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If dogs held a genius contest, the Border Collie would be the clear winner, no debate.

You may even call them the Einsteins of the canine world with just how smart they are.

However, this breed is a master of both brains and brawn – with its piercing gaze, boundless energy, and razor-sharp mind, the Border Collie is a workhorse at heart and a loyal companion in spirit.

Whether herding sheep or dazzling at agility trials, they pour their whole soul into whatever task lies ahead.

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If dogs held a genius contest, the Border Collie would be the clear winner, no debate. You may even call them the Einsteins of the canine world with just how...

If dogs held a genius contest, the Border Collie would be the clear winner, no debate.

You may even call them the Einsteins of the canine world with just how smart they are.

However, this breed is a master of both brains and brawn – with its piercing gaze, boundless energy, and razor-sharp mind, the Border Collie is a workhorse at heart and a loyal companion in spirit.

Whether herding sheep or dazzling at agility trials, they pour their whole soul into whatever task lies ahead.

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Border Collie – Carngham

Beautiful playful collie who has just turned 12 mths old, he was started on sheep but is not suitable as a working dog , too much play! would be great agility or flyball dog ready for his training and new home. Well socialised with other dogs and accustomed to farm life in general. Not desexed, fully vaccinated and wormed.

kathryn


Border Collie – Tamborine

All Puppies have received full vet check, their first vaccinations, microchipping, as well as their 2, 4, 6 & 8 week worming. They are purebred with papers, mum & dad have papers. They will come with puppy pack which includes starter puppy food. They have been handled since birth. They have also started socializing, car rides and have started toilet training. A $500 non-refundable deposit is to be paid to secure your puppy. Remaining amount must be paid on the day of collecting your new fur baby. Both Mother & father have beautiful temperaments.

Tanya Porter


Border Collie – Kilmore

Pure bred Border collie pups ready to go on the 9th Feb both parents are here for viewing all pups have been wormed microchipped and had there 1st vaccine and health check with certificate 6 female 2 males Black and white female $2700 Black and white tri female $3000 Brown and white 3 female $2700 Brown and white male $2700 Blonde and white male $3500 Blonde and white female $3500

Lisa Culpin


Border Collie – Nichols Point

Last pup so is really in need of a home. Is around kids all day and so parents are both with him for viewing. Dad is a Big Black and White and Mum is a Brown and white.

joseph cavallo


Border Collie – Glossop

We are a family own business in the Riverland in SA, Daisy is a Purer breed border collie has been DNA test so has been clear of all border collie issues. Our dogs are our family we do lots of camping fishing exploring the land together. We have welcome 6 beautiful bundle of joy to our family on the 01//01/25 Mum is such a medium hair brown and white pure breed border collie she has a great temperament very genital. Dad is Buddy he is a long hair lilac blue and white male he has a great temperament. We will only be letting these puppies to the best home as they are own babies, we spend a lot of time with and know they need to have room to play and explore. We have a Facebook page Riverland bundle of joy please like and check us out. The puppies will be around my children and our other dogs, our cat, and chickens also sheep as well. They will learn how to be social as we have the radio and tv going along with plenty of time with us playing and been handle. The puppies will come with microchip, vet check, first vax, puppy pack with some dry food that we will be feeding them with also some wet food along with a toy, bowl, that the puppy will have on when going to their forever home, a blanket that will be rub on mum when they leave. There will be discount voucher that will come with the puppies too. Contact Sarah on 0409 344 149 ring after 630pm or message me and I will get back asap. I can also arrange drop off around Adelaide as I have to drop off one already and Mildura VIC as well. RPBA number : 7204 Breeder number DACO212043 lilac blue girl $2500 grey girl available Brown and white $2000 white boy available Wheaten and white $2000 yellow boy sold black girl sold blue boy available grey girl sold Black and white $1500

