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| Country of Origin | England and Scotland, 19th century | ||||
| Type of coat | medium length, shedding | ||||
| Grooming | regular brushing, ear cleaning, nail trimming | ||||
| Average height | 17-21 inches | ||||
| Average weight | 38-52 pounds | ||||
| Activity level | very high | ||||
| Watchdog | no | ||||
| Protection | no | ||||
| Intelligence | very high | ||||
| Trainability | high, excels at obedience and agility work | ||||
| Compatibility with children | not recommended, may snap and bite if teased, may try to herd children | ||||
| Character | active, alert, affectionate, intelligent | ||||
| Ideal home environment | house with a well-fenced yard | ||||
| Ideal owner | firm, patient leader who has time to work and train dog | ||||
| Suggestions: | early socialization and obedience training, daily exercise | ||||
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