Origin, along the border between England and Scotland over 100 years ago, this magnificent animal bred to nonstop, herding sheep to work. Diligently, alert, focused and loyal and with amazing stamina suits it describes. Sometimes necessary, to over 40 miles per day, and with their running remarkable clarity, the Border Collie was important asset to its owner.
With an average life of 12-15 years dog this medium size usually Renforce between 30-45 pounds.
You are the type A personalities in the dog world. The Border Collie has only one thing on his mind - work!
Without adequate exercise, not just a casual walk around the block and abundant mental stimulation, you are acutely neurotic and serious inappropriate behavioral problems. This dog needs a job!
One of the primary reasons why so many border collies or Border Collie mixes in rescues and shelters is wrong owner had. You are not the perfect dog for an inexperienced examiner dog owner!
They are remarkably intelligent. They are easy and fun to train. Purpose is the herding group that are quickly to change inherent behaviors that can exceptionally difficult return. For example, chasing cars, other dogs, cats, squirrels, bikes and skateboards can be a problem for most obedient going. Experienced owner recognizes its dead give away that are locked out around the world and do what you were born to do. It is their powerful stare. Incredibly, you stop everything out, and focus only on the victim (s) Chase. Without proper training it is almost impossible is on your attention a callback if you are in their working mode.
This is a dog is not happy when you're not working. If you don't have to roam a farm or loose country be prepared to attend rallies, obedience, agility and flyball Frisbee competitions. Planning a trophy room have. Give you the time and attention you need and you will make your efforts worthwhile. Show offs are. You love to perform and thrive if the spotlight on you.
Because of its unparalleled instinct in herding, demanding nature high energy and endurance, you are not not good apartment dogs, you are sometimes recommended even other dogs and cats for elderly and/or families with young children,. Your pulse is inherent pin, push and bark and almost impossible to change.
You need positive reinforcement, penalty-free puppy kindergarten at an early age. Socialization with humans and other dogs is essential. It is essential that you get so much obedience training as possible. You will not disappoint you. You will be successful to respect every challenge and your therse leadership.
The most border collies would rather spend her days outside have an adventure with you, rather than on the couch before the TV cuddle clapped. This is not the right dog for an inactive family!
You are emotional and voltage sensitive to your family and surroundings. Set without proper training and socialization can foreign and without warning, beware of children and adults, you do not know.
Border collies have their fair share of predisposes health issues. They include: elbow and hip dysplasia, Collie eye anomaly (CEA), epilepsy, allergy, Ostenochondrosis Dissecans (OCD), hearing loss, arthritis and progressive retinal atrophy (PRA).
Seasonal shedding should be expected. Their half-length coats require regular brushing and baths, if needed.
Bottom line: do your homework. This is a dog, which requires much attention hours practice and fair, solid, consistent leadership. Well where do it plenty of room to run. Keep unattended in a court yard, there is no question for escaping a way when you are boring. Avoid flea markets and pet shops. Only perpetuate it horrible puppy mills. Find a responsible breeder trusted. Shelters and rescues overflowing with border collies that give credibility that you are not aka dog with life. Who knows, if it takes you worried your new best friend on offer can be.