sarah carter


Border Collie – Jess

We have 1 of our Border Collie babies still looking for her forever family. Born 14/12/24. Ready to go from 8/2/25 Mum is a medium haired Border Collie with 13% Golden Retriever in her dna coming in from her mums heritage. Dad is Pure-bred Border Collie (see photo attached, can provide more upon request). Both parents are family dogs with amazing temperaments, happy, healthy young dogs, plus health testing clear. Mum has amazing herding instincts but too soft of a personality to be any good on stock. Our puppies have been raised in a family environment around kids (5 & 10, & friends kids), plus other dogs on top of their mum. Raised on premium Lifewise dog food, wormed on schedule. Vet checked, vaccinated & microchipped. Our puppies have been exposed to different surfaces, loud noises, water play, & agility tunnels. Adorable girl Tinsel (all puppies got xmas themed names) is the only girl still looking for her forever home from the litter, just in time for Valentines Day 🥰😉 She is energetic with a real spunk & personality. She would suit an active family who understands the mental & physical stimulation a Border Collie needs. Her favourite things are the water & the agility tunnel. Located in Sale Victoria. Happy to travel with offer to cover fuel costs if need be.

Jess


Border Collie – Sale

We have 1 of our Border Collie babies still looking for her forever family. Born 14/12/24. Ready to go from 8/2/25 Mum is a medium haired Border Collie with 13% Golden Retriever in her dna coming in from her mums heritage. Dad is Pure-bred Border Collie (see photo attached, can provide more upon request). Both parents are family dogs with amazing temperaments, happy, healthy young dogs, plus health testing clear. Mum has amazing herding instincts but too soft of a personality to be any good on stock. Our puppies have been raised in a family environment around kids (5 & 10, & friends kids), plus other dogs on top of their mum. Raised on premium Lifewise dog food, wormed on schedule. Vet checked, vaccinated & microchipped. Our puppies have been exposed to different surfaces, loud noises, water play, & agility tunnels. Adorable girl Tinsel (all puppies got xmas themed names) is the only girl still looking for her forever home from the litter, just in time for Valentines Day 🥰😉 She is energetic with a real spunk & personality. She would suit an active family who understands the mental & physical stimulation a Border Collie needs. Her favourite things are the water & the agility tunnel. Located in Sale Victoria. Happy to travel with offer to cover fuel costs if need be.

Jess


Border Collie – Wodonga

We have adorable Border Collie/Merle pups seeking loving forever homes! We have two black and white males, two beautiful merle girls, and three charming merle boys, all eager to become part of a caring family. Each pup will come vaccinated and microchipped to ensure they start their new journey healthy and safe. We’re asking $1,200 for the black and white pups and $2,300 for the merle pups. Their dad is a purebred black and white Border Collie, and their mom is a lovely merle. If you’re ready to add a furry friend to your life, we would love to hear from you!

Teagen


Border Collie – Canungra

Talannach Border Collies are proud to announce the birth of 8 stunning purebred Border Collie puppies from our litter with our Slate Tri Merle dam, Nova & our Chocolate & White sire, Atlas. They are now ready to meetfor their new families! We have 2 pups from this litter of 8 available: 1. Wheaten boy with blue eyes $1700 (likely cryptic Merle) This puppy is outgoing, extremely affectionate and loves to play with his siblings. He loves water & is great at putting himself in his crate to sleep when he is tired. 2. Black & White Tri boy $1200 This boy is the largest puppy in the litter and he is laid back, affectionate, confident but happy to sit back & watch everything. He loves to wander off in the yard & play on his own, often found amusing himself with a toy, stuck or bone. He has his Dad’s freckles & the slightest tri markings from his Mum on his cheeks. Our puppies will come with the following:🐶vet check 🐶 microchip 🐶 vaccination 🐶 regular worming 🐶 flea & tick treatment 🐶 health guarantee 🐶 contract 🐶 desexing voucher 🐶 6 weeks free pet insurance 🐶 puppy pack with toys, Royal Canin food pack and a blanket that smells like mum and litter mates. Our breeding dogs are from DNA tested lines (Orivet-results pending) and are regularly vet checked, wormed, vaccinated, and fed a premium diet, in line with our breeding registration rules (we are proudly registered breeders with RPBA). Mum, Nova & dad, Atlas are NOT from working lines so they are NOT hyperactive at all & enjoy life as very spoilt dogs on our farm. Both are very obedient, highly intelligent and very affectionate and these traits have been passed down to their pups. Our pups are born & raised in our home & yard so they are handled regularly and are exposed to everyday noises. We raise our bubs around our children who are homeschooled as well as our Ragdoll cats, kittens, other dogs, goats & horses so our puppies are very comfortable around children, cats & livestock when they go to their new homes. Our farm is located 30 minutes outside of Beaudesert & we can accommodate a visit to meet one of our babies at our family home or we can arrange for you to meet our pups in Pimpama, Canungra, Logan, Ipswich or Beaudesert for convenience. We also fly our bubs all over Australia & it’s not expensive so feel free to request a quote. BIN0015430212505 RPBA 16546

