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Border Collie
Also known as: Collie
Origin: Scotland/England
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Size
Medium
Weight
14-25 kg (30-55 lbs)
Life Expectancy
12-15 years
Energy
Very High
Trainability
Very High
Barking
High
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Compatibility
Children
High
Other Dogs
High
Strangers
Moderate
Cats
Moderate
History & Origin
Developed in the border region between Scotland and England for sheep herding.
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Training Tips
Job Required
Without a job, they create one - often destructively
Mental Exhaustion
Mental work tires them more than physical exercise
Herding Instinct
May try to herd children, bikes, cars - redirect this
Common Health Considerations
Hip Dysplasia
ModerateJoint issues
Collie Eye Anomaly
ModerateInherited eye condition
Epilepsy
ModerateSeizure disorder
Care Requirements
Exercise Needs
2+ hours daily. Mental work essential.
Grooming Needs
Moderate shedding. Weekly brushing.
Drooling Level
Coat & Colors
Coat Type
Double coatMedium or long
Common Colors
Black & WhiteRed & WhiteTricolorMerle
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