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Borollie Information & Dog Breed Facts

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

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Breed Type
What type of dog breed is it?
Cross Breed Border Collie and Smooth Collie mix

Borollie Size and Weight

Size
Is a Borollie small, medium or large dog?

How big do Borollie get?

What is the average size of a Borollie?

Large
Weight
How much does the Borollie weigh? How much should a Borollie weight? What is the normal weight of a Borollie? How much does a full-grown Borollie weight?
Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Borollie?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
How tall is the Borollie? Borollie height:
Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Borollie?
Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Borollie Price and Availability

Price
How much does the Borollie puppy cost? What is the price range of this puppy? What is the average price of a Borollie in the United States? How much money is a Borollie?

Where to buy a Borollie with a good pedigree?

$600-$800
If you choose to purchase the Borollie, 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 Borollie for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Borollie gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Borollie? How many Borollie are there in the world?
Frequent: The Borollie is easier than average to get. Maybe there is some risk of overbreeding, as it is a popular breed.

Due to its popularity, inbreeding may occur. A new study shows that inbreeding contributes to the incidence of disease and health problems.

So be careful and seek the help of an experienced person or a professional, in making your decision.

Borollie Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligent Rank
How smart is the Borollie? Is the Borollie breed dumb or smart?
Outstanding: Borollie 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 Borollie is one of the best breeds in the dog intelligence ranking.

Trainability
Are Borollie dogs easy to train? Do they go well on dog training? How hard is it to train a Borollie?
Borollie dogs are very easy to train. They easily find out the association between commands and actions.
Watchdog Ability
Is Borollie good as a watchdog? Are they alert at night?
Borollie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. Their main job is to observe and they're very consistent in their effort. The best vocal cords and sense of hearing belong to them. Usually, they're very territorial and protective about their property, so the Borollie dogs will alert you if they sense something different.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Do Borollie dogs have aggressive behavior to protect their home/house/territory? Do they have guarding instincts?
Borollie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. This breed doesn't hesitate to protect its territory so the Borollie can be a good choice if you want an excellent guard dog. Keep calm and the Borollie will take care of unwanted people or animals.

Borollie Personality and Temperament

Temperament
What kind of personality does the Borollie have? What characteristics or traits does the breed have?
EnergeticProtectiveAlertIntelligentFriendlyResponsiveLoyalGentleSocialTenacious
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Borollie sensitivity:
Sensitive: Borollie 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 Borollie a good family dog?
High: Borollie 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 Borollie need? Borollie social needs:
Borollie 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 Borollie to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Borollie roam?
Borollie dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. They have low to average wanderlust potential. Exploring the world is not the best activity they can imagine.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Borollie have high prey drive?
Borollie 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 Borollie dogs are aggressive. Better to keep this breed on a leash.

Borollie Activity and Playfulness

Playfulness
How playful is this breed?
The Borollie is a highly playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Barking
Do Borollie dogs bark a lot? Are they barkers/noisy? Why does my Borollie bark?
Average: The Borollie 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.

Apartment Friendly
Is Borollie good as an apartment dog? Can they live in a flat? Can you have a Borollie in an apartment?
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 Borollie indoors.

Borollie Adaptability and Independence

Adaptability
Are they adaptable and easy-going?
Borollie 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
How long can a Borollie be left alone? How long can you leave a Borollie alone?
Borollie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Borollie Bite Characteristics

Bite Force PSI
Does the Borollie has a hard bite? What is the bite force of a Borollie? How much bite force does a Borollie have? How strong is a Borollie bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Borollie bite force: Ordinary. Bite force Borollie measurements typically fall within the range of 200 to 400 PSI. The bite force of a Borollie is considered ordinary when compared to other dog breeds, but it is still quite powerful. This Borollie bite force PSI can cause bite wounds. Borollie 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 Borollie puppy not to bite from an early age.

The Borollie, 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 Borollie 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 Borollie can be a loyal and protective companion for your family.

Biting Potential
Do Borollie bite humans? How likely are you to get bitten from the Borollie? What are the odds of getting bitten by a Borollie? Why do dog bites happen?

Low 🔽

The Borollie 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.)
Mouthiness
How much mouthing/nipping/play biting does the Borollie do?
Borollie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Borollie dogs need to be taught a good attitude. We have compiled a list of Mouthy Dog Breeds.

Borollie Health and Lifespan

Health Issues
Is it a healthy or unhealthy breed? Do Borollie dogs have health problems or genetic diseases?
The Borollie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Borollie breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Borollie breed? Most common health risks of Borollie:
Hip Dysplasia AllergiesProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)EpilepsyDrug SensitivityCollie Eye AnomalyOsteochondrosis DissecansGray Collie Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits
How often does the Borollie breed need to go to the vet? How often should you take your dog to the vet? How often should the Borollie see the vet?
Average
The Borollie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Life Expectancy
How long do Borollie dogs live? How old can a Borollie be? What is the age limit of the Borollie? How many years can the oldest Borollie live?

What is the average life expectancy / lifespan of a Borollie?

How long is the lifespan of a Borollie?

11-15 years
The average lifespan of Borollie: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which weather condition is preferred by this dog? Can they tolerate hot or cold weather and climate?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. However, in general, most dogs prefer average to warm weather conditions, as they typically find hot weather conditions to be uncomfortable and taxing.

Borollie Energy and Activity

Energy Level
How much energy does the Borollie have? What is the activity level of the Borollie?
Borollie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. If you want a dog for snuggling on the couch, this breed isn't the perfect choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Borollie need? How much exercise do Borollie dogs require per day?

