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Border Collie Britt Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Border Collie Britt so you can get to know the breed more.

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Breed Classification
What type of dog breed is a Border Collie Britt? Learn about its genetic classification and breeding category.
Cross Breed Border Collie and Brittany mix

Border Collie Britt Size and Weight

Size Classification
What size category is a Border Collie Britt? Learn how big the Border Collie Britt breed typically grows.
LargeMedium
Weight Statistics
How much does a Border Collie Britt weigh? Discover typical weight ranges for adult males and females of the Border Collie Britt breed.
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Border Collie Britt?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
How tall is the Border Collie Britt? Border Collie Britt height:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Border Collie Britt?
Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Border Collie Britt Price and Availability

Price Range
How much does a Border Collie Britt puppy cost? Find current market prices and factors affecting Border Collie Britt costs.
$600-$800
If you choose to purchase the Border Collie Britt, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Border Collie Britt for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Border Collie Britt gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Border Collie Britt? How many Border Collie Britt are there in the world?
Very frequent: The Border Collie Britt is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

Inbreeding is common because of its popularity. A new study suggests that inbreeding contributes to the incidence of disease and health problems.

So be careful, buy from a trustworthy place or kennel and seek the help of an experienced person, a professional, to make the right decision.

Border Collie Britt Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligence Rating
How intelligent is a Border Collie Britt? Discover the Border Collie Britt's intelligence ranking and learning capabilities.
Outstanding: Border Collie Britt is one of the brightest dog breeds. They desire to learn tricks and commands often. The limit is your creativity. They understand and memorize new commands in fewer than 5 repetitions. This breed obeys the first command 95% of the time or better.

The Border Collie Britt is one of the best breeds in the dog intelligence ranking.

Training Difficulty
How easy is it to train a Border Collie Britt? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's trainability and response to training methods.
Border Collie Britt dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.
Watchdog Rating
How good is a Border Collie Britt as a watchdog? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's alertness and guarding instincts.
Border Collie Britt dogs are good watchdogs. Their main job is to observe and they're consistent in their effort. Good vocal cords and a sense of hearing belong to them. Usually, they're territorial and protective about their property, so the Border Collie Britt dogs will alert you if they sense something different.
Territorial Protection
Is a Border Collie Britt protective of its territory? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's guarding instincts and behavior.
Border Collie Britt dogs strongly protect their territory. This breed is a complete security guard, so you don't have to be afraid in case of danger.

Border Collie Britt Personality and Temperament

Personality Traits
What personality does a Border Collie Britt have? Learn about characteristic Border Collie Britt temperament and behavior traits.
IndependentEnergeticProtectiveAlertIntelligentResponsiveLoyalSocialTenacious
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Border Collie Britt sensitivity:
Sensitive: Border Collie Britt dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.

This breed's emotional level reflects their owner's feelings and they don't handle punishments well.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Border Collie Britt a good family dog?
High: Border Collie Britt dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Border Collie Britt need? Border Collie Britt social needs:
Border Collie Britt dogs need a lot of social interaction. They desire to always be with someone or around people. This breed hates being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Border Collie Britt to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Border Collie Britt roam?
The wanderlust potential of the Border Collie Britt is strong enough to escape from home. They have a strong desire for exploring the world. Safer to walk them on a leash unless you teach them how to get back to you on command.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Border Collie Britt have high prey drive?
Border Collie Britt dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. Cats or any other small animals might be in danger. It's a natural instinct, doesn't necessarily mean that Border Collie Britt dogs are aggressive. Better to keep this breed on a leash.

Border Collie Britt Activity and Playfulness

Barking Frequency
Does a Border Collie Britt bark a lot? Learn about typical Border Collie Britt vocalization patterns and triggers.
Average: The Border Collie Britt barks occasionally. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Playful Nature
How playful is a Border Collie Britt? Understand the typical play drive and energy level of the Border Collie Britt breed.
The Border Collie Britt is a highly playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Apartment Adaptability
Can a Border Collie Britt live in an apartment? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's suitability for apartment living.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Border Collie Britt indoors.

