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HERDING
Herding
is a fascinating and enjoyable challenge. Few activities
offer the variety of situations and the opportunity for
real teamwork between handler and dog that are a part
of herding. The herding dog must cooperate with the handler,
yet use its own initiative and judgment. It must be able
to work with gentleness, yet show strength in facing up
to a stubborn animal. The background of the Collie is
that of an adaptable, level-headed all-rounder.
Collies
are capable of being keen herders while remaining sensible,
flexible family companions, whether as working dogs on
a ranch or farm or helping out a suburban owner who keeps
a few sheep, goats, or ducks as a hobby.
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OBEDIENCE
The American Working Collie Association is dedicated to
promoting the working ability of the Collie. Originally
bred as a working stock dog, the Collie developed a wide
range of talents. The Versatility Program recognizes Collies
that have proven their competence as versatile working
dogs. Members receive the AWCA newsletter Collie Connection
and are eligible to participate in the Versatility Program.
AWCA also offers working titles for collies.
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VERSATILITY
The CCA versatility awards program is designed to
recognize collies which have distinguished themselves
in both the breed ring and in AKC recognized performance
events. These dogs possess the conformation, temperament,
intelligence, and herding and working capabilities which
represent the essential characteristics of the breed.
The versatility awards are based on a point system which
is used to weight each title based on its difficulty.
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