adopted a borador - a designer pup - part border collie, part black labrador. does anybody know anything about this type of breed of dog? re. health issues, etc/
2007-02-15 14:23:43 · 6 answers · asked by someoneyoudontknow 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
They are VERY hyper, and they are prone to joint problems. I have yet to see one that does not have some type of behavioral problems, so I would get the pup professionally trained early.
2007-02-15 14:27:27 · answer #1 · answered by iluvmyfrenchbulldogs 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just from the border collie side, you will have your hands FULL! BC's are smart and highly active. They typically need more than just the daily walk too. They need mental stimulation to keep them truly happy. A bored BC is going to find ways to entertain themself and this often leads to destruction in the home. This breed needs a job... and they excel at dog sports such as agility, frisbee and flyball. They're obsessive and neurotic at times and they will drive you crazy pestering you to death for some play time. Training, for something more advanced like obedience competition, is a really good idea as it helps with giving them some mental stimulation.
So depending on how much of the Border Collie is in your mixed breed, be prepared... they are way more work than the average dog!
2007-02-15 14:39:34 · answer #2 · answered by Shadow's Melon 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I actually adopted a lab / border collie mix myself. His name is Tucker and he is 18 mos. now. He is awesome, he's actually a lot less hyper than my pure bred lab and he sheds less too. He is very smart and very sweet, likes to cuddle and give kisses. He doesn't care about chasing a tennis ball but he'll tear after a frisbee. He learns commands and new tricks quickly. He is a little reserved when he meets new people but once he decides your O.K. he is very friendly. Tucker does like to "chew" so I keep a lot of different types of chew toys around for him. So far I haven't had any health issues but, hip dysplasia is always something to look out for in any large size breed. My labs have gotten ear infections on occasion but so far no problem with Tucker. I wouldn't trade him for anything. Enjoy your new pup.
2007-02-15 14:44:17 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Wow, you're brave !
I have a border - Smart as a whip, an ACTIVE - extremely loyal and loving - prefers only 1 boss - so decide who in your household is in charge. I grew up with labs and they are awesome family pets - can also be very active especially when young.
Obedience will be a must to keep this dog in line, and yourself sane !
2007-02-15 15:57:50 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's not a "breed", it's a "mutt".
That being said, I'd keep an eye out for hip problems, retinal problems, and osteochondritis.
I also hope you have a good exercise outlet planned for your pup. Between the Labs being "puppies" till they're about two years old, and the Border Collie having stamina and intelligence like you wouldn't believe, you may be infor a challenge to keep him from getting bored.
2007-02-15 14:44:37 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
it's not a designer dog it's called a mutt.what's wrong with a full blood dog? i hope you didn't pay any money for it.
2007-02-15 23:45:34 · answer #6 · answered by bad1998vette 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
they are mixed breeds not purebreed. they could be like the labrador or like the border collie the border will need a lot of things to do or will find things to do that you will not like. labs can be hipper dogs also. you will need to take the dog to obedience class as soon as you get the dog. i hope you are not pay very much for this mixed breed dog. if you are adopting it you will have to have it spayed if they do not do it.
2007-02-15 14:39:50 · answer #7 · answered by Skyhoss 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