| The Border Collie Dog Breed
Country of Origin: The Border Collie originated in
Great Britain.
Height: males 19-22 inches (48-56 cm.) females
18-21 inches (46-53 cm.)
Weight: males 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg.) females
27-42 pounds (12-19 kg.)
Description: The Border Collie is a medium sized
dog with a tapered muzzle and half-perked ears. The Border
Collie is in the Herding group.
Colors: The Border Collie's coat comes in black
and white, tri-color, red & white, black & gray, and all
black. |
Coat: There are two types of coats,
one with sleek hair and one with coarse hair.
Temperament: The border collie is a high energy
breed that loves to work and requires activities to keep it
healthy and occupied. Border collies are highly intelligent,
sensitive and responsive. They thrive on pleasing their
owners day in and day out and will not be happy sitting
around a house all day. Border collies are very energetic,
highly trainable and have great stamina.
Health Concerns: The Border Collie has been known
to suffer from progressive retinal atrophy, ceriod
lipofuscinosis, and joint problems. |
Life Expectancy: The life expectancy of the Border
Collie is 12-15 years.
Living Environment: Not suited for a confined
living space, Border Collies thrive on farms and ranches,
where it can make the most of its excellent herding
abilities.
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