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Meet the Border Collie—a remarkably intelligent, responsive and hardworking sheepdog developed for cooperation, endurance and precise livestock management. In this documentary, we explore the Border Collie through the official breed information published by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale, or FCI. Discover the breed’s origins in Great Britain, its development around the Scottish border regions and the influence of Old Hemp, one of the most important ancestors of the modern Border Collie. We also examine FCI Standard No. 297, including the breed’s ideal proportions, temperament, movement, coat varieties, permitted colours, eye colour and correct tail carriage. The ideal height for a male is 53 centimetres, while females should be slightly smaller. The FCI does not specify an official weight. Both moderately long and smooth coats are recognised, numerous colours are permitted, and white must never be the predominant colour. Although the Border Collie is often called the world’s most intelligent dog, the FCI does not publish an official canine intelligence ranking. What the standard does emphasise is intelligence, alertness, responsiveness, tenacity, trainability and a strong capacity for work. This is not simply a clever black-and-white pet. The Border Collie is a specialised working breed that needs appropriate exercise, mental stimulation, consistent training and meaningful activities. Watch to discover the history, structure, character and working purpose behind one of the world’s most recognisable sheepdogs. FCI breed profile: https://fci.be/en/nomenclature/BORDER... FCI Standard No. 297: https://www.fci.be/nomenclature/Stand... FCI illustrated breed presentation: https://fci.be/Nomenclature/Education... #BorderCollie #Sheepdog #DogBreeds