Do Borollie dogs need a lot of exercises?

Borollie 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 Borollie breed need?
Borollie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.

Borollie Diet and Weight Management

Average daily food consumption
How much food does a Borollie need? What dog products should I buy? How much food does a Borollie breed eat per day? What is good dog food for Borollie? How much food should I feed my Borollie?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
How easy to gain weight for this dog? Borollie risk for obesity:
Average: The Borollie 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 Borollie weight regularly.

Borollie Allergies and Grooming

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat does the Borollie have? What does this canine coat/fur look like?
DenseFeatheredThickStraightFlatShortModerately Long
Colors
What color is the breed's coat? What color are proper Borollie coats?
BlackTan Red White Sable Brindle MerleLilacGold Seal Black & White & TanWhite & RedSlateBlue & MerleBlue & Merle & WhiteSable & WhiteWhite & MerleSable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merleBlue merle-tricolorSlate merleRed merleSaddleback SableWhite & BlueWhite & Blue MerleWhite & Red MerleWhite TickedWhite & GoldWhite & SableWhite & Seal
Grooming
How to groom the Borollie and how often? How often should I take my Borollie to the groomer?
Advanced: The Borollie requires a lot of grooming. Cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer can be helpful sometimes.

Regular brushed dog's coat is less likely to shed. Ears and eyes should be cleaned often to avoid infections.

Don't skip the seasonal flea treatment too. Occasional dog nail trimming and dog baths are important.

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

If you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of your Borollie, search for the best 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.
Shedding Level
How much do Borollie dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Borollie? Do Borollie dogs shed a lot?
Borollie dogs shed above average. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. The amount and frequency of hair loss mostly depend on their health status and breed type. If you don't like vacuum cleaning, you might have to reconsider your choice of having a puppy from the Borollie breed.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
How often does the Borollie need a bath? How often should you give a Borollie a bath? Can I bathe my Borollie every day?
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.

Hypoallergenic
Is the Borollie breed hypoallergenic?
No
Borollie 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.
Stinkiness
How stinky is this dog? Why does it smell bad and how to get rid of the smell?

Medium

The Borollie has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Drooling Tendency
Does the Borollie drool?
The Borollie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the Borollie could be a perfect 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 minimum compared to others, just like the Borollie.

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

Borollie Good With

Pet Friendly
Are they pet-friendly dogs? How well do Borollie dogs get along with other pets? Are Borollie dogs good with pets? What is this canine temperament with other pets?
Borollie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Borollie temperament with other people:
Borollie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Are Borollie dogs kid-friendly? Are they good with young children? Borollie temperament with children:
Borollie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. This breed enjoys being surrounded by children.
Cat Friendly
How well do Borollie 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 Borollie breed live with a cat?
Borollie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Is Borollie good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Borollie dogs get along with other dogs?
Borollie dogs are dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Borollie can be a great choice.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Borollie breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Borollie breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Borollie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Borollie dogs good office canines? Do Borollie dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Borollie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Borollie dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Borollie temperament with senior people? Are Borollie dogs good for elderly owners?
Borollies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Borollie As a Working Dog

Service Dog
Are they good as service dogs? Can Borollie be a guide dog? Are they used as seeing-eye dogs?

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).

Borollie breed is a good choice for service purposes.

Therapy Dog
Are they good as therapy dogs? Can Borollie be a therapy dog? Are they good anxiety dogs? Can a Borollie be an emotional support animal?

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.

Borollie breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Are they good as detection dogs? Can Borollie be a sniffer dog?

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.

Borollie breed is a good choice for detection purposes.

Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Are they good as SAR dogs? Can Borollie be a search and rescue dog?

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 Borollie breed is a good choice for SAR purposes.

Boat and Sailor Dog
Are they good as boat dogs? Can Borollie be a boat dog?

Not really

Borollie 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.

Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Are they good as cart pulling dogs? Can Borollie be a drafting dog?

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.

Borollie is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Fighting Dog / Military Dog
Where Borollie dogs used as fighting / military dogs in history?

Not really

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

Borollie Reproducibility

Gestation Length
How long is a Borollie pregnant?How long does it take to have puppies? How to tell if the Borollie breed is pregnant?

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Borollie: 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.

Litter Frequency

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.
Litter Size
How many puppies can the Borollie have in a litter? How many puppies can the Borollie breed have for the first time? How many puppies does a Borollie have? How many puppies can a Borollie give birth to?
4-8 puppies

Borollie Recognition

AKC Group
Is Borollie recognized by the American Kennel Club?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Is Borollie recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)?
Not recognized by FCI.

Borollie Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligent Rank: Outstanding: Borollie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
  • Trainability: Borollie dogs are very easy to train.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Borollie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
  • Watchdog Ability: Borollie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
  • Impulse to Wander or Roam: Borollie dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
  • Adaptability: Borollie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
  • Child Friendly: Borollie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
  • Cat Friendly: Borollie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
  • Dog Friendly: Borollie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Borollies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Borollie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Service Dog: This breed makes good as a service dog.
  • Therapy Dog: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
  • Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog: After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
  • Search and Rescue Dog (SAR): This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Cons
  • Hypoallergenic: Borollie dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Grooming: Advanced: The Borollie requires a lot of grooming.
  • Shedding Level: Borollie dogs shed above average.
  • Mouthiness: Borollie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
  • Tolerates Being Left Alone: Borollie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
  • Office Friendly: Borollie is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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