Border Collie Bernard History
The Border Collie Bernard is a fairly new hybrid, or designer, breed of dog that was developed by crossing the purebred Border Collie with a St. Bernard. The St. Bernard is a type of working or heavy rescue dog. The St. Bernard was originally developed as a draught or freight hauling and rescue dog in the Swiss Alps. The St. Bernard was bred by the monks of Switzerland. Today, the feeding of the poor and sick is a primary task of the St.
Border Collie Bernard Physical Characteristics
The Border Collie is a medium-to-large-sized herding breed that typically stands between 18 and 23 inches tall at the withers and weighs between 45 and 65 pounds. They have a muscular, athletically built body and an even, flat, short, stiff, harsh outer coat of fur that comes in 22 different colors. They have a triangular shaped head with erect ears and deep, wide-set eyes. The Border Collie is a highly intelligent herding breed that is quick to learn and highly energetic.
Eye Colors
Blue, Brown
Nose Colors
Black
Coat Colors
White, Brown
Height Range
Male Height Range: 20 – 35 inches
Female Height Range: 20 – 35 inches
Weight Range
Male Weight Range: 45 – 120 lbs
Female Weight Range: 45 – 120 lbs
Border Collie Bernard Health
Description of breed health.
Lifespan
8-14 yrs
Border Collie Bernard Health Concerns
Entropion, Congenital Heart Defect (CHD), None
Border Collie Bernard Temperament and Behaviour
The Border Collie Bernard is an energetic, smart, and agile dog. They are very active and enjoy playing outside, but are also calm indoors. They are extremely intelligent and eager to please, making them easy to train. They are sweet, loving, and friendly with their family, but can be aloof with strangers.
Border Collie Bernard Activity Requirements
Border Collies are a highly intelligent, high-energy herding dog. They are one of the most popular herding breeds, and they are also popular pets. They are well known for their intelligence, loyalty, and work ethic. A Border Collie will need at least an hour of physical exercise every single day. They thrive on both physical and mental activity, and they require lots of outlets for their energy. A great way to spend time with your Border Collie is to participate in an activity that they truly enjoy. Many owners train their Border Collie in agility, flyball, or sheepherding. If you are looking for a high-activity companion, a Border Collie may be the right dog for you.
Miles Per Day
10 miles
Activity Per Day
60 minutes
Daily Food
3 cups
Kennel Club Recognition
American Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Border Collie Bernard is part of the Unclassified group.
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The Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Border Collie Bernard is part of the Unclassified group.
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Australian National Kennel Council
Not Recognized
Border Collie Bernard is part of the Unclassified group.
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Canadian Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Border Collie Bernard is part of the Unclassified group.
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