Talannach Border Collies


Border Collie – Berwick

Beautiful 6 years old border collie, great nature, good accompany, kids friendly, looking for family can take good care of him

Sujie


Border Collie – Mansfield

Border Collie Puppies. 3 girls and 1 boy available. (The boy is the one if the most black on his face.) 7 weeks old, microchipped and vaccinated. Both parents are beautiful friendly dogs. Located Mansfield, Vic $1500

Sophia Hill


Border Collie – Cranbourne

I’m a registered RPBA Border Collie breeder based in Cranbourne, Victoria. I have one beautiful female puppy remaining from the current litter. She is a purebred who will come with her first vaccination, microchipping, worming and a vet health check. She has been raised in a home with children and cats. And has been socialised with known safe/healthy dogs. I have given them early desensitisation to loud noises, fireworks, vacuum cleaners and plenty of outdoor play. She will make great independent puppy by the time they’re ready to go. Pups have also been toilet trained to wee inside on fake grass ($20 from Kmart), though when out of their penned area will still need further training to cement their toilet training. Pups were born on 02/12/24 and will be ready to go to their new homes on the 27/01/25 when they’re 8 weeks old. 1 x chocolate sable female Mum is a red sable and Dad is a lilac Merle. Both very smart dogs and well mannered. Dad is particularly calm and relaxed by nature and a beautiful fluff ball. Mum is my little shadow, very affectionate and loves all the attention she can get. Both dogs love the beach and water, as well as fetch. Pups are $2,000 .. please text for further inquiries. Serious inquiries I’m happy to organise a visit, however deposits will be required to lock the puppy in and be held for you. ****Please note **** I am a shift worker with emergency services so won’t always be able to respond to phone calls, please text only and I’ll get back to you asap

Kaity


Border Collie – Mundijong

Border Collie x Lab Puppies ready for their forever homes on Saturday 1st February 2025 (when they are 8 weeks old). They will be wormed,  vet checked, immunised and microchipped at 6 weeks. Dad is a full breed Border Collie. He's a beautiful, calm and easy dog with a short haired coat.  He's a big softy who loves playing with his family who have 6 young kids. Mum is a Border Collie x Labrador and she just loves pats. She's great with kids and has a placid and relaxed temperament.  She has a medium rough coat and often gets compliments on how beautiful she looks. She is protective of her family and great with kids. Puppies are now 4 weeks old (4.1.25) and located in Mundijong.  At this stage there are 5 pups available - 4 boys and 1 girl. Selling price is $2000 with a deposit of $500 required. We are not available on Sundays but happy to arrange viewings any other day. Advertised elsewhere also.

