Border Collie belongs to the Herding Breed. This was used by the Scottish people of the England Borders which used these dogs as the herding of the sheep. So first part of the name of this dog Border is taken from the region of England Scottish Borders and collie is taken from the old Scots language. It was brought to the united kingdom in the start of the 30th century and was registered by the International Sheep Dog Society first time in the history. Furthermore other clubs also registered this breed lately.
Border Collie Appearance:
This breed is one of the most intelligent and energetic with the medium size and extreme energy for work. Its body is longer as compare to its height. It has good body length and has good muzzles. Its skull is near about flat and the head is little bit rectangular. Its eyes are oval shaped and have often brown color. Other colors can also be seen in this breed but it just depends upon the variety of this dog. It has wide space between his eyes. It has back nose and wide nostrils which helps it to breathe fast.
It has medium sized ear which are at their regular places. It has medium sized hair coat on its body. Usually the color of this dog is black and white pattern so the coat can be black or the white patterned. This coat allows it to be saved from the severe weather conditions and the cold air in winter. Coat colors can be varied in different varieties as you can see tri color, red and brown and other colors and patterns in this dog. Tail is also of medium sized and has the same coat hair just like its body coat. It height can be between the 20-23 inches and weight normally lies between 32-44pounds. There can be weight variation between the female and the male dog as well as this variation can be found in height.
Border Collie Characteristics:
This breed is the good energetic and intelligent which can do several works as it
This pet is lovely and affectionate. You can also use it as the home pet but you should train it to have the better pet as compare to other pets which are not trained in a better way. It can be easily maintained in the small apartments also. It is also good with the children and the family members.
Border Collie Health:
Border Collie has not any genetic health issue if it belongs to a good breed. Other problems just like eye issues and allergies can be happen as like the other dogs in this breed. But still you have to take care about its health because it is the main thing to maintain its fitness and activity. You should provide it hygienic environment to avoid the health issues.
Border Collie Feed:
Border Collie don’t require any special type of feed but you should always try to provide the good feed to it. The nutrition level of the feed should be checked before providing it. It will also maintain your dog fitness and activity. Overfeed should be avoided to keep its activity normal.
Border Collie Care:
Border Collie need a lot of attention, you cannot leave it alone for a long time as it will cause the behavior problems. You should also take care about its fitness and the health. Daily exercise, Coat Brushing and also you should give it a bath after the specific intervals of time.
Border Collie Expenditures:
Border Collie is a good pet with the best characteristics and a lot of intelligence which can also help you in your daily life. With little bit care you can make it sociable and can have many other benefits as well.
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