The Welsh Collie, also known as Welsh Sheepdog, is a highly intelligent dog that has worked alongside shepherds for centuries, tending flocks of sheep in some of the most remote regions of the Welsh hills. They have always been prized for their working style, which differs from that of a Border Collie in that they do not keep their eye directly on the flock, but work the sheep with a "loose eye". Today, these charming, active dogs are also popular as companion and family dogs thanks to their good looks, intelligence and loyal, affectionate nature.
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The main difference between a Border Collie and a Welsh Collie (Welsh Sheepdog) lies in their breed recognition, appearance, and herding styles. Border Collies are a standardised breed internationally recognised for their focused livestock herding, while Welsh Collies are an indigenous, less standardised breed native to Wales, traditionally used for herding sheep and known for their varied appearance and working style. Border Collies are more widely bred and known, whereas Welsh Collies remain rarer and mainly bred as working dogs in Wales.