Border Collies

Border Collies are a medium sized dog and a pedigree breed. Also known as: Scottish Sheepdog

Border Collies to rehome >>

Lifespan

10-14 years

Breed group

Pastoral

Weight

Male: 14-20kg

Female: 14-20kg

Height

Male: 48-56cm

Female: 46-53cm

Pedigree

Yes

Other names

Scottish Sheepdog, Collie

Breed Size

Medium

Breed Type

Pastoral

Health tests available

BVA/KC Hip Dysplasia Scheme, BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme, DNA test - CEA/CH, DNA test - CL, DNA test - TNS, BVA/KC/ISDS Gonioscopy

Characteristics

Exercise needs

Very high

Easy to train

Very easy

Shedding

Heavy

Grooming
needs

Medium

Good with
Children

Suited to older children

Health of breed

Low

Cost to keep

Medium

Intelligence

Very high

Tolerates being alone

Low anxiety

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