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

Stubborn
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Obedient
Dominant
Loyal
Trainable
Fearless
Good-natured

Border Collie, Cocker Spaniel

Rottweiler, Cane Corso Italiano (Italian Mastiff)

Unknown

1990s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Brown
White
Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Sable
Brindle

Border Collie Cockers are known for their coat length.

Italian Mastweilers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

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.

An Italian Mastweiler can have a litter of 6-12 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.

Italian Mastweilers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Italian Mastweilers 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)

Osteosarcoma
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

None

Hypothyroidism
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Electroretinogram (ERG)

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging

Border Collie Cocker has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Italian Mastweiler has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Italian Mastweilers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Biking, Hiking

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 Italian Mastweiler, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

The Italian Mastweiler has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Italian Mastweiler 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
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 27-30 pound (12 - 14 kg) Border Collie Cocker feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 95-120 pound (43 - 54 kg) Italian Mastweiler feed 3.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of an Italian Mastweiler is somewhere $3.40 - $4.50 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 an Italian Mastweiler is between $101 - $134. This makes an average of $1212 - $1608 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

Border Collie Cockers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Italian Mastweilers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Italian Mastweilers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Border Collie Cockers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Italian Mastweilers are not dog-friendly.

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

Italian Mastweilers are not very stranger friendly.

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

Italian Mastweilers 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.

Italian Mastweilers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.