Jo


Border Collie – Pimpama

Please Text 0421770141 To Enquire About Our Babies Talannach Border Collies are proud to announce the birth of 8 stunning purebred Border Collie puppies from our litter with our Slate Tri Merle dam, Nova & our Chocolate & White sire, Atlas. They were born 8 weeks ago & are now ready for their forever homes. We have the following 2 pups from this litter of 8 available: 1. Blue & White girl with blue eyes (now sold) 2. Black & White Tri boy $1200 3. Black & White Tri girl (now sold) 4. Blue Tri Merle girl (now sold) 5. Blue Tri Merle girl (now sold) 6. Wheaten boy with blue eyes (likely cryptic Merle) $1700 7. Wheaten girl with blue eyes (likely cryptic Merle) now sold 8. Wheaten girl (now sold) Our puppies will come with the following:🐶vet check 🐶 microchip 🐶 vaccination 🐶 regular worming 🐶 flea & tick treatment 🐶 health guarantee 🐶 contract 🐶 desexing voucher 🐶 6 weeks free pet insurance 🐶 puppy pack with toys, Royal Canin food pack and a blanket that smells like mum and litter mates. Our breeding dogs are from DNA tested lines (Orivet)and are regularly vet checked, wormed, vaccinated, and fed a premium diet, in line with our breeding registration rules (we are proudly registered breeders with RPBA). Mum, Nova & dad, Atlas are not from working lines so they are not hyperactive at all & enjoy life as our pets. Both are very obedient, highly intelligent and very affectionate and these traits have been passed down to their pups. Our pups are born & raised in our home & yard so they are handled regularly and are exposed to everyday noises. We raise our bubs around our children who are homeschooled as well as our Ragdoll cats, kittens, other dogs, goats & horses so our puppies are very comfortable around children, cats & livestock when they go to their new homes. Our farm is located 30 minutes outside of Beaudesert but we can arrange for you to meet our pups in Pimpama, Logan, Ipswich or Beaudesert for convenience. Please note that a $200 deposit is required to secure your pup. We often sell our litters very quickly, often with a waitlist, so if you are looking for an affectionate, playful, soft, fluffy & obedient puppy, please reach out to us. We are also able to fly our bubs all over Australia & it’s not expensive. BIN0015430212505

Talannach Border Collies


Border Collie – chloe

We have some beautiful boy border collie puppies that will be ready for their forever home in mid-Jan 16/01/2024 at 8 weeks, born on 21/11/2024. They are currently 6 weeks old. Happy to answer any questions. Only 4 x Boys left - 1x Wheaten , 2x Black and white, 1 x Blue Merle Gray and White. I do have some videos, I can send for a better look at each pup. All puppies have been wormed every 2 weeks from birth, and will be vaccinated and microchipped at 6 weeks old. About Mum and Dad. Mum (Marlie), is a calm, more chilled out bordercollie, loves water, beach, walks, cuddles, and has a loving nature. Dad (Leo), is your typical energetic bordercollie, loves to play, ball is his best friend, leo is a super loyal dog and very clever. Leo and Marlie are both super friendly, family dogs who love people and have a cuddly nature. Bordercollies are known to have lots of energy, so it's important that these puppies find the right home that wants to love and care for all their needs and requirements. Leo and Marlie have regular health check ups, vaccinated yearly, and socialise well with other dogs, never had any issue with them being reactive or anything, we take both to the dog parks, and dog beaches regularly. These puppies and their parents live in Newcastle; you are welcome to come and meet the puppies; lots of photos will be updated as they grow! Puppies booked in for Vaccinations, Microchipping and health check on the 02/01/2025 this will be provided to you. We are happy to work with you if not local, could potentially meet half way point to make things easier. Happy to answer any questions you may have :)

chloe


Border Collie – Dondingalong

Pure Breed Border Collies looking for their forever homes. Dad is Black and White and Mum is blue Merle. Long Hair. Vaccinated and microchipped available now. Only girls left boys SOLD. Available now. Contact Tina 0439623239. Kempsey NSW Only 2 Girls Left

Tina Keast


Border Collie – Midland

1 female pup ready now: will come with Microchipped, 2,4,6&8 weeks Wormed, Health checked, 1st Vaccinated, 6 weeks free insurance, Puppy pack Both parents are Long Coat Purebred Border Collies .They’re beautiful,healthy and lovely temperament. They’ve been Full breed profile DNA testing and diseases cleared by Orivet. We’re registered breeder with RPBA #13776.

Lin


Border Collie – Bowen

All puppies come wormed microchipped, vet checked and first immunisation. Earliest they can go to their new home is Christmas Eve. Both parents socialise well with other dogs and children. Puppies have also been socialised with 2 other non-related dogs one of a different breed.

