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

Active
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Companionable
Faithful
Familiar
Instinctual
Unflappable

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

Redbone Coonoodles shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Border Collie, Cocker Spaniel

Poodle, Redbone Coonhound

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Brown
White
Black

Black
White
Brown
Blue
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver

Border Collie Cockers are known for their coat length.

Redbone Coonoodles have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Wiry

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 Redbone Coonoodle can have a litter of 6-10 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.

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

Redbone Coonoodles are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Hip Dysplasia
Eye Disease
Coonhound Paralysis
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Sebaceous Adentitis

None

Entropion
Pelger - Huet Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy
Eye conditions

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Electroretinogram (ERG)

Eye
Hip
Blood
Heart
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Analysis

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

Redbone Coonoodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

Redbone Coonoodles 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 Redbone Coonoodle, it's at least 9 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 Redbone Coonoodles usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Redbone Coonoodle 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
Scissors
Clipper
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 45-75 pound (20 - 34 kg) Redbone Coonoodle feed 2.5 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 Border Collie Cocker is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Redbone Coonoodles 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.

Redbone Coonoodles 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.

Redbone Coonoodles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Redbone Coonoodles 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.

Redbone Coonoodles are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.