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Gaspode, a talking dog in the Discworld fantasy novels of Terry Pratchett, claims to be named after a famous dog named Gaspode with a similar story to Greyfriars Bobby, though he says it was later discovered that the reason this Gaspode stayed howling by his master's grave was that his tail was trapped under the gravestone. [35]
Skye and Scottish Borders, mid-18th century or earlier vulnerable native breed [22] [23] Golden Retriever: Glen Affric, 1865 not at risk [24] Gordon Setter: Moray, 1700s vulnerable native breed [25] Rough Collie: Scottish Highlands, 19th century not at risk [26] Smooth Collie: Scotland, 19th century vulnerable native breed Scottish Terrier
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 Scottish Terrier (Scottish Gaelic: Abhag Albannach; also known as the Aberdeen Terrier), popularly called the Scottie, is a breed of dog.Initially one of the highland breeds of terrier that were grouped under the name of Skye Terrier, it is one of five breeds of terrier that originated in Scotland, the other four being the modern Skye, Cairn, Dandie Dinmont, and West Highland White terriers.
The original sheepdog of Shetland was a Spitz-type dog, probably similar to the modern Icelandic Sheepdog. [citation needed] Strong evidence suggests that this dog was bred with the Yakki, an Icelandic dog that accompanied whalers from Greenland who landed in the ports of the island. The Yakki was about 14 inches (36 cm) in height and usually ...
The Gordon Setter is a Scottish large breed of dog, a member of the setter family that also includes both the better-known Irish Setter and the English Setter.Setter breeds are classified as members of either the Sporting or Gundog Group depending on the national kennel club or council.
Most of the time, celebrities get all of the fame. They go on photoshoots, talk shows, act, sing, etc., and they always get all the attention. However, when their pooch is involved, it's a whole ...
Fala (April 7, 1940 – April 5, 1952), a Scottish Terrier, was the dog of United States president Franklin D. Roosevelt.One of the most famous presidential pets, Fala was taken to many places by Roosevelt. [1]