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Border Akita Collie Information & Dog Breed Facts

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

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Breed Type
What type of dog breed is it?
Cross Breed Border Collie and Akita mix

Border Akita Collie Size and Weight

Size
Is a Border Akita Collie small, medium or large dog?

How big do Border Akita Collie get?

What is the average size of a Border Akita Collie?

Large
Weight
How much does the Border Akita Collie weigh? How much should a Border Akita Collie weight? What is the normal weight of a Border Akita Collie? How much does a full-grown Border Akita Collie weight?
Male: 40-90 pounds (18-40 kg), Female: 35-85 pounds (16-38 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Border Akita Collie?
Male: 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
How tall is the Border Akita Collie? Border Akita Collie height:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Border Akita Collie?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Border Akita Collie Price and Availability

Price
How much does the Border Akita Collie puppy cost? What is the price range of this puppy? What is the average price of a Border Akita Collie in the United States? How much money is a Border Akita Collie?

Where to buy a Border Akita Collie with a good pedigree?

$800-$1200
If you choose to purchase the Border Akita Collie, 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 Akita Collie for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Border Akita Collie gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Border Akita Collie? How many Border Akita Collie are there in the world?
Very frequent: The Border Akita Collie 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 Akita Collie Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligent Rank
How smart is the Border Akita Collie? Is the Border Akita Collie breed dumb or smart?
Smart: The Border Akita Collie dogs have great intelligence. They understand and memorize new commands in 15-25 repetitions.

The Border Akita Collie is among the smartest dogs in the intelligence ranking.

Trainability
Are Border Akita Collie dogs easy to train? Do they go well on dog training? How hard is it to train a Border Akita Collie?
Border Akita Collie dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.
Watchdog Ability
Is Border Akita Collie good as a watchdog? Are they alert at night?
Border Akita Collie 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 Akita Collie dogs will alert you if they sense something different.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Do Border Akita Collie dogs have aggressive behavior to protect their home/house/territory? Do they have guarding instincts?
Border Akita Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. This breed doesn't hesitate to protect its territory so the Border Akita Collie can be a good choice if you want an excellent guard dog. Keep calm and the Border Akita Collie will take care of unwanted people or animals.

Border Akita Collie Personality and Temperament

Temperament
What kind of personality does the Border Akita Collie have? What characteristics or traits does the breed have?
DignifiedIndependentEnergeticProtectiveAlertCourageousIntelligentFriendlyResponsiveDocileLoyalTenaciousFaithfulVigilantWilling
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Border Akita Collie sensitivity:
Sensitive: Border Akita Collie 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 Akita Collie a good family dog?
High: Border Akita Collie 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 Akita Collie need? Border Akita Collie social needs:
Border Akita Collie dogs are a social breed. They enjoy being around people or other animals. This breed doesn't tolerate being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Border Akita Collie to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Border Akita Collie roam?
The wanderlust potential of the Border Akita Collie 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 Akita Collie have high prey drive?
Border Akita Collie 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 Akita Collie dogs are aggressive. Better to keep this breed on a leash.

Border Akita Collie Activity and Playfulness

Playfulness
How playful is this breed?
The Border Akita Collie is a playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Barking
Do Border Akita Collie dogs bark a lot? Are they barkers/noisy? Why does my Border Akita Collie bark?
Low to Average: The Border Akita Collie 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.

Apartment Friendly
Is Border Akita Collie good as an apartment dog? Can they live in a flat? Can you have a Border Akita Collie in an apartment?
Apartment-friendly dog the Border Akita Collie 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 Akita Collie Adaptability and Independence

Adaptability
Are they adaptable and easy-going?
Border Akita Collie 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
How long can a Border Akita Collie be left alone? How long can you leave a Border Akita Collie alone?
Border Akita Collie dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Border Akita Collie Bite Characteristics

Bite Force PSI
Does the Border Akita Collie has a hard bite? What is the bite force of a Border Akita Collie? How much bite force does a Border Akita Collie have? How strong is a Border Akita Collie bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

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

Biting Potential
Do Border Akita Collie bite humans? How likely are you to get bitten from the Border Akita Collie? What are the odds of getting bitten by a Border Akita Collie? Why do dog bites happen?

