Border Collie

HISTORY

ORIGIN  GREAT BRITIAN

GROUP  HERDING GROUP

The Border Collie was bred to herd sheep throughout England and Ireland, and they have done this with perfection for the last 200 years.

APPEARANCE(S)

Border Collies are medium sized dogs with almost perfect proportion. They are built like an athlete, and have very agile bodies. The ears can be erect or semi erect and they have long bushy tails.

COLOR(S)

This breed is usually black and white, and can have some freckling on the muzzle.

COAT

This breed has a medium length soft coat.

PERSONALITY

ACTIVITY LEVEL

High

POSITIVES

This breed is highly intelligent and witty. They love to play and work. Border Collies get along well with kids and other dogs.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

Border Collies NEED to have a job, if they are not stimulated they will often develop behavior problems. This breed can be quite shy around new people.

IDEAL LIVING SITUATION

This breed would do well in country.

HELPFUL INFORMATION/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

This breed needs to be brushed weekly.

BREED RELATED HEALTH CONCERNS

The following conditions are known to be seen in this breed, please look at our A to Z listing to find out detailed information.

• Osteochondritis Dissecans

• Use caution when giving any drug containing Ivermectin

NATIONAL CLUBS AND/OR ORGANIZATIONS

Border Collie Society of America
1855 Route 21
Palmyra, NY 14522-9349

FUN FACT(S)

The Border Collie often excels in any kind of obedience and agility competitions.