Canine Evolution. { The history of the Border Collie }
The
Border Collie was originally called the "Scotch Sheep Dog" and
originated in Northumberland along the borders of Scotland and England. It is a
descendant from dogs used by the Vikings to herd reindeer, the old British
droving breeds, with spaniel added. Named a "workaholic" for its
sheer drive and love for working, the Border Collie has an eye that can hypnotize cattle. It has been proven that all modern day Border Collies can trace thier heritage back to two specific border collies called "Old Hemp" and "Old Kep". The Border Collie was reconized as a breed by the AKC in 1995.