The Border Collie is unanimously recognized as the most intelligent dog breed in the world. This extraordinary herding dog from the England-Scotland border is a true canine genius capable of learning hundreds of commands. If you’re looking for a dog to adopt in Quebec for an active and stimulating life, the Border Collie is unmatched. QuebecAnnonce offers 62 listings for this exceptional breed.
The Border Collie is a medium-sized dog (12 to 20 kg) with its characteristic intense "eye" — that fixed, hypnotic gaze used to control livestock. Its double coat provides excellent protection against Quebec winters from Montreal to Saguenay.
The Border Collie requires at least two to three hours of intense daily activity. Without sufficient stimulation, it will become nervous and destructive. It excels in herding, agility, flyball, disc dog and competitive obedience. Several farms in the Laurentians and Monteregie offer herding classes. The hiking trails of Gatineau, Mont-Tremblant and the Eastern Townships are ideal playgrounds for this tireless breed.
The Border Collie can be prone to hip dysplasia, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), epilepsy and ceroid lipofuscinosis (CLN). A responsible breeder registered with the Canadian Kennel Club (CKC) will perform all required genetic and health tests. The Border Collie lives 12 to 15 years, offering years of companionship to those who can meet its exceptional activity needs in Quebec.
