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Border Rottie Information & Dog Breed Facts

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

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

Border Rottie Size and Weight

Size Classification
What size category is a Border Rottie? Learn how big the Border Rottie breed typically grows.
Large
Weight Statistics
How much does a Border Rottie weigh? Discover typical weight ranges for adult males and females of the Border Rottie breed.
Male: 40-90 pounds (18-40 kg), Female: 35-85 pounds (16-38 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Border Rottie?
Male: 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
How tall is the Border Rottie? Border Rottie height:
Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Border Rottie?
Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Border Rottie Price and Availability

Price Range
How much does a Border Rottie puppy cost? Find current market prices and factors affecting Border Rottie costs.
$1200-$2000
If you choose to purchase the Border Rottie, 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 Rottie for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Border Rottie gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Border Rottie? How many Border Rottie are there in the world?
Very frequent: The Border Rottie 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 Rottie Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligence Rating
How intelligent is a Border Rottie? Discover the Border Rottie's intelligence ranking and learning capabilities.
Outstanding: Border Rottie 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 Rottie is one of the best breeds in the dog intelligence ranking.

Training Difficulty
How easy is it to train a Border Rottie? Learn about the Border Rottie's trainability and response to training methods.
Border Rottie dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.
Watchdog Rating
How good is a Border Rottie as a watchdog? Learn about the Border Rottie's alertness and guarding instincts.
Border Rottie 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 Border Rottie dogs will alert you if they sense something different.
Territorial Protection
Is a Border Rottie protective of its territory? Learn about the Border Rottie's guarding instincts and behavior.
Border Rottie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. This breed doesn't hesitate to protect its territory so the Border Rottie can be a good choice if you want an excellent guard dog. Keep calm and the Border Rottie will take care of unwanted people or animals.

Border Rottie Personality and Temperament

Personality Traits
What personality does a Border Rottie have? Learn about characteristic Border Rottie temperament and behavior traits.
IndependentEnergeticProtectiveAlertCourageousIntelligentResponsiveLoyalTenaciousFearlessGood-natured
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Border Rottie sensitivity:
Sensitive: Border Rottie 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 Rottie a good family dog?
Average to High: Border Rottie dogs are highly affectionate dogs. They like being involved in the family's life. This breed isn't considered an aloof dog.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Border Rottie need? Border Rottie social needs:
Border Rottie 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 Rottie to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Border Rottie roam?
Border Rottie dogs have average wanderlust potential. Sometimes they like to explore the world and they might escape once or twice, but usually, they prefer staying safely at home. Safer to teach them how to get back to you on command.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Border Rottie have high prey drive?
Border Rottie 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 Rottie dogs are aggressive. Better to keep this breed on a leash.

Border Rottie Activity and Playfulness

Barking Frequency
Does a Border Rottie bark a lot? Learn about typical Border Rottie vocalization patterns and triggers.
Low to Average: The Border Rottie rarely barks. This breed could be a good choice if you're looking for a quiet breed. They don't bark unless there is a good reason.

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

Playful Nature
How playful is a Border Rottie? Understand the typical play drive and energy level of the Border Rottie breed.
The Border Rottie is a playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Apartment Adaptability
Can a Border Rottie live in an apartment? Learn about the Border Rottie'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 Rottie indoors.

Border Rottie Adaptability and Independence

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

Border Rottie Bite Characteristics

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

Low 🔽

The Border Rottie 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.)

High 🔼

The Border Rottie has a high 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 Rottie mouthy? Learn about the Border Rottie's tendency to use mouth during play.
Border Rottie 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 Rottie dogs need to be taught a good attitude.
Bite Strength Rating
How strong is a Border Rottie bite? Learn about the Border Rottie's bite force measured in PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

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

Border Rottie Health and Lifespan

Average Lifespan
How long does a Border Rottie live? Learn about the typical lifespan of the Border Rottie breed.
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Rottie: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
How well does a Border Rottie handle different weather? Learn about the Border Rottie's climate adaptability.
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.
Health Concerns
What health issues are common in a Border Rottie? Discover typical conditions affecting the Border Rottie breed.
The Border Rottie 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 Rottie need vet visits? Learn about the Border Rottie's veterinary care requirements.
Average
The Border Rottie 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 Rottie breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Border Rottie breed? Most common health risks of Border Rottie:
Hip Dysplasia AllergiesHypothyroidismProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)BloatEpilepsyElbow DysplasiaCollie Eye AnomalyOsteochondrosis DissecansPanosteitisAortic StenosisOsteosarcomaSubvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Border Rottie Energy and Activity

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

Do Border Rottie dogs need a lot of exercises?

