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JUDGING CONCERNS OF THE BORDER COLLIE |
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When evaluating the Border Collie in the ring, we would like to bring the following items to your attention.
- Remember this is first and foremost an agile, working breed and dogs should be presented in fit, hard working condition
- Remember correct proportion is key - 9:10 length of leg from ground to elbow should be slightly greater than from elbow to withers (don’t be afraid to move hair to see proportions)
- Moderation and balance is important, not to be overdone in bone and coat
- Finer bone and less coat is preferred over too much bone and coat
- Back is level to slightly arched loin, loin that is muscular, deep, short and with a slight but distinct tuck up
- Slightly cow hocked while standing is permissible, should be correct going away (think cutting horse-ready to go in any direction sheep do)
- Any color of coat, eye color or ear carriage is correct
- ”Happy tail” is common, tail should be down at rest
SERIOUS FAULTS
- Incorrect proportions and too short on leg
- Overly trimmed or sculpted coat, aside from tiding up feet and hocks
Page Updated 10.22.2007