History

 
English Shepherds are an intelligent, energetic, and devoted breed.  They make excellent farm dogs and family pets. The English Shepherd has  descended from the same stock as the collies and shepherds of Scotland and  Northern England. When settlers came to the US they brought their farm dogs  with them and this type of dog was commonly called an "English Shepherd".  It is also sometimes called “farm collie” or “farm shepherd” The English  Shepherd has been recognized as a distinct breed, registered with the UKC,  since the 1930's. Photographic evidence of this type of dog is very common  dating back to around the late 1800’s 

The English Shepherd is an all-around farm dog, being used as a herding dog,  watch dog, hunting dog, and child's companion. Unlike some other herding  dogs, as a breed English Shepherds have not been specialized to work
one  species of livestock. English Shepherds have primarily been used on small  diversified farms that have a number of different livestock species,  including cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, and poultry. English shepherds both  herd and
protect livestock. They make excellent farm dogs, but may also  adjust to an active life in the city. They are energetic, independent,  devoted, and extremely gentle, making them wonderful companions for any age.

 
English Shepherd's also make excellent watch and guard dogs and may be  trained for hunting. They are very capable when carrying items with their  teeth. The English Shepherd is a very people-oriented dog and makes an  excellent
companion, watchdog, working farm dog, or family pet. 

English Shepherds require plenty of exercise and activity. An owner in the  city should be willing to take frequent and lengthy walks and romps with a  dog of this breed.  The English Shepherd is a medium sized dog, usually somewhat longer than it  is tall. It generally weighs between 40 and 70 pounds (20 to 30 kg) and is balanced  in proportions. As a working dog on small farms, English Shepherds have  evolved to fulfill a variety of needs.



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