The Canine Field Guide
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Herding Group — Origin: Scotland/England

Border Collie

A medium-sized herding-group dog known for being smart and energetic.

Size
Medium
Weight
1420 kg
Lifespan
1215 yrs
Strength
7
Stamina
10
Trainability
5
Friendliness
6

At a mid-life age of 13.5 years, this breed is roughly

75.8 human years old

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What it eats

  • Balanced dry kibble with lean protein
  • Two meals a day portioned to activity level
  • Fish oil supplement for coat health

What it does

  • Long-distance running or biking companion
  • Working or herding-style tasks
  • Advanced agility and endurance sport

Habitat

Does best with a yard or frequent walks; comfortable in suburban homes with space to move.

Daily exercise needs

Bred with a athletic streak, this breed keeps its condition with very high daily exertion.

Very High exertion~140 min/day

Field note

Hailing from Scotland/England, the Border Collie has been recognized as part of the Herding group for generations of purposeful breeding.

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