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Border Collie

Border Collie

Medium breed · Scotland/England border

Border Collies are widely considered the most intelligent dog breed in the world. Bred for herding sheep on the Scottish-English border, they have boundless energy and an intense work drive.

Breed Statistics

12–15 yrs
Lifespan
12–20 kg
Weight
120 min/day
Exercise
Regular brushing
Grooming

Temperament

  • Intelligent
  • Energetic
  • Responsive
  • Alert
  • Tenacious

Daily Calorie Range

900–1300 kcal/day

For an average adult Border Collie. Adjust for weight, age, and activity level.

5 Facts About the Border Collie

  1. 1

    Border Collies ranked #1 in Stanley Coren's dog intelligence study.

  2. 2

    Chaser the Border Collie learned over 1,000 object names — a world record.

  3. 3

    Without adequate mental stimulation, they can become destructive.

  4. 4

    They use 'the eye' — a hypnotic stare — to control sheep.

  5. 5

    Border Collies can run up to 40 km/h (25 mph) at full sprint.

Border Collie Age Calculator

Affects aging rate — giants age fastest.

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