Participating Border Collie Breeders & Rescues
- C Horns Ranch Border Collies — Shelbyville, TN
302 Border Collie breeders in the PuppyReports directory — including programs in CA, TX, MI, VA, AL, TN. Every listing connects to a PuppyReports™ Card so families can check the DogFacts before they choose.
Border Collie Puppies for Sale by State
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About Border Collie Puppies, Breeders & DogFacts
The Border Collie, a medium sized member of the Herding Group from the England, Scotland border, was developed to gather and drive sheep and is celebrated for its exceptional intelligence, responsiveness, and tireless work ethic. Athletic and agile with a weather resistant double coat (smooth or rough) in many colors, they typically stand about 18-22 inches and weigh 30-55 pounds; they shed moderately with heavier seasonal sheds and drool very little. They thrive on daily vigorous exercise and rich mental stimulation, herding, agility, advanced training, and interactive play, and need consistent companionship to prevent boredom related behaviors. Grooming is moderate, with weekly brushing (more during shedding seasons) and routine nail, ear, and dental care. Generally affectionate and loyal with families yet often reserved with strangers, they are not hypoallergenic and may be prone to health issues such as hip dysplasia, Collie Eye Anomaly, progressive retinal atrophy, epilepsy, and certain drug sensitivities (MDR1).
Breed Characteristics
Temperament
Border Collie dogs are known for: Brilliant, Tenacious, Hard eyed, Workaholic, Athletic.
- Brilliant
- Tenacious
- Hard eyed
- Workaholic
- Athletic
Family & Household Compatibility
- Good with children, this breed is generally compatible with kids.
- Good with other dogs, typically sociable with other dogs.
- Good with cats, generally tolerant of cats when properly introduced.
Known Health Considerations
Hip dysplasia, Collie eye anomaly, epilepsy, progressive retinal atrophy, MDR1 gene mutation, osteochondrosis
When researching Border Collie breeders, ask for documentation of health screening on both parents. Ethical breeders test for breed appropriate conditions through OFA, PennHIP, or breed club specified DNA panels before breeding.
Before You Choose a Border Collie Puppy
- Can I see health screening documentation for both parents?
- Are the parents registered with the AKC or relevant breed club?
- What is your return policy if the dog cannot remain in my home?
- Can I visit, meet the parents, and see where the puppies are raised?
- Do you provide a written health guarantee and vaccination records?
Screened Border Collie breeders on PuppyReports have submitted documentation, responded to the platform, and maintain an active PuppyReports™ Card. Research any breeder before you make a commitment.
Featured Ethical Border Collie Breeder
Members of the Canine Ethics Leadership Circle™ who breed Border Collie appear here, submitted health documentation, full record transparency, and a signed Canine Ethics Standard. One breeder per breed.
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About these recommendations. PuppyReports surfaces the basic health screening recommendations for each breed in accordance with the principles established by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) program. The OFA, working with each breed’s primary US parent club, sets the recommended testing list per breed. Recommendations may vary by country and region (US OFA CHIC, European FCI, UK Kennel Club, Australian National Kennel Council, etc.). Always review current requirements with your breed’s parent club for your jurisdiction. Last reviewed: 2026-05-02.
Sources & further reading: American Kennel Club breed information; Orthopedic Foundation for Animals CHIC program (ofa.org/chic programs). Breed data sourced from PuppyReports™ breeds database. Last reviewed: 2026-04-24.