Border Sheepdog Dog Breed

The Border Sheepdog is not recognized by any established kennel club. They do come from two herding breeds and work very hard, however, so you can informally understand them as working dogs. They are great companions and perfect for first-time dog owners who have patience and active lifestyles. They are great with kids so long as the dogs are properly trained and the kids are educated about how to behave around small, playful dogs.

Below are a few facts about Border Sheepdogs that will help you understand them:

PROS

• Medium-sized
• Loves to play
• Loads of energy
• Extremely friendly
• Few health concerns
• Unbelievably adorable
• Incredibly intelligent
• High tolerance to cold weather
• Will learn new tricks nearly as fast as you can teach them

CONS

• Will bark a lot
• Separation anxiety
• High grooming needs
• Herds anything that moves
• Will use teeth when herding
• Must be socialized with kids
• Lots of daily exercise required
• Does not like water or getting wet
• Low tolerance to warm climes and hot weather

The Border Sheepdog is a medium-sized designer dog that will require a purpose lest they start herding everything that moves — and even some things that don't move. They have a sweet disposition, a desire to please that supersedes that of most dogs, and seemingly perpetual stamina.

This hybrid dog comes from two super-smart parent breeds, and these dogs will be just as smart. They excel at agility play, can learn new tricks endlessly, and will amaze you with the human-like intelligence. They are world champs when it comes to herding trials and obedience competitions, and they will constantly impress you.s

They will seek to find new ways to herd anything that moves, including children at play. They should be taught what not to herd as they do use their teeth, and with patience, this training should be fairly easy. Their loyalty is such that they will always be at your side and never want to disappoint you.

This dog is not for the couch potato crowd. People with very active lifestyles will love this dog, and these dogs will love burning up energy with running, hiking, biking, and play. If you can get this dog to nap during the day, you are one of a very few people to do so!

The Border Collie Sheltie mix temperament is a very sweet one. These dogs may be smart, but they are also extremely sensitive and prone to separation anxiety. If you are looking for a dog to leave behind most of the day or to lock outdoors or even out of the bedroom at night, the Border Sheepdog is not the dog for you.

This hybrid dog's loyalty is immense, but it also carries a lot of responsibility. Because they will care to make sure you are always happy in their presence, they will be forever at your side, seek to learn your moods and do everything they can to make you happy.

Training should be carried out with patience and not at all harshly. These dogs will want to please you with their performance, and even raising your voice can be harmful to them. They won't respond with aggression, but they will become despondent, and they can become anxious over seemingly nothing.

Border Sheepdogs come from two very healthy breeds that have been carefully managed for a couple centuries. With the two solid health profiles and the hybrid vigor that helps all crossbreeds, these dogs tend to be in great shape. They are very active dogs that sometimes must be supervised so that they don't chase cars or injure themselves.

All dogs face the possibility of injury and disease, however, so you should be aware of these issues:

• Eye diseases
• Food allergies
• Hypothyroidism
• Skin infections
• Joint dysplasia
• Drug sensitivity
• Patellar luxation

They typical lifespan of a Border Sheepdog is 12 to 15 years.