Playful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Tenacious
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Protective
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Obedient
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Elegant
Hard working
Herding

Border Collie Cockers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Collie Pyreneess shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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United Kingdom

Border Collie, Cocker Spaniel

Great Pyrenees and Collie

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
White
Black

White
Fawn

Border Collie Cockers are known for their coat length.

Collie Pyreneess have medium-length coats.

A Border Collie Cocker can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Collie Pyrenees can have a litter of 6-9 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Border Collie Cockers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Collie Pyreneess are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the Border Collie Cocker breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Collie Pyreneess typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Degenerative Myelopathy
Gastric Dilation Volvulus
Optic Nerve Columba

None

Elbow Dysplasia

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Electroretinogram (ERG)

Physical Examination
Radiographs
Urinalysis
Joint Fluid Sample
Blood Work

Border Collie Cockers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Collie Pyreneess sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Fetch, Daily walks, Chase, Tug-of-war, Walk, Walking, Training, Play, Cuddling, Running

Errands, Playing toss, Walks, Dog Parks, Cuddling, Ball, Fetch, Hide and seek, Long walks, Running him, Walking, Training, Playing, Hiking, Greeting, Chase, Walk, Play, Tug-of-war, Zoomies, Walks a

Border Collie Cockers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Collie Pyreneess are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Border Collie Cocker, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Collie Pyrenees, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Border Collie Cockers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Collie Pyreneess usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Border Collie Cocker requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Collie Pyreneess require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Ideally, Border Collie Cocker should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Collie Pyrenees should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Border Collie Cocker is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Collie Pyrenees is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Border Collie Cocker is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Collie Pyrenees is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Border Collie Cocker is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Collie Pyreneess are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Border Collie Cockers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Collie Pyreneess are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Border Collie Cockers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Collie Pyreneess are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Border Collie Cockers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Collie Pyreneess have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Border Collie Cockers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The Collie Pyrenees is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.