Low 🔽

The Border Akita Collie 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.)
Mouthiness
How much mouthing/nipping/play biting does the Border Akita Collie do?
Border Akita Collie 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 Akita Collie dogs need to be taught a good attitude.

Border Akita Collie Health and Lifespan

Health Issues
Is it a healthy or unhealthy breed? Do Border Akita Collie dogs have health problems or genetic diseases?
The Border Akita Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Border Akita Collie breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Border Akita Collie breed? Most common health risks of Border Akita Collie:
Hip Dysplasia AllergiesHypothyroidismProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)BloatEpilepsySebaceous AdenitisCollie Eye AnomalyOsteochondrosis Dissecans
Veterinarian Visits
How often does the Border Akita Collie breed need to go to the vet? How often should you take your dog to the vet? How often should the Border Akita Collie see the vet?
Average
The Border Akita Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Life Expectancy
How long do Border Akita Collie dogs live? How old can a Border Akita Collie be? What is the age limit of the Border Akita Collie? How many years can the oldest Border Akita Collie live?

What is the average life expectancy / lifespan of a Border Akita Collie?

How long is the lifespan of a Border Akita Collie?

11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Akita Collie: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which weather condition is preferred by this dog? Can they tolerate hot or cold weather and climate?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Akita Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.

Border Akita Collie Energy and Activity

Energy Level
How much energy does the Border Akita Collie have? What is the activity level of the Border Akita Collie?
Border Akita Collie dogs are high-energy dogs. An active lifestyle makes them happy.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Border Akita Collie need? How much exercise do Border Akita Collie dogs require per day?

Do Border Akita Collie dogs need a lot of exercises?

Border Akita Collie 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 Akita Collie breed need?
Border Akita Collie 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 Akita Collie Diet and Weight Management

Average daily food consumption
How much food does a Border Akita Collie need? What dog products should I buy? How much food does a Border Akita Collie breed eat per day? What is good dog food for Border Akita Collie? How much food should I feed my Border Akita Collie?
Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
How easy to gain weight for this dog? Border Akita Collie risk for obesity:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Border Akita Collie'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 Akita Collie weight regularly.

Border Akita Collie Allergies and Grooming

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat does the Border Akita Collie have? What does this canine coat/fur look like?
FluffyDenseFeatheredWaterproofStraightShortModerately Long
Colors
What color is the breed's coat? What color are proper Border Akita Collie coats?
BlackTan Red White BrownFawnSable Brindle LilacGold Seal White & RedSlateSable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merleBlue merle-tricolorSlate merleRed merleSaddleback SableWhite & BlueWhite & Blue MerleWhite & Red MerleWhite TickedWhite & GoldWhite & SableWhite & Seal
Grooming
How to groom the Border Akita Collie and how often? How often should I take my Border Akita Collie to the groomer?
Average: The Border Akita Collie requires average grooming effort. Cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't essential.

Brushing the dog's coat is useful to reduce shedding. Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infections.

Don't skip the seasonal flea treatment too. Dog nail trimming and dog bath can be helpful sometimes.

Check the local pet store for dog grooming supplies and find the best dog shampoo to keep its coat healthy and give your dog a pleasant experience of a dog bath.

If you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of your Border Akita Collie, search for a 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.

Shedding Level
How much do Border Akita Collie dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Border Akita Collie? Do Border Akita Collie dogs shed a lot?
Border Akita Collie dogs shed above average. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. The amount and frequency of hair loss mostly depend on their health status and breed type. If you don't like vacuum cleaning, you might have to reconsider your choice of having a puppy from the Border Akita Collie breed.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
How often does the Border Akita Collie need a bath? How often should you give a Border Akita Collie a bath? Can I bathe my Border Akita Collie every day?
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.