Todd


Border Collie – Ormeau

2 year old male border collie Great temperament Easily trained Symmetrical face markings Soft long coat Tri-coloured Blue Merle Two coloured eyes Well aligned bite Strong, athletic and muscular build 24.7kgs Well socialised with all sizes of dog Great with small children, families and adults Looking to offer a stud service for those interested .

Sian


Border collie puppies

3 gorgeous border collie pups are looking for their forever homes, ready to go 7/12/24 Wheaten Male $2000 Blue Tri Male $2000 Black Tri Male $2000 Parents have been DNA tested for inheritable diseases and both have lovely sweet tempraments. Puppies have received their first vaccination and microchips, are up to date with deworming and have been health checked by our veterinarian. They will go to their new homes with a health guarantee. Our puppies are raised in the family home and are well socialised and used to the comings and goings of daily life. They all receive lots of love and daily attention. Mum and pups are fed a high quality diet which shows in their beautiful coats and general good health. Pups will leave with a puppy pack including a 3kg bag of their kibble, a scented blanket, puppy raising guide and some essentials to get you started. Ready to leave for their new families from 7/12/24, but we are happy to keep pups with us until after the busy Christmas period. More photos and videos by request or @ Stellar and Misty on Facebook RPBA #15665

Michelle Roseman


Border collie puppies

3 gorgeous border collie boys are looking for their loving families Wheaton Male $2000 Blue tri Male $2000 Black tri Male $2000 Pups are vaccinated and microchips ready for their forever homes from 7/12/24 or can stay with us until after the busy Christmas period. Parents both have lovely sociable personalities and have been genetically tested to ensure pups will be free of any inheritable conditions. Pups will go home with a health guarantee.

Michelle Roseman


Border collie puppies

3 gorgeous border collie boys are looking for their loving families. Wheaten Male $2000 Blue tri Male $2000 Black tri Male $2000 Pups are vaccinated microchipped and ready for their forever homes from 7/12/24 or can stay with us until after the busy Christmas period. Mum and pups are fed a high quality diet which is evident in their beautiful coats and general good health. Parents both have lovely sociable personalities and have been genetically tested to ensure pups will be free of any inheritable conditions. Pups will leave for their new homes with a health guarantee.

Michelle Roseman


Border Collie – Glenmore Park

🌟 Beautiful Border Collie Puppies for Sale! 🌟 Looking for the perfect companion? Our adorable Border Collie puppies are ready to join their forever homes! 🧸 About the Puppies: Purebred Border Collies Born [16-10-2024] Healthy, playful, and well-socialized Raised in a loving home with kids and other pets Perfect for active families, farms, or anyone looking for a loyal companion Known for their intelligence, energy, and excellent trainability 🐾 What's Included: First set of vaccinations Dewormed and vet checked Microchipped 💫 Why Choose Our Border Collies? Raised by experienced breeders with over [insert years] years of experience Parents on-site with excellent temperaments Healthy and happy puppies ready to start their training with you! Price: [Depending on colours] The litter includes: - 2 red and white males -- $1500 Each [Pic 2 and Pic 6] - 1 blue merles (1 male) -- $1800 Each [Pic 3] - 2 black and whites (1 male, 1 female) -- $1000 Each [Pic 5 -female and Pic 4 -male] 📍 Location: [Glenmore Park,NSW] 💬 Contact us today to reserve your new best friend! 📞 Call 0449123883 Don't miss out on this opportunity to bring home one of these amazing puppies!

Satwinder Singh


Border Collie – Midland

Red & White border collie puppy available. 1 female 4 male Ready for new home on 06/01/25,will come with: Microchipped, 2,4,6&8 weeks Wormed, Health checked, 1st Vaccinated, 6 weeks free insurance, Puppy pack Both parents are Long Coat Purebred Border Collies .They’re beautiful,healthy and lovely temperament. They’ve been Full breed profile DNA testing and diseases cleared by Orivet. We’re registered breeder with RPBA #13776.

