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Borgi |
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He is not recognized by the F.C.I. |
Origin |
Great Britain -> U.S.A. | |
Translation |
Francis Vandersteen | |
This breed is also known as |
Bordigan
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A brief presentation of the Borgi |
| The Borgi is a hybrid breed; its relatives are the Border Collie and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. The Border Collie became popular in the early 1800s and originated in the British Isles. It has been bred from many varieties of sheepdog to be a top-class sheepdog. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is also a sheepdog. It has a rich history and is part of local legend in Wales. Its exact pedigree is not known; farmers breed dogs for their own purposes and don't always keep good records on their dogs. The Corgi is one of the top fifty pet breeds. |
History of the Borgi |
| On the whole, Borgis are great dogs to own. They're fun, active and love to play and entertain their humans. They are very intelligent, which means they can sometimes have an attitude towards their humans. Fetching, walking and swimming are some of the activities they enjoy. Although they are active and energetic, they also enjoy their moments of peace and quiet. They make excellent family dogs, with good herding and guarding skills. This dog is ideal for people living in apartments who also want a companion dog. They make a good family dog and are intelligent and easy to train. Just make sure there will be children or other pets, they should be properly socialized. Borgis have a charming temperament, and they'll love and care for you as much as you'll grow to love and care for them. |
A little of the Border Collie |
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| The Border Collie was originally known as the Scotch Sheep Dog and was a sheepdog used to tend sheep. A famous fan of the breed was Queen Victoria, known for her penchant for dogs. The Border Collie is a descendant of several British sheepdogs; it was bred with the specific aim of achieving a dog that would not bite or bark during breeding. Considered one of the most intelligent dogs in the world, it was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995. | ||
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| Standard of the Border Collie | ||
A little of the Welsh Corgi Pembroke |
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| The Welsh Corgi has a rich and romantic history. Welsh legend has it that the dog was born from the dens of fairies and elves. According to the story, two children were looking after the family's livestock when they found puppies. At first, they thought the dogs were foxes, but thought something about them was different, so they bundled them up and took them home. Their parents explained that these puppies were ridden by fairies, as evidenced by the fairy saddle on the dogs' shoulders. The dogs became valuable family companions and were able to raise the family's livestock. Historians say the Welsh Corgis are descended from the Valhunds, Swedish cattle dogs. Others believe that Flemish weavers brought the dogs to Wales in the 12th century. The breed was recognized by the UK Kennel Club in the 1920s; the American Kennel Club recognized the breed in 1934. The Welsh Corgi is also highly prized by the royal family. Queen Elizabeth II was given a Corgi by King George VI, and has loved the breed ever since. Today, Buckingham Palace is home to a "pack" of them. | ||
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| Standard of the Welsh Corgi Pembroke |
Appearance of the Borgi |
| The Corgi is often double-coated, with a thick undercoat and a longer topcoat. The Border Collie also has a longer coat, so it's likely that the Borgi will have a long coat like its parents. The Corgi can come in a variety of colors: red, sable, black, tricolor or fawn. Generally, the Corgi has white markings. The Border Collie is a variety of colors: black and white, red merle, blue or gray, blue merle, Australian red, black tricolor, tricolor merle, chocolate, chocolate tricolor, lilac, sand and white, and tricolor seal merle. This is a sturdy dog, not too big. The Corgi is generally small-sized with a long body. The Borgi is likely to be a mixture of the two parent breed colors with long hair. Often on the shorter side as far as height is concerned, the Borgi's waist is very similar to the Border Collie but can sometimes be long like the Corgi. |
Temperament of the Borgi |
| The Border Collie is alert, energetic, hard-working and intelligent. They like to be active. They train easily and follow their handler's lead tirelessly. He can be very independent, but is always a breeder. He can herd children, other pets or cars. Corgis are happy, loving and intelligent dogs. However, they can be fiercely independent and training can be difficult, especially in the case of housebreaking. It's recommended that if you're having a hard time breaking in your Borgi, train it. The Welsh Corgi is also known for nipping at children's feet; their herding dog instinct is still strong. He has no intention of hurting anyone; he simply brings his charge back where he or she belongs. The Corgi is also an excellent watchdog, so it's likely that your Borgi will be the same. Experts recommend early socialization for Borgi so they know what behavior is expected of them from an early age. Given the parents' personalities, it's likely that the Borgi will be a great breeder, very intelligent, but a little stubborn. It needs early socialization to learn what behavior is appropriate for children and other animals. |
Needs and activities of the Borgi |
| The Border Collie and Welsh Corgi are high-energy dogs, so you can expect the Borgi to be a fairly active dog. Because of its size, the Borgi will do well in an apartment or house, but a bored Borgi can be a destructive Borgi. He can also have a propensity for chasing cars, so when walking the Borgi, it's best to take him on a leash. He'll enjoy long walks or jogs with you. |
Maintenance of the Borgi |
| The Borgi is likely to have the longer hair and double coat of its parent breeds. This means that the Borgi will have above-average maintenance needs. It will need weekly brushing with a wire brush. It may need more frequent brushing during the shedding season. The Welsh Corgi is a heavy excreter, so expect the same from the Borgi. He should be bathed only when necessary; his natural oils will keep his coat shiny. You should brush his teeth at least three times a week; however, if you want to prevent gum disease, brush daily. An active dog like the Borgi can wear out its nails on its own, but check them often for length and the occasional break or tear. |
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