Hypoallergenic
Is the Border Akita Collie breed hypoallergenic?
No
Border Akita Collie 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.
Stinkiness
How stinky is this dog? Why does it smell bad and how to get rid of the smell?

Medium

The Border Akita Collie has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Drooling Tendency
Does the Border Akita Collie drool?
The Border Akita Collie 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.

Border Akita Collie Good With

Pet Friendly
Are they pet-friendly dogs? How well do Border Akita Collie dogs get along with other pets? Are Border Akita Collie dogs good with pets? What is this canine temperament with other pets?
Border Akita Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Border Akita Collie temperament with other people:
Border Akita Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Are Border Akita Collie dogs kid-friendly? Are they good with young children? Border Akita Collie temperament with children:
Border Akita Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. This breed enjoys being surrounded by children.
Cat Friendly
How well do Border Akita Collie 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 Akita Collie breed live with a cat?
Border Akita Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Is Border Akita Collie good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Border Akita Collie dogs get along with other dogs?
Border Akita Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Border Akita Collie breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Border Akita Collie breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Border Akita Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Border Akita Collie dogs good office canines? Do Border Akita Collie dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Border Akita Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Border Akita Collie dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Border Akita Collie temperament with senior people? Are Border Akita Collie dogs good for elderly owners?
Border Akita Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Border Akita Collie As a Working Dog

Service Dog
Are they good as service dogs? Can Border Akita Collie be a guide dog? Are they used as seeing-eye dogs?

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 Akita Collie breed is a good choice for service purposes.

Therapy Dog
Are they good as therapy dogs? Can Border Akita Collie be a therapy dog? Are they good anxiety dogs? Can a Border Akita Collie be an emotional support animal?

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 Akita Collie breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Are they good as detection dogs? Can Border Akita Collie be a sniffer dog?

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 Akita Collie breed is a good choice for detection purposes.

Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Are they good as SAR dogs? Can Border Akita Collie be a search and rescue dog?

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 Akita Collie breed is a good choice for SAR purposes.

Boat and Sailor Dog
Are they good as boat dogs? Can Border Akita Collie be a boat dog?

Not really

Border Akita Collie 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.

Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Are they good as cart pulling dogs? Can Border Akita Collie be a drafting dog?

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 Akita Collie is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Fighting Dog / Military Dog
Where Border Akita Collie dogs used as fighting / military dogs in history?

Not really

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

Border Akita Collie Reproducibility

Gestation Length
How long is a Border Akita Collie pregnant?How long does it take to have puppies? How to tell if the Border Akita Collie breed is pregnant?

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Border Akita Collie: 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.

Litter Frequency

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.
Litter Size
How many puppies can the Border Akita Collie have in a litter? How many puppies can the Border Akita Collie breed have for the first time? How many puppies does a Border Akita Collie have? How many puppies can a Border Akita Collie give birth to?
3-12 puppies

Border Akita Collie Recognition

AKC Group
Is Border Akita Collie recognized by the American Kennel Club?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Is Border Akita Collie recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)?
Not recognized by FCI.

Border Akita Collie Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligent Rank: Smart: The Border Akita Collie dogs have great intelligence.
  • Trainability: Border Akita Collie dogs are easy to train.
  • Apartment Friendly: Apartment-friendly dog the Border Akita Collie breed.
  • Watchdog Ability: Border Akita Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
  • Adaptability: Border Akita Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
  • Child Friendly: Border Akita Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Border Akita Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Border Akita Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Service Dog: This breed makes good as a service dog.
  • Therapy Dog: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
  • Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog: After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
  • Search and Rescue Dog (SAR): This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Cons
  • Hypoallergenic: Border Akita Collie dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Shedding Level: Border Akita Collie dogs shed above average.
  • Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity: Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Border Akita Collie's weight, he can easily gain weight.
  • Mouthiness: Border Akita Collie 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 Akita Collie is strong enough to escape from home.
  • Tolerates Being Left Alone: Border Akita Collie dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
  • Office Friendly: Border Akita Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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