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Border Collie

intelligent • energetic • responsive • alert

HerkunftScotland / England
Lebenserwartung12-15 years
Gewicht14-20 kg
Energielevelvery-high

Quick Stats

Größemedium
Gewicht14-20 kg
Lebenserwartung12-15 years
Energielevelvery-high
Fellpflegemoderate
Trainierbarkeiteasy
HerkunftScotland / England
Temperament
intelligentenergeticresponsivealert

Überblick

The Border Collie is widely regarded as the most intelligent dog breed in the world. These intense, athletic herding dogs have an unmatched work ethic and need extensive mental and physical stimulation to thrive.

Verträglichkeit

Kinder
Gut
Andere Hunde
Gut
Katzen
Mittel
Wohnungshaltung
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Pflegeguide

Border Collies need a job to do. Without extensive exercise and mental challenges, they will become destructive. They excel in agility, flyball, herding, and obedience. Not a breed for casual or sedentary owners.

Bewegungsbedarf

At least 2 hours of vigorous daily exercise plus mental stimulation. They need both physical and intellectual challenges.

Fellpflege

Brush 2-3 times weekly. They come in smooth and rough coat varieties. Regular brushing prevents matting in rough-coated dogs.

Gesundheitsprobleme

hip dysplasia
epilepsy
collie eye anomaly
osteochondritis dissecans

Wissenswertes

🐶Border Collies are the most intelligent dog breed, capable of learning over 1,000 words.
🐶A Border Collie named Chaser was known as the "smartest dog in the world" with a vocabulary of 1,022 words.
🐶They can control sheep with an intense stare known as "the eye".

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Border Collies good for first-time owners?
Not recommended. Their extreme intelligence and energy require experienced, dedicated handling.
How smart are Border Collies?
The smartest dog breed. They can learn new commands in fewer than 5 repetitions and obey first commands 95% of the time.
Do Border Collies need a farm?
Not necessarily, but they need extensive exercise and mental stimulation. Active owners who provide sufficient outlets can keep them in suburban homes.
Do Border Collies herd children?
Yes, their herding instinct can lead them to nip at heels. Training helps redirect this natural behaviour.

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