Lin


Border Collie – Kin Kin

Border collie puppies born 10th September. Ready to go to forever homes from 6th November. We have a mix of black and white, chocolate and white and black, white and brown. EDIT: We have 4 boys and 1girl left. Girls are priced at $1000 ea Boys are priced at $800 ea Mum (Biscuit) Border Collie x Kelpie. Beautiful temperament. Great with kids and cats. Dad (Alfie) pure-bred Border Collie, black and white. Friendly temperament. Puppies will be well socialised with cats, dogs and children. 50 acres to explore as they grow. Puppies will come: -Wormed (Every 2 weeks since Birth) -Vaccinated -Microchipped -Vet Health Check and information folder with their records. -Puppies are sold without papers. RPBA 16270 BIN0015363756013

Stefanie Davis


Borderweenies

8 week old border collie x daschhund Miniature black and white some spotty white paws and chest 3 short haired boys short legged 1 short haired boy standard tall legged 1 short haired girl short legged Beautiful temperament loves to play and cuddle raised in family home with young children and cats Wormed, Vet checked, c3 Vaccination and Microchipped

Sara Ekvall


Border Collie – Bentleigh

A litter was born on August 17 of this year. These purebred Border Collies are in excellent health, with vaccinations completed, microchipping done, and various health certificates from our veterinarian available upon request. Now only two puppies are available. Meet the puppies: The Girl 2 has a very strong build and is always the most assertive one in the litter. It excels at following commands and is incredibly smart. Girl 3 has a striking appearance, with perfectly symmetrical patterns on its coat. It always seems to be pondering your thoughts, tilting its little head from side to side to read you. Very alert, it has already started taking on the role of a guard dog. Meet the Parents: Mother: An alert and attentive guard dog, she ensures a safe and nurturing environment. Father: A two-year-old athlete known for his exceptional skills in sports. He loves playing fetch and frisbee, drawing attention with his agility and charm. The puppies can be picked up at Philip Island Farm 3984 or in the Bentleigh area 3204. Don’t miss the chance to welcome one of these amazing pups into your home!

Steve


Border Collie – Port Macquarie

We are currently taking expressions of interest on our Border Collie puppies Current photos are from the last litter . The puppies will be ready for their new homes at 8 weeks and will come vaccinated, vet checked, microchipped and wormed. Mum and dad are both very soft in nature and great around kids and other dogs. They are also very intelligent and easy to train. Prices will range between $1500-$2500 depending on colours Please feel free to reach out to us to arrange a viewing, located in Port Macquarie area RPBA Number: 15869

Ashley Gittoes


Border Collie – Forreston

Purebred Border Collie Puppies! Born on 20/10/24. 8 weeks on the 15th December. They will be vet checked, vaccinated and microchipped at 6 weeks old. 2 x blue and white girls. 1 x slate merle girl. 2 x slate merle boys. 1x blue merle boy. Last two photos are of the parents. Mother is medium haired blue merle with lilac. Father is long haired blue and white. Both parents have beautiful natures and can be viewed. Please email, text or call for more information.

Larissa


Border Collie – Attunga

These 2 affectionate & playful pups are eagerly awaiting their new homes and are ready to embark on their new adventures. AVAILABLE NOW DOB 4/6/24 7 n 1/2mths old as of 31/12/24 2x Black/white (M) - Obi-wan & Yoda - $500ea They have been wormed at 2, 4, 6, 8, 12 & 16 weeks and now monthly Nexgard Spectra also vaccinated x3, microchipped & vet checked. Pups will have their own collar and lead, a folder with all paperwork and will be on Limited Registrar with MDBA (Master Dog Breeders Assoc). They can be transported interstate at buyers cost. Our puppies are sweet natured and have beautiful temperaments, they are well socialised with other animals on our property, cats, chickens, cattle & horses. Their loving, affectionate & very active mum 'Holly' is EERed/white & their handsome big cuddly, blue eyed dad 'Aussie' is Tri Blue Merle, both are DNA tested and are Master Dog Breeders Associate (MDBA) registered, Member no. 24362. If you think you can give one of these beautiful, loving & playful pups a furever home, please contact Rod on 0416074035 or Robyn on 0418463776 email - byndreaminbordercollies@gmail.com fb - BynDreamin BorderCollies Microchip Number 900141000348730, 900141000348735 Pet Seller Identification B001082637

Robyn Watt


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The Ultimate Border Collie Guide

About Border Collie

Border Collie puppies are like a wind-up toy with an endless spring—they thrive on activity and adore having a job to do.

