Intelligent
Alert
Tenacious
Protective
Energetic
Responsive
Loyal

Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Devoted
Lively
Kind
Clever
Trustworthy

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

Golden Doxs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a Border Collie if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Golden Doxs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Roman Herding Dogs, Spitz-type Herders

Dachshund, Golden Retriever

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1800s

Unknown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Blue
White
Sable
Brindle

Brown
Fawn
Black
Red

A Border Collie can have a litter of 12-15 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 Golden Dox can have a litter of 4-8 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.

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

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Pannus
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Portosystemic Shunt

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Epilepsy

Epilepsy
Lens Luxation
Multidrug Resistance

None Known

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Complete Blood Count
Neurological Testing

Border Collies thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Golden Doxs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Border Collies need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Golden Doxs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Border Collies are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Golden Doxs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Border Collie dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Golden Doxs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Border Collie, 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 Golden Dox, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Border Collies usually need at least 90 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 Golden Doxs 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.

Border Collie 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

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

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 30-55 pound (14 - 25 kg) Border Collie 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.

For an average 30-60 pound (14 - 27 kg) Golden Dox 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.

The average cost of a Border Collie is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Dox is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Border Collie is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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 Golden Dox is between $49 - $73. This makes an average of $588 - $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.

Border Collie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Golden Dox is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

Border Collies can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

Golden Doxs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Golden Doxs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Border Collies are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

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

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

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

Golden Doxs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.