Border Rottie dogs need quite a lot of exercise. Daily walks should be on schedule. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Border Rottie breed need?
Border Rottie 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.

Border Rottie Diet and Weight Management

Obesity Tendency
Is a Border Rottie prone to weight gain? Learn about the Border Rottie's obesity risks.
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Border Rottie's weight, he can easily gain weight. More than one daily walk 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 Rottie weight regularly.

Food Consumption
How much food does a Border Rottie need daily? Learn about the Border Rottie's feeding requirements.
Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Border Rottie Allergies and Grooming

Allergy Friendliness
Is a Border Rottie hypoallergenic? Learn about the Border Rottie's suitability for allergy sufferers.
No
Border Rottie 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 Rottie come in? Discover all possible Border Rottie color variations.
BlackTan Red Sable Brindle RustLilacGold Seal MahoganyWhite & 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 Rottie need? Learn about Border Rottie coat maintenance requirements.
Easy to groom: The Border Rottie doesn't require a lot of grooming. Seasonal flea treatment is needed, but cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't necessary.

Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infections. Border Rottie is a good choice if you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of a high-maintenance dog.

Recommended for beginners.
Drooling Tendency
Does a Border Rottie drool a lot? Learn about the Border Rottie's drooling habits.
The Border Rottie is an average drooler. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem.

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 Rottie smell bad? Learn about the Border Rottie's natural odor levels.

Medium

The Border Rottie 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 Rottie have? Learn about the Border Rottie's fur characteristics.
DenseFeatheredStraightShortModerately Long
Bathing Needs
How often does a Border Rottie need baths? Learn about the Border Rottie'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 Rottie dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Border Rottie? Do Border Rottie dogs shed a lot?
Border Rottie 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 Rottie Good With

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

Border Rottie As a Working Dog

Service Dog Capability
Can a Border Rottie be a service dog? Learn about the Border Rottie'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 Rottie breed is a good choice for service purposes.

Therapy Work Suitability
Is a Border Rottie good as a therapy dog? Learn about the Border Rottie'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 Rottie breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

Scent Detection Ability
Is a Border Rottie good at detection work? Learn about the Border Rottie'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 Rottie breed is a good choice for detection purposes.

Search & Rescue Potential
Can a Border Rottie do search and rescue? Learn about the Border Rottie'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 Rottie breed is a good choice for SAR purposes.

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

Not really

Border Rottie 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 Rottie pull carts? Learn about the Border Rottie's drafting abilities.

Yes

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 Rottie breed is a good choice for drafting purposes.

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

Not really

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

Border Rottie Reproducibility

Puppy Litter Size
How many puppies does a Border Rottie usually have? Learn about typical litter sizes.
8-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
How long is a Border Rottie pregnant? Learn about the Border Rottie's gestation period.

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Border Rottie: 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 Rottie 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 Rottie Recognition

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

Border Rottie Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligence Rating: Outstanding: Border Rottie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
  • Training Difficulty: Border Rottie dogs are easy to train.
  • Grooming Requirements: Easy to groom: The Border Rottie doesn't require a lot of grooming.
  • Watchdog Rating: Border Rottie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
  • Lifestyle Adaptability: Border Rottie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
  • Child Compatibility: Border Rottie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Border Rotties are usually recommended for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Border Rottie 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.
  • Draft Work Capability: A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
Cons
  • Allergy Friendliness: Border Rottie dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Obesity Tendency: Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Border Rottie's weight, he can easily gain weight.
  • Mouthing Tendency: Border Rottie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
  • Alone Time Tolerance: Border Rottie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
  • Dog Friendly: Border Rottie dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
  • Office Friendly: Border Rottie is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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