The Friendly World of the Border Collie (Paperback)

Hubert O'Hearn

ISBN 10: 1530310369 / ISBN 13: 9781530310364

Published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform, 2016

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Paperback. From their first breeding in the farmlands of Northumberland and Cumbria in the UK, to their current fame as stars of both movies and television, Border Collies have been best-known for one characteristic: they are the smartest dogs in the world.Because of their intelligence and unique personalities, having a Border Collie about the house raises its challenges. What is it like to own one? Is a Border Collie right for you? Whether you are thinking about purchasing your first dog, or just want to spend enjoyable hours reading about your favourite breed, The Friendly World of the Border Collie will certainly answer all questions about these lively and loving companions and does so with wit and with warmth. The Friendly World series of books are both entertaining and informative about dogs. They are chock-full of trivia, facts about training and health, and illustrated throughout. Any dog lover you know is sure to enjoy each volume. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Friendly World of the Border Collie (Paperback)
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication Date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1530310369
• ISBN 13: 9781530310364
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

From their first breeding in the farmlands of Northumberland and Cumbria in the UK, to their current fame as stars of both movies and television, Border Collies have been best-known for one characteristic: they are the smartest dogs in the world.Because of their intelligence and unique personalities, having a Border Collie about the house raises its challenges. What is it like to own one? Is a Border Collie right for you? Whether you are thinking about purchasing your first dog, or just want to spend enjoyable hours reading about your favourite breed, The Friendly World of the Border Collie will certainly answer all questions about these lively and loving companions and does so with wit and with warmth. The Friendly World series of books are both entertaining and informative about dogs. They are chock-full of trivia, facts about training and health, and illustrated throughout. Any dog lover you know is sure to enjoy each volume.

About the Author

Hubert O'Hearn is an internationally known essayist, editor and playwright. Formerly the literary editor of the Herald de Paris, his most recent books include For Freedom: A Human Rights Reader 1948-2015, and Do Angels Breathe? Born and educated in Canada, he moved to Ireland in 2012 along with his faithful Border Collie named Stella. They currently live in a quiet village in County Mayo.