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Border Springer Information & Dog Breed Facts

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

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

Border Springer Size and Weight

Size Classification
What size category is a Border Springer? Learn how big the Border Springer breed typically grows.
LargeMedium
Weight Statistics
How much does a Border Springer weigh? Discover typical weight ranges for adult males and females of the Border Springer breed.
Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Border Springer?
Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height
How tall is the Border Springer? Border Springer height:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Border Springer?
Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Border Springer Price and Availability

Price Range
How much does a Border Springer puppy cost? Find current market prices and factors affecting Border Springer costs.
$600-$800
If you choose to purchase the Border Springer, 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 Springer for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Border Springer gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Border Springer? How many Border Springer are there in the world?
Very frequent: The Border Springer 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 Springer Trainability and Intelligence

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

Training Difficulty
How easy is it to train a Border Springer? Learn about the Border Springer's trainability and response to training methods.
Border Springer dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.
Watchdog Rating
How good is a Border Springer as a watchdog? Learn about the Border Springer's alertness and guarding instincts.
Border Springer dogs are good watchdogs. Their main job is to observe and they're consistent in their effort. Good vocal cords and a sense of hearing belong to them. Usually, they're territorial and protective about their property, so the Border Springer dogs will alert you if they sense something different.
Territorial Protection
Is a Border Springer protective of its territory? Learn about the Border Springer's guarding instincts and behavior.
Border Springer dogs strongly protect their territory. This breed is a complete security guard, so you don't have to be afraid in case of danger.

Border Springer Personality and Temperament

Personality Traits
What personality does a Border Springer have? Learn about characteristic Border Springer temperament and behavior traits.
PlayfulEnergeticProtectiveAlertIntelligentResponsiveAffectionateLoyalSocialTenaciousCheerful
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Border Springer sensitivity:
Sensitive: Border Springer 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 Springer a good family dog?
High: Border Springer 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 Border Springer need? Border Springer social needs:
Border Springer 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 Springer to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Border Springer roam?
The wanderlust potential of the Border Springer is strong enough to escape from home. They have a strong desire for exploring the world. Safer to walk them on a leash unless you teach them how to get back to you on command.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Border Springer have high prey drive?
Border Springer 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 Springer dogs are aggressive. Better to keep this breed on a leash.

Border Springer Activity and Playfulness

Barking Frequency
Does a Border Springer bark a lot? Learn about typical Border Springer vocalization patterns and triggers.
Average: The Border Springer 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.

Playful Nature
How playful is a Border Springer? Understand the typical play drive and energy level of the Border Springer breed.
The Border Springer is a highly playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Apartment Adaptability
Can a Border Springer live in an apartment? Learn about the Border Springer's suitability for apartment living.
Apartment-friendly dog the Border Springer breed. It is best if you have a small garden where it can occasionally go out to do its business, but this is not important at all. You can exercise him enough with a walk or two a day, so he's comfortable in an apartment.

Border Springer Adaptability and Independence

Lifestyle Adaptability
How adaptable is a Border Springer to lifestyle changes? Learn about the Border Springer's flexibility to new situations.
Border Springer 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.
Alone Time Tolerance
Can a Border Springer be left alone? Learn about the Border Springer's tolerance to solitude.
Border Springer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Border Springer Bite Characteristics

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

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

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

Border Springer Health and Lifespan

Average Lifespan
How long does a Border Springer live? Learn about the typical lifespan of the Border Springer breed.
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Springer: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
How well does a Border Springer handle different weather? Learn about the Border Springer's climate adaptability.
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. Dogs with a double coat of fur have a layer of fur that insulates their skin and helps protect them from the cold and the heat.
Health Concerns
What health issues are common in a Border Springer? Discover typical conditions affecting the Border Springer breed.
Border Springers are commonly healthy dogs. Vet costs aren't expensive with this breed.
Vet Care Frequency
How often does a Border Springer need vet visits? Learn about the Border Springer's veterinary care requirements.
Rare
The Border Springer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Border Springer breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Border Springer breed? Most common health risks of Border Springer:
Hip Dysplasia AllergiesProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)EpilepsyEar InfectionsEctropionRetinal DysplasiaCollie Eye AnomalyOsteochondrosis DissecansPhosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)

Border Springer Energy and Activity

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

Do Border Springer dogs need a lot of exercises?

Border Springer 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 Border Springer breed need?
Border Springer dogs don't need too much sleep. They are energetic and desire to live active life. If you think naps are overrated, this breed can be the best choice for you.

Border Springer Diet and Weight Management

Obesity Tendency
Is a Border Springer prone to weight gain? Learn about the Border Springer's obesity risks.
Average: The Border Springer 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 Border Springer weight regularly.

Food Consumption
How much food does a Border Springer need daily? Learn about the Border Springer's feeding requirements.
3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Border Springer Allergies and Grooming

Allergy Friendliness
Is a Border Springer hypoallergenic? Learn about the Border Springer's suitability for allergy sufferers.
No
Border Springer 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 Springer come in? Discover all possible Border Springer color variations.
BlackTan Red White Sable Brindle LiverLilacGold Seal White & 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 Springer need? Learn about Border Springer coat maintenance requirements.
Advanced: The Border Springer 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 Border Springer a pleasant experience of a dog bath.

If you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of your Border Springer, 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.
Drooling Tendency
Does a Border Springer drool a lot? Learn about the Border Springer's drooling habits.
The Border Springer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the Border Springer 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 Border Springer.

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

Medium

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

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

Border Springer As a Working Dog

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

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

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

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

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

Not really

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

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.

Border Springer is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

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

Not really

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

Border Springer Reproducibility

Puppy Litter Size
How many puppies does a Border Springer usually have? Learn about typical litter sizes.
4-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
How long is a Border Springer pregnant? Learn about the Border Springer's gestation period.

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Border Springer: 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 Springer 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 Springer Recognition

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

Border Springer Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligence Rating: Outstanding: Border Springer is one of the brightest dog breeds.
  • Training Difficulty: Border Springer dogs are easy to train.
  • Health Concerns: Border Springers are commonly healthy dogs.
  • Apartment Adaptability: Apartment-friendly dog the Border Springer breed.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Border Springer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
  • Watchdog Rating: Border Springer dogs are good watchdogs.
  • Lifestyle Adaptability: Border Springer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
  • Child Compatibility: Border Springer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
  • Dog Friendly: Border Springer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Border Springers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Border Springer 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.
Cons
  • Allergy Friendliness: Border Springer dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Grooming Requirements: Advanced: The Border Springer requires a lot of grooming.
  • Mouthing Tendency: Border Springer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
  • Impulse to Wander or Roam: The wanderlust potential of the Border Springer is strong enough to escape from home.
  • Alone Time Tolerance: Border Springer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
  • Office Friendly: Border Springer is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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