They’re whip-smart and often outthink their owners, but their devotion to their humans is second to none.

Lifespan

Lifespan

12 to 15 years

Weight

Weight

12 – 20 kg

Height

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48 – 56 cm

Grooming

Grooming

Weekly brushing helps remove loose fur and prevent tangles.

Origins

The Border Collie hails from the windswept hills and rugged landscapes of the Scottish-English border, where it was bred for herding sheep with unparalleled precision.

Its roots date back hundreds of years, with ancestors that combined speed, stamina, and an uncanny ability to read livestock.

The breed as we know it was solidified in the 19th century, largely thanks to a dog named Old Hemp, the patriarch of modern Border Collies.

Today, they remain the gold standard for herding dogs across the globe.

Key Characteristics Of Border Collies

Are Border Collies Family-Friendly?

For the right family, a Border Collie is nothing short of a joy.

They bond fiercely with their people and are wonderful companions for active households.

Common Health Issues & Considerations

Border Collies may suffer from:

Seizures

Retinal atrophy

Hypothyroidism

Canine Hip Dysplasia

Nature / Temperament

Energetic, intelligent, loyal, focused, playful

Suitable Environment

Border Collies thrive in places where they can stretch their legs and have a safe space to run.

A house with a secure yard is ideal, and rural settings with wide-open spaces are even better.

Other Considerations

  1. Border Collies are famous for their intense gaze, or “eye,” which they use to control livestock with nothing but a look.
  2. A Border Collie named Chaser was known as the smartest dog in the world, recognizing over 1,000 words – the biggest vocabulary of any non-human animal, ever.
  3. These dogs have graced the big screen, including memorable roles in films like Babe.
  4. They herd anything that is mobile: kids, dogs, sheep and even cats. It’s advisable to keep your dog in a securely fenced yard.
  5. These are workaholic canines so they thrive on physical and mental stimulation. Consider getting them puzzle toys to keep them entertained.

How can I take good care of my Border Collie?

Nutrition

Border Collies burn through calories like nobody’s business, so they need a high-quality, nutrient-dense diet packed with protein to support their muscles and healthy fats for energy.

Divide meals into two portions daily to fuel their active lifestyle without overloading their digestive system.

Grooming

Their double coat is weather-resistant and surprisingly low-maintenance.

Exercise

Daily activity is a must—long walks, vigorous games, or even agility training.

Mental stimulation is just as important as physical exercise, so include puzzle toys, training sessions, or even herding activities if possible.

A bored and energy-filled Border Collie puppy is a troublemaker lying in wait.

Training

Border Collies are sharp as a tack, but their intelligence comes with a side of stubbornness. Early training is crucial, and positive reinforcement works wonders. Keep sessions engaging and varied—they’re quick to learn but just as quick to grow bored if things feel repetitive.

Adopt from reputable Border Collie puppy registered breeder so that your puppy has the best chance of growing into a well-behaved adult dog.

This is general information and should not be relied on for adopting or purchasing advice.

Most Asked Border Collie Questions

If you are looking for a Border Collie for sale, it’s always better to buy from reputable, ethical breeders. Responsible Border Collie breeders will be able to produce healthy Border Collie puppies with an even temperament. The average cost of Border Collie puppies will be between AUD $1000 and $5000.

They can be a challenge for beginners due to their high energy and intelligence. If you’re ready for a commitment and have an active lifestyle, they can be rewarding companions.

Yes, they are very agile. They can jump as high as 1.5m, especially if they notice something interesting on the other side.

Yes, though their herding instincts may lead to playful chasing. Proper introductions and socialisation help them adapt.

They’re not excessive barkers but will vocalize to alert you or when excited.

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