Border Collie
The world's most intelligent breed — magnificent for active owners, overwhelming for everyone else.
Breed at a glance
- Size
- Medium
- Group
- Herding
- Lifespan
- 12–15 years
- Weight
- 30–55 lbs
- Height
- 18–22 in
- Temperament
- Intense, Athletic, Trainable
Care ratings
Exercise needs5/5
Grooming needs3/5
Family friendliness4/5
Apartment suitability1/5
Beginner friendliness1/5
Health concerns
- Hip dysplasia
- Collie eye anomaly
- MDR1 drug sensitivity
Choose breeders who health-test parents and discuss breed-specific screening with your vet.
Nutrition
High-performance formula for working lines; adjust calories to activity season.
Care tips
- Needs a job: agility, herding, flyball or advanced obedience.
- May herd children or bikes without an outlet.
- Brush twice weekly, more during shedding.
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