Border Collie Britt Adaptability and Independence

Lifestyle Adaptability
How adaptable is a Border Collie Britt to lifestyle changes? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's flexibility to new situations.
Border Collie Britt dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.
Alone Time Tolerance
Can a Border Collie Britt be left alone? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's tolerance to solitude.
Border Collie Britt dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Border Collie Britt Bite Characteristics

Bite Risk Assessment
What is a Border Collie Britt biting potential? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's bite risk factors.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie Britt has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthing Tendency
Is a Border Collie Britt mouthy? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's tendency to use mouth during play.
Border Collie Britt dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Border Collie Britt dogs need to be taught a good attitude.
Bite Strength Rating
How strong is a Border Collie Britt bite? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's bite force measured in PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie Britt bite force: Ordinary. Bite force Border Collie Britt measurements typically fall within the range of 200 to 400 PSI. The bite force of a Border Collie Britt is considered ordinary when compared to other dog breeds, but it is still quite powerful. This Border Collie Britt bite force PSI can cause bite wounds. Border Collie Britt bite PSI is not something that should be feared if the dog is well-trained and managed. To avoid any issues, it's essential to learn how to train a Border Collie Britt puppy not to bite from an early age.

The Border Collie Britt, and many others, have a fearsome presence because they have significant jaw strength, so it is important not to anger the dog and have it around strangers until it is fully trained.

However, they are usually quite calm and good companions, they work well in families and are easy to care for.

In conclusion, while the Border Collie Britt bite force is certainly an interesting aspect of the breed, it is important not to let it overshadow the many other reasons why these dogs are so loved and respected. With proper training and socialization, a Border Collie Britt can be a loyal and protective companion for your family.

Border Collie Britt Health and Lifespan

Average Lifespan
How long does a Border Collie Britt live? Learn about the typical lifespan of the Border Collie Britt breed.
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie Britt: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
How well does a Border Collie Britt handle different weather? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's climate adaptability.
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Collie Britt can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
Health Concerns
What health issues are common in a Border Collie Britt? Discover typical conditions affecting the Border Collie Britt breed.
The Border Collie Britt is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
How often does a Border Collie Britt need vet visits? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's veterinary care requirements.
Average
The Border Collie Britt should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Border Collie Britt breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Border Collie Britt breed? Most common health risks of Border Collie Britt:
Hip Dysplasia AllergiesHypothyroidismProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)EpilepsyCollie Eye AnomalyOsteochondrosis Dissecans

Border Collie Britt Energy and Activity

Energy Rating
How energetic is a Border Collie Britt? Understand daily activity needs of the Border Collie Britt breed.
Border Collie Britt dogs are high-energy dogs. An active lifestyle makes them happy.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Border Collie Britt need? How much exercise do Border Collie Britt dogs require per day?

Do Border Collie Britt dogs need a lot of exercises?

Border Collie Britt dogs need a lot of exercises. Long walks should be on a daily schedule. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Border Collie Britt breed need?
Border Collie Britt dogs don't need too much sleep. They are energetic and desire to live active life. If you think naps are overrated, this breed can be the best choice for you.

Border Collie Britt Diet and Weight Management

Obesity Tendency
Is a Border Collie Britt prone to weight gain? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's obesity risks.
Average: The Border Collie Britt has an average risk for obesity. Daily walks should be on schedule. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Border Collie Britt weight regularly.

Food Consumption
How much food does a Border Collie Britt need daily? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's feeding requirements.
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.

Border Collie Britt Allergies and Grooming

Allergy Friendliness
Is a Border Collie Britt hypoallergenic? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's suitability for allergy sufferers.
No
Border Collie Britt dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Coat Colors
What colors does a Border Collie Britt come in? Discover all possible Border Collie Britt color variations.
BlackTan Red White Sable Brindle OrangeLiverLilacGold Seal RoanWhite & RedSlateSable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merleBlue merle-tricolorSlate merleRed merleSaddleback SableWhite & BlueWhite & Blue MerleWhite & Red MerleWhite TickedWhite & GoldWhite & SableWhite & Seal
Grooming Requirements
How much grooming does a Border Collie Britt need? Learn about Border Collie Britt coat maintenance requirements.
Average: The Border Collie Britt requires average grooming effort. Cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't essential.

Brushing the dog's coat is useful to reduce shedding. Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infections.

Don't skip the seasonal flea treatment too. Dog nail trimming and dog bath can be helpful sometimes.

Check the local pet store for dog grooming supplies and find the best dog shampoo to keep its coat healthy and give your dog a pleasant experience of a dog bath.

If you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of your Border Collie Britt, search for a dog groomer or clipping service in your area and book an appointment.

Maybe you're lucky to have a dog boarding service that includes grooming or walk-in dog bath places nearby.

