

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