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When looking for Welsh Sheepdogs puppies for sale, this breed may be referred to as a Welsh Collie.

The Welsh Sheepdog originated in Wales (hence the name) in the 19th century. It is believed the Welsh Sheepdog was developed from the breeding of the Scottish collie and a combination of old, native Welsh breeds. The Welsh Sheepdogs puppies for sale are a breed that is revered by their owners and plays an important role in Welsh folklore. The breed of dog is most commonly used to herd sheep, but also known to herd cows, goats, horses, and pigs. Over the past decades, the use of the Welsh Sheepdog in Wales has been replaced by the Border Collie as a herding dog; however, recent efforts have been made to keep the Welsh Sheepdog a distinctive breed. The Welsh Sheepdog has not been recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC); however, The Welsh Sheepdog Society was formed in 1997 to register and maintain the tradition of the breed.

The Welsh Sheepdog is mid-sized and well proportioned. With their pricked, forward-folding ears this breed has a very intelligent appearance. The average weight is between 35 and 50 pounds with a lifespan of 12-15 years. The Welsh Sheepdog is a very hardy, healthy breed overall. However, some dogs of this breed suffer from a MDR1 gene mutation with makes them very sensitive to certain drugs. Some dogs of this breed may also suffer from a genetic stem cell disorder referred to as Canine Cyclic Neutropenia or grey Collie Syndrome. Puppies with this stem cell disorder tend not to survive more than 6 months after birth.

The coat of the Welsh Sheepdogs puppies for sale can be either rough or smooth. Their coat colors include black, black and tan, red, roan, or blue merle. The coat may or may not have white markings. The coat of the Welsh Sheepdog does not require much grooming. A twice weekly brushing is recommended to maintain the coat, remove dead hair, and prevent shedding. The coat of the Welsh Sheepdog has a weather-resistant capability and too frequent bathing can actually reduce the water repellant quality of the coat.

The Welsh Sheepdog has a natural herding instinct, a hard work ethic, and a high level of intelligence. This breed of dog requires a lot of exercise and mental stimulation making this breed of dog less than ideal in confined living quarters – so this breed is not recommended for apartment living.

When you see Welsh Sheepdog puppies for sale and make the decision to make a Welsh Sheepdog a member of your family, you will find the Welsh Sheepdog is very companionable and prefers the company of humans or other dogs. The Welsh Sheepdog is very protective of its “flock” whether the “flock” consists of animals or members of the family making this breed an excellent watchdog. Due to their natural herding ability, this breed of dogs puppies for sale has a tendency to gently herd members of the family, especially children. Their athletic ability, intelligence, and trainability make this breed a natural to compete in a variety of dog sports such as: agility trials, fly ball, obedience, tracking, and herding.


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