Drooling Tendency
Does a Border Collie Britt drool a lot? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's drooling habits.
The Border Collie Britt is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. If you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, the Border Collie Britt could be a good choice for you. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool less than others, just like the Border Collie Britt.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Stinkiness Rating
Does a Border Collie Britt smell bad? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's natural odor levels.

Medium

The Border Collie Britt has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Coat Characteristics
What type of coat does a Border Collie Britt have? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's fur characteristics.
DenseFeatheredStraightShortModerately Long
Bathing Needs
How often does a Border Collie Britt need baths? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's bathing requirements.
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

For example, short-haired dog breeds can go a very long time in between baths. These short-haired breeds shed regularly and that shedding works to naturally remove excess dirt and oil. So unless your weenie dog got into the garbage can, you can probably hold off on a bath for a while.

Shedding Level
How much do Border Collie Britt dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Border Collie Britt? Do Border Collie Britt dogs shed a lot?
Border Collie Britt dogs shed moderately. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. Regular brushing reduces the amount of hair that sheds. It mostly depends on their health status and breed type.

Border Collie Britt Good With

Child Compatibility
Is a Border Collie Britt good with children? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's behavior around kids of different ages.
Border Collie Britt dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. This breed enjoys being surrounded by children.
Pet Compatibility
How well does a Border Collie Britt get along with other pets? Discover the Border Collie Britt's compatibility with other animals.
Border Collie Britt dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Border Collie Britt temperament with other people:
Border Collie Britt dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
How well do Border Collie Britt dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Border Collie Britt breed live with a cat?
Border Collie Britt dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Is Border Collie Britt good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Border Collie Britt dogs get along with other dogs?
Border Collie Britt dogs are dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Border Collie Britt can be a great choice.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Border Collie Britt breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Border Collie Britt breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Border Collie Britt dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Border Collie Britt dogs good office canines? Do Border Collie Britt dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Border Collie Britt is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Border Collie Britt dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Border Collie Britt temperament with senior people? Are Border Collie Britt dogs good for elderly owners?
Border Collie Britts are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Border Collie Britt As a Working Dog

Service Dog Capability
Can a Border Collie Britt be a service dog? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's service work potential.

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Border Collie Britt breed is a good choice for service purposes.

Therapy Work Suitability
Is a Border Collie Britt good as a therapy dog? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's therapy work aptitude.

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Border Collie Britt breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

Scent Detection Ability
Is a Border Collie Britt good at detection work? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's scenting abilities.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Border Collie Britt breed is a good choice for detection purposes.

Search & Rescue Potential
Can a Border Collie Britt do search and rescue? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's SAR capabilities.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.

The Border Collie Britt breed is a good choice for SAR purposes.

Maritime Work Ability
Is a Border Collie Britt good on boats? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's maritime capabilities.

Not really

Border Collie Britt breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Draft Work Capability
Can a Border Collie Britt pull carts? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's drafting abilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Border Collie Britt is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Military Service Background
Was a Border Collie Britt used in military service? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's military history.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Border Collie Britt Reproducibility

Puppy Litter Size
How many puppies does a Border Collie Britt usually have? Learn about typical litter sizes.
4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
How long is a Border Collie Britt pregnant? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's gestation period.

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Border Collie Britt: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Breeding Frequency
How often can a Border Collie Britt have puppies? Learn about safe breeding intervals.

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.

Border Collie Britt Recognition

AKC Classification
What AKC group is a Border Collie Britt in? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's AKC classification.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
What FCI group is a Border Collie Britt in? Learn about the Border Collie Britt's international classification.
Not recognized by FCI.

Border Collie Britt Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligence Rating: Outstanding: Border Collie Britt is one of the brightest dog breeds.
  • Training Difficulty: Border Collie Britt dogs are easy to train.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Border Collie Britt is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
  • Watchdog Rating: Border Collie Britt dogs are good watchdogs.
  • Lifestyle Adaptability: Border Collie Britt dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
  • Child Compatibility: Border Collie Britt dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
  • Dog Friendly: Border Collie Britt dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Border Collie Britts are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Border Collie Britt dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Service Dog Capability: This breed makes good as a service dog.
  • Therapy Work Suitability: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
  • Scent Detection Ability: After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
  • Search & Rescue Potential: This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Cons
  • Allergy Friendliness: Border Collie Britt dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Mouthing Tendency: Border Collie Britt dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
  • Impulse to Wander or Roam: The wanderlust potential of the Border Collie Britt is strong enough to escape from home.
  • Alone Time Tolerance: Border Collie Britt dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
  • Office Friendly: Border Collie Britt is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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