Herding group · Medium
Border Collie
Brilliant, intense, workaholic herding dog.
Lifespan12–15 yrs
Weight30–55 lb
Height18–22 in
Shedding High
Exercise Very High
Grooming Moderate
Health conditions to know
Collie eye anomaly (CEA)
Inherited, DNA-testable eye malformation.
Hip & elbow dysplasia
Screen breeding dogs.
Epilepsy
Idiopathic seizures occur in the breed.
Neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis & TNS
DNA-testable fatal storage/immune diseases.
MDR1 drug sensitivity
Some carry the MDR1 mutation; DNA test to guide medication.
Recommended health screenings
Questions worth asking a breeder about the parents, or your vet about your dog:
- OFA hip & elbow
- CAER eye exam
- DNA: CEA, CL, TNS, MDR1
Who it suits
Only for very active homes that can provide real mental and physical work.