Related breedRough Collie1800 to 1886 · United KingdomWelsh Sheepdog at a glance
- Origin
- Wales, United Kingdom
- Appeared
- 1700 to 1997 (uncertain)
- Family
- UK Rural
- Type
- Herding dog
- Size
- Medium
- Life span
- 12 to 15 years
- Recognised by
- No major club
- Status
- Living
The name. Translation of Welsh Ci Defaid Cymreig, "Welsh sheepdog".
Same familyAkita1600 to 1931 · JapanFamily and relatives
Descends from
Same family: UK Rural
Australian Cattle Dog, Australian Shepherd, Bearded Collie, Border Collie, Borzoi, Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Same time, same continent
Affenpinscher, Bedlington Terrier, Bernese Mountain Dog, Border Terrier, Clumber Spaniel, Dachshund
Same eraDachshund1600 to 1888 · GermanyPlace in time
The Welsh Sheepdog appears 1700 to 1997 (uncertain), in the Early Modern Era, when 111 breeds first appeared.
A full article on the Welsh Sheepdog is coming. Meanwhile, the Border Collie shows what every breed page will hold: see the Border Collie.
On the timelineEarly Modern Era111 breeds first appeared in this period
Same time, same continentBernese Mountain Dog1700 to 1907 · Switzerland
Herding dog behaviourBorder Collie behaviour problems and how to train themBorder Collie behaviour and training: why they nip, chase, fixate and fear noise, what to do about each, and a weekly plan for owners.
Same eraDachshund1600 to 1888 · Germany


