Origin and use: Probably one of the oldest Sheepdogs in England, it was first used to guard herds but later became a cattle and sheep herding dog.
Height: dog 56 cm +, bitches 51 cm +
Weight: not specified
Temperament: calm, courageous, intelligent, not pugnacious, good watch-dog, fond of children, easy to train
Useful information: The Bobtail is an athletic dog and needs to run. It becomes uncomfortable in hot weather. Regular swabbing of the ears and removal of tangled hair is essential. Brushing twice a week should keep the coat from matting. Bathing is seldom necessary as dust does not cling to the coat.

Group clubs:
Quinera Working and Herding Breeds Club. PO Box 13267, Vincent, 5217
Secretary Tel. 043 745 2162
Natal Working and Herding Breeds Assn. 8 Burnham Drive, La Lucia, 4051
Chairman Tel. 031 562 9194
Working & Herding Breeds Association. Gold Reef, PO Box 130839, Bryanston, 2074
Secretary Tel. 011 706 3930
Working & Herding Breeds Club of the Cape. PO Box 59, Koelenhof, 7605
Secretary Tel. 021 865 2691

Please note:Should you not have success with any of the above addresses click here for KUSA's address list.

Breeders:

Sources:
The Kennel Union of SA,
FCI Breed Standards,
Canadian Kennel Club Breed Standards,
Guide to the Dogs of the World published by Treasure Press,
The Readers Digest Illustrated Book of Dogs.