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Violet Jacob (1 September 1863 – 9 September 1946) was a Scottish writer known especially for her historical novel Flemington and for her poetry, mainly in Scots. She was described by a fellow Scottish poet Hugh MacDiarmid as "the most considerable of contemporary vernacular poets".
The Soay Sheep has prehistoric origins, [citation needed] and the Galloway breed of beef cattle dates back several hundred years. New breeds have also been developed more recently in Scotland, such as the Scottish Fold cat, which dates from 1961. [2] The North Ronaldsay Sheep is a most unusual breed, subsisting largely on a diet of seaweed. [3]
Pages in category "Dog breeds originating in Scotland" The following 19 pages are in this category, out of 19 total. This list may not reflect recent changes .
The collie name usually refers to dogs of Scottish origin which have spread into many other parts of the world, often being called sheepdog or shepherd dog elsewhere. [3] Iris Combe, in her book, “Border Collies,” says that in old Gaelic “collie” was the rural term for anything useful — a “collie dog” was a useful dog.
Having a dog doesn't mean your home must become a nest of pet hair. Some dogs are literally hairless, and even ones with long coats can be non-shedding. 36 Popular Dog Breeds That Don't Shed
The Shetland Sheepdog, also known as the Sheltie, is a breed of herding dog that originated in the Shetland Islands of Scotland. It was formally recognized by the Kennel Club in 1909. It was originally called the Shetland Collie , but this caused controversy amongst Rough Collie breeders of the time, so the name was changed. [ 1 ]
Some dog breeds that share this spirit include Bearded Collie, Bichon Frise, and Portuguese Water Dog. These highly active and energetic dogs will always be ready for a new adventure.
Mixed-breed dog, a dog whose ancestry is complex or not known, also colloquially known as "mutt" [1] Grade horse, a horse whose parentage is unknown, unidentifiable, [2] or of significantly mixed breeding; A domestic short-haired cat or domestic long-haired cat of no particular breed, colloquially called a "moggy" [3] or "moggie" in some dialects