Border collies are friendly, family-oriented herding dogs that can have a lot of fun even if sheep aren't around. Here's what ...

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Border Collies and Australian Cattle Dogs are examples of dogs that have been specifically bred to round up livestock. “As such, their herding instincts are stronger than that of other breeds.

2. Border Collie. Often regarded as the smartest dog breed on earth, the Border Collie is a British breed of herding dog. The breed is known for its incredible smarts and unique herding style.

That is according to Tom Berrie, president of the Queensland Working Cattle Dog Trial Association, who said 85 per cent of dogs competing were border collies. So, what makes these dogs so special?

Border Collies were developed to work sheep (and cattle), with an innate herding instinct, stealth and speed, which makes them an excellent pastoral dog breed. The Border part of the title ...