Border Collie

The Border Collie was bred to work. This high energy medium build dog is known for its strong locked-on gaze while working. They are agile, fast and attentive and with enough exercise and a job they make wonderful companions. They are part of the AKC Herding group.

Health Tests Recommended for Border Collies

If you are buying a Border Collie puppy you should make sure that your breeder has tested the parents and puppy for potential congenitalCongenital means present at birth. Something that is congenital may or may not be inherited by parents and passed on to offspring. illnesses.  The breeder should be able to provide you with the test results for both the parents and any results for puppies being sold.   Each test has different criteria and different types of results so you may want to review the results with a veterinarian if the breeder is unable to answer your questions on the results to your satisfaction.   By taking the time to discuss testing results yo

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Common Inherited Illnesses in Border Collies

These are the most common inherited illnesses in the Border Collie.  Border Collies can inherit other illnesses beyond these, but these are the most prevalent.  If you are thinking of breeding Border Collies, please speak with your veterinarian about potential tests that should be done to avoid congenitalCongenital means present at birth. Something that is congenital may or may not be inherited by parents and passed on to offspring. disorders in offspring. 

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Border Collie Photos

Check out some of our favorite Border Collie photos below.  If you have a cute Border Collie you want to share send us an email at contributions@metrosniff.com.  Make sure to read the submission guidelines first.


Photo By: Traci Hilliard of Flashpointe Belgian Malinois
 

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