Intelligent
Alert
Tenacious
Protective
Energetic
Responsive
Loyal

Active
Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing

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

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

Great Britain

United States

Roman Herding Dogs, Spitz-type Herders

Papillon, Maltese

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1800s

Unknown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Blue
White
Sable
Brindle

White
Silver
Black
Brown
Fawn

Straight

Wavy

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 Papitese can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Pannus
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Portosystemic Shunt

Portosystemic Shunt
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Epilepsy
Lens Luxation
Multidrug Resistance

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Food Allergies

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

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

Papiteses' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Papiteses need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

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

Go to Beach, Bike ride, Boat ride, Walk, Run, Frisbee, Go Camping, Road trip, Hike, Swim, Tug-of-war, Play, Fetch, Brushing, Shake, Dog Parks, Catch treats, Walks, Workin, Running, Swimming, Walking, 4 years, Belly rubs, Playing, Sniffing, Hiking, Chase, Being rubbed, Cuddling

Fetch, Everythimg, Dog Parks

Border Collies 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.

Papiteses 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, 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 Papitese, it's at least 5 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 Papiteses usually need at least 30 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, Papitese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
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 6-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Papitese feed 1 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 Papitese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Papitese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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.

Papiteses are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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.

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

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

Papiteses 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.

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

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

Papiteses 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.

Papiteses are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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