Border Collie
Border Collie
Breed Group
Herding Group
Personality
Devoted, intelligent, stable, confident, typically not shy or aggressive, affectionate, energetic, demanding, playful, strong desire to herd, very intelligent so without proper training and exercise can become board and destructive
Fun Fact
Border Collies have all kinds of jobs, but one career you probably haven't heard of is “goose master.” One Florida company trains Border Collies to keep geese off people's property. The Border Collie was originally developed in Scotland and thrived in the region on the border of Scotland and England. The word "Collie" may derive from the Scots word for 'coal' it may also refer to the related word 'coolly' referring to the black-faced mountain sheep of Scotland.
Average Height
19-22 Inches (Male)
18-21 Inches (Female)
Average Weight
30-55 Pounds
Life Span
12-15 Years
Grooming Tips
- Seasonal Shedding.
- Weekly brushing.
- Higher protein shampoos and conditioners.
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