The Border Collie is a medium-sized breed of herding dog from the borders of England and Scotland. These dogs are medium in size, with a thick double coat of fur to protect them from the cold. They have an energetic and intelligent demeanor, with an instinct for herding and working. They are highly trainable and obedient, but require firm and consistent training to be obedient. They are loyal and devoted to their family, with an independent nature that makes them well suited for herding and guard work.
Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)At a glance
- Life expectancy
- 12–16 years
- Weight
- Male 14–25 kg · Female 12–20 kg
- Height at withers
- Male 48–56 cm · Female 46–53 cm
- Origin
- 19th century · United Kingdom
- Coat
- double, medium
- Colors
- black and white, black tricolor (black, tan, white), blue merle, red merle, red and white, sable, solid black
- Hypoallergenic
- No
- Other names
- Recognized by
- AKC, FCI, UKC, KC, CKC, ANKC, NZKC
Traits
Energy
Barking
Shedding
Grooming
Drooling
Trainability
With children
With other dogs
With strangers
Apartment friendly
Daily exercise90 min per day
If your Border Collie gets lost
Smart and devoted, he often tries to get home on his own: check the way back and water points. Drawn to movement, he may follow joggers or herds.
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