As an owner of a Border collie breed, with thought about gather all the important facts (and interesting bits) that you need to know about the Border collie breed.
| Breed Group: | Herding, AKC Herding |
| Weight: | 30 – 45 lbs |
| Height: | 19 – 22 inch |
| Colors: | Black and white, tri-color, red & white, black & gray, yellow, yellow & white, sable, and all black |
| Life Expectancy: | 12 – 15 years |
- The Border Collie was originally called the “Scotch Sheep Dog”
- Originated in Northumberland along the borders of Scotland and England.
- It is a descendant from dogs used by the Vikings to herd reindeer, the old British droving breeds, with spaniel added.
- Named a “workaholic” for its shear drive and love for working, the Border Collie has an eye that can hypnotize cattle!
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