Dog breed
Border Collie
The world's smartest working dog.
Size
Medium
Lifespan
12–15 years
Energy
Very High
Grooming
Moderate
Origin
UK
Overview
Bred to herd sheep with the famous 'eye', Border Collies need a real job. They dominate agility, herding and flyball but can develop obsessive habits if under-worked.
Care & lifestyle
90+ minutes daily activity + intense mental work. Brush weekly; more during shedding.
Great with
Active familiesSports homes
Personality
GeniusWorkaholicSensitive
Physical
- Weight
- 30–55 lbs
- Height
- 18–22 in
Bring home checklist
- · Vet booked within 72 hours
- · Species-correct food & bowls
- · Enrichment / toy rotation
- · ID + microchip / DNA
- · Pet-safe cleaning products
