Is there a mini border collie breed?

Is there a mini border collie breed?

The Miniature Border Collie. Mini border collies are a beautiful breed that not that many people have had the pleasure of witnessing! Essentially they're a smaller version of the popular border collie, and so ideal for people who have small apartments or who just adore small, lovable dogs.

Are miniature border collies good family dogs?

However, while the Border collie may be a good family dog, it's not good for every family. This dog is high maintenance -- it needs training, stimulation and plenty of exercise. Without these, this pet can be destructive or hyperactive. ... Space is also a must for this dog; it won't do well in an apartment.

How small can border collies be?

Mâle: 48–56 cm Femelle: 46–53 cm Border collie/Taille

How much do miniature collies cost?

How much is a Miniature Collie puppy? A puppy can cost anywhere from $800 to $1200 depending on whether it's a pedigree, the breeder's reputation, and what costs are included. You must also consider vaccinations, which will cost $60 to $70.

Do mini Border Collies shed?

Do Border Collies Shed? The unfortunate answer for most is, yes. They are a long-haired double-coated breed and tend to shed a lot. Twice a year, things can go from bad to worse pretty quickly — in fall and spring, they shed excessively.

What is the smaller version of a collie?

Shetland Sheepdog The Shetland Sheepdog, often known as the Sheltie, is a breed of herding dog that originated in the Shetland Islands of Scotland. The original name was Shetland Collie, but this caused controversy amongst Rough Collie breeders of the time, so the breed's name was formally changed.

Do Border Collies bark a lot?

The Border Collie is a barking breed. They are easily visually stimulated which is often why they bark so much. They will bark at anything that moves quickly, such as bikes, skate boards and the like.

Do mini collies shed?

Miniature Collies have a seasonally-shedding double coat. The outer layer is long and straight, while the inner coat is short and dense. You'll need to brush your Miniature Collie's coat multiple times a week to prevent matting and control shedding.

What is the personality of a Border Collie?

• The personality of the Border Collie is not quite as variable as their physical characteristics, but each dog will have his or her own distinctive temperament. As a whole the breed is very gentle and loving, however they are protective and will make excellent watchdogs. The Border Collie is a watcher.

Is the Border Collie and Sheltie the same breed?

• The Sheltie and Border Collie look similar but are completely different breeds. The Border Collie and the Sheltie look similar-ish, but they are easy to tell apart. The Shetland Sheepdog, just like Shetland Ponies, are teeny tiny. The Border Collie is a medium-sized dog, and the Sheltie is a small-sized dog.

Are there actual breed of miniature Collies?

• The miniature Collie is a gorgeous breed of a dog, however, you may be surprised to know that they are not actually Collies at all. The Mini Collie is a fun-loving, highly energetic breed that is considered to be one of the most loyal of all dog breeds and do not necessarily do extremely well with strangers.

What are similar breeds to Border Collies?

• Australian Shepherd. Ironically,mostly bred in the US (not Australia),this breed shares a lot in common with the Border Collie.
• Shetland Sheepdog. Another beautiful,active,fun-loving breed,who is comparable to Border Collies. ...
• Icelandic Sheepdog. ...
• Finnish Lapphund. ...