
HerdingMedium
Border Collie
边境牧羊犬
Widely considered the most intelligent dog breed. Needs a job — without physical AND mental exercise, they get destructive fast.
- Origin
- UK
- Lifespan
- 12-15 years
- Weight
- 14-20 kg
- Height
- 46-56 cm
- Kids
- Good with kids
- Temperament
- Intelligent
Trainability
Shedding
Exercise needs
Care notes
- 90+ minutes of exercise AND daily training or puzzle work
- Brush 2-3 times a week
- Not recommended for apartment living without serious commitment
Common health concerns
- Hip dysplasia
- Collie eye anomaly
- Epilepsy
- MDR1 drug sensitivity
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