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Border Stack |
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He is not recognized by the F.C.I. |
Origin |
Great Britain -> U.S.A. | |
Translation |
Francis Vandersteen |
A brief presentation of the Border Stack |
| The Border Stack is a combination of Border Collie, Jack Russell Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Although they make excellent pets, they need to be around people most of the time, so if you don't have time to devote to your pet, you may want to choose a different breed. They're energetic, fun-loving and highly intelligent with lots of personality. Although Border Stacks are quick learners, they have a mind of their own and can sometimes be stubborn, so you need to stick to the rules and be consistent. They are very good at competitions such as agility training and flyball. |
History of the Border Stack |
| To determine the history of the Border Stack, you need to look at the histories of the parent breeds, which include the Border Collie, Jack Russell Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier. |
A little of the Border Collie |
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| The Border Collie originated in the 1800s as a sheepdog in Great Britain. There were many sheepdogs in those days, but the Border Collie was known for being able to herd sheep simply by looking at them. Queen Victoria fell in love with the breed after seeing one at Balmoral. The American Kennel Club (AKC) only accepted the breed in 1995, although it had been popular in the USA for many years before that. | ||
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| Standard of the Border Collie | ||
A little of the Jack Russell Terrier |
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| The Jack Russell Terrier originated in Europe in the early 1800s with a man named John (Jack) Russell. He was seduced by the Jack Russell Terrier's ability to flush out foxes without killing them while hunting. The modern Jack Russell Terrier is thought to have been crossed with Chihuahuas, Corgis and other Terriers. | ||
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| Standard of the Jack Russell Terrier | ||
A little of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier |
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| The Staffordshire Bull Terrier was originally bred in England as a ratter, but was soon transformed into a fearless adversary in the sport of dog fighting. Although they were fierce in the ring, they were bred to be gentle with people so as not to bite their handlers. They became popular in the ring just after dog fighting became illegal. The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a mix of the Black and Tan Terrier and the Old English Bulldog. In 1935, they were accepted by the English Kennel Club, but not by the AKC until 1974. | ||
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| Standard of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier |
Appearance of the Border Stack |
| Smaller than a Border Collie, bigger than a Jack Russell Terrier and more muscular than a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, the Border Stack is the perfect balance of these three breeds. Colors tend to be black, brown, white and any combination of these three, usually bi- or tricolor. The coat is short, fine, glossy and soft. This breed has a very well-balanced body and well-proportioned head and legs. They measure around 35.5 to 48 centimeters in height and weigh around 9 to 16 kilos on average. Their ears are triangular, and can be straight or floppy, with a long muzzle and tapering tail. |
Temperament of the Border Stack |
| Although the Staffordshire Bull Terrier was bred to be a fighter, the other two parent breeds were gentle with all animals. The Border Collie, capable of herding sheep at a glance, and the Jack Russell Terrier known for hunting foxes without harming them. They are extremely intelligent and although they can learn to do almost anything, they sometimes choose not to. However, they are easy to train for the most part. Just be sure to be consistent and use positive reinforcement. The Border Stack is a wonderful pet and gets on well with everyone, but should never be left alone with young children. |
Needs and activities of the Border Stack |
| Your Border Stack needs at least one hour to 90 minutes of brisk exercise every day, such as brisk walking or jogging. This breed is particularly good for agility training and flyball. They love competition and are extremely fast and agile. They need to be with people most of the time because when they're bored, they'll find their own entertainment and it may not be something you'll enjoy discovering them chewing or digging. The Border Stack needs to be active and keep its mind occupied too, so mental stimulation is also important. Taking them to the dog park or the beach are two excellent ways to exercise them and yourself. |
Maintenance of the Border Stack |
| The Border Stack doesn't need much maintenance due to its short, fine coat. However, to keep shedding to a minimum, you should brush your dog with a hard rubber bristle brush once or twice a week. This also encourages blood circulation and keeps the coat and skin healthy. You should also brush his teeth several times a week to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. In addition, check your Border Stack's ears once a week for a build-up of earwax, dirt and other debris. Clean with water and a cotton ball or soft cloth as needed. Trim your dog's nails if necessary. |
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