Educational information — awaiting veterinary review
- Typical adult weight
- 14–20 kg
- Size
- Medium
- Coat
- Medium، Double coat
- Energy
- High
- Grooming
- Moderate
- Shedding
- Moderate
Known colours: Black، White، Brown، Merle، Red
General temperament: Extremely bright; needs daily work or mental play, otherwise problem behaviours appear.
- Merle colour pattern occurs in the breed
Inherited risks associated with the breed
- Collie eye anomaly (CEA)
- Epilepsy
- Hip dysplasia
- Drug sensitivity (MDR1)
An association with a breed does not mean an animal is affected. We never infer a medical condition from breed.
Screening to discuss with a vet
- Full veterinary examination before any decision
- Eye examination by a veterinary ophthalmologist
- DNA test for CEA
- Hip scoring (X-ray)
- Hearing test (BAER)
Sources
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Educational examples taken from the known crosses in our breed list, not breeding endorsements. Each one is shown with its welfare notes.
This tool is educational only and does not encourage breeding. Outcomes can't be guaranteed, and it never replaces a vet.