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KINCURRAN BRAVEHEART OF LOCHINVAR   

 Affectionately known as "ELVIS"

CKC registered

It isn't easy to trace the history of the bearded collie, though they have existed in Britain for probably more than three centuries. Until late in the 1940's beardies were mainly working humble dogs, the partners and companion of shepherds, drovers and country folk. History credits beardies with being herders, but also records their service as drovers working behind livestock being driven to market. Apparently beardies excelled in both functions. Documentation of the breeds history is incomplete because beardies belonged to the hill shepherds, rather than catching the nobleman’s eye, as a show breed. However, they are mentioned throughout several centuries and appear to be one of the oldest British (Scottish) breeds, tracing probably as far back as AD 1540 in recognizable form.

A beardie is a dog of almost over-powering friendliness, extremely active, and boisterous. He is truly a gift from the past with his endearing qualities and timeless beauty. They have an enthusiasm for life that is contagious -  they make you laugh not because they are intentionally clowning but because they are just having fun - and they laugh with you.

Bearded collies are extremely intelligent dogs - not merely trainable dogs, but dogs that love solving problems. They are delighted to put their brains to work to figure things out - especially if they can make you laugh (and it allows them to get away with mischief!)

Our wee pup was born January 28, 1998 Pickering Ontario; Champion breeder Sharon Dunsmsuir of Kincurran Bearded Collies of Pickering Ontario bred Elvis whose mother is Canadian Champion Pinewood Devil in Disguise (Devlin) and father is American Champion, International Champion, Canadian Champion Breakseas Gone West (Dylan). Elvis' grandfather on his father's side is English Champion Potterdale Conclusion (Charlie) and on his mother's side is Canadian Champion, American Champion Best in Show, Best in Specialty Show and "Top Canadian Dog" Potterdale Double Image (Burton) - however we love him for who he is - he is our "Top Play Pup".

Elvis has been a continual source of love and fun since coming into our lives on April 1, 1998.  His favorite times are walking along Lynn Creek or the Headwaters, playing with our nieces Jenny, Danene and Darianne, or herding  (with his “cousin” collie dog, Cody) all the ducks and heron on Birch Bay (and that’s a really big job for one dog!). Elvis also enjoys his weekdays spent at Launderdog Day Care where he loves playing with his friends, both canine and human, who have been wonderful to Elvis.  Elvis even appeared on VTV Breakfast with Launderdog - he loves those guys!  Elvis is now training in agility with James and jumps with glee over anything and everything (well almost) given to him. He is our most special pal and best friend and we found the attached poem, which reflects our true feelings for him. 

Click here to read a poem by Alfred Ollivant