we've always had dogs on my father's farm: Border Collies , i bet my left nut that this dog would kick the ass of some people on this site in a non language based intelligence test. But it needs to run like I need to get laid.... and its desire for sheep herding is insatiable. INCREDIBLY loyal to the point of fixation and unbelievably brave (saved my brother's life from a charging cow by latching onto her nose when it saw her making a go for him) I love this dog but its a lot of work and attention. Its also not the prettiest dog from a looks point but its impossible not to love such a beautiful animal. I honestly prefer some of my old border collies to my own relatives...quite a lot of em come to think of it.