So lo and behold my friend works at a vet officeas well and posted picture after picture on every website to try and find out whose dog he was. We are in the UK and adopted our borador from a pound in Ireland. I think we are the ones who will be getting trained! The only issue I see here is I live near Port Huron, MI. My lab did not want to be in charge, he was so nervous when Cindy died, He stepped into the job, but he was not happy. Teach your dog the names and then leave them in piles around the house. We had a borador that came to our front door when I was six years old. He knows how to spin left and right, walk backwards, and go from sit to down to sit again all for a ball. Heres a list of some of the most popular similar Lab crosses. He had a litter of puppies with a female black lab cross, and gave me choice of the litter. 4. she was the average length of a border collie mix although slightly higher at the hips in terms of hight and her behaviour also didnt match a lab as she acted similar to a border collie although that came naturally as well. These dogs can inherit some very unique and positive personality traits from their parent breeds. Shes been with me through thick and thin, and gives me kisses every time i cry. I kept toys by the front door and grabbed one each time I came in the door. Jennifer. Best of luck. I live in the Hudson Valley, N.Y. area and if anyone knows where I can adopt another pup like her I can give her a very loving home. Shes just an extremely extremely sweet, gentle dog that loves to get all the attention she can get and is extremely friendly with strangers. She had been surrendered at 7 months old because she was too much for her family. He is a great watch dog along with being very affectionate. He balls up a towel before he lays on it, he bats around a ball and controls it to play soccer, backspins it & runs it from room to room then kicks it to make a score. We live in Belgium so I think you wont be able to help us. She is the sweetest, most loving animal I have ever had. Oh and he is driving me crazy while putty training him. You could also end up with a beautiful black Lab Border Collie mix. Said toy and jammed it in her mouth. Rosie is still with me but it mey be better to have both here at the same time so one can learn from the other. That said, hes amazing when worked out in the fields. We just had a baby and hes not getting enough exercise. i was never so proud to have a brillant first time dog. so that was his name. sending prayers, we rescued a boarder collie lab mix, came from the south with all the flooding. Though we found her at random we know it was meant to be. He sounds like his is on high alert all the time to protect you and the house. Generally a lovely temperament and gentle. My family spent a summer at a river and she would go swim in circles for hours. Perfect breed and she was born on the same day as my boyfriend (her human dad). After a while I would just say toy and she would get one. We now work in rally because my health let me down. We rescued Bonehead over 2 years ago from a nice place in the northern suburbs of Chicago. Borador dogs are great for families that spend plenty of time outside. BEST DOG I HAVE EVER HAD!!! The Lab part of the mix typically calms down the hyperactive nature of the Border Collie. YOU are his sheep. In fact, cross-breeding has been around for centuries. In general, you need to look at the life expectancies of the Labrador and the Border Collie. When Do Puppies Stop Biting And How To Cope With A Silver Lab The Facts About Silver Labrador Retrievers. While Labradors are seen with a solid yellow, brown, or black coat, this mix often takes on the distinct dual or tri-coloring of the Border Collie. However, his recall is absolutely pants most of the time and hes fiercely protective of me. Early socialization is hugely important if you want to raise a healthy, happy, outgoing dog. and equally if not more athletic, also super-sweet, but easily the most hyperactive dog weve ever had her Border Collie traits: herding, continuous motion, and sharp eye exhibit that side of her breeding. Lots of minihotdogs will be needed. This will be my husbands first dog. but mum said buster. This article is the first one that came up when I Googled Border Collie / Lab mix and it appears to be very accurate. And allowed to live in senior housing where no large dogs are allowed. I have a new dog also a girl who is now almost 1yrs of age although shes more your typical American Labrador as shes a pure breed or pedigree although I love her just as much and shes also named freeway as I named her in honour of my late beloved angel dog. I have a beautiful golden retriever/collie mix. Casper was a wonderful dog and beloved member of our family. She loved excercise, but didnt sulk if sometimes it didn happen. My borador is offspring of my dads his name was Bentley so I named mine rolls Royce aka Rolihandro he is an amazing puppie and has learned so much and loves to perform tasks and tricks with or without treats. The Border Collie Lab mix is medium to large, and most often comes with a black or black and white coat. They also wont suit homes that cant provide them with enough mental and physical stimulation. We had chickens for a while and she loved to heard them, she would even hold them down with one paw and wait so I could come get them. The Border Collie parent can have long or short fur. He is 32 pounds at 15 weeks. Of all the dogs I have had she potty trained the fastest. They have the lovable happy-go-lucky nature of a Lab and the high intelligence of a Border Collie. She was clearly somebodys pet and had been around elderly people before because shes extremely gentle and great with my grandmother. Rough or smooth varieties, double layered, Double layer, may be long or short and dense with feathering, Colors vary but most common is black and white, Major health issues with both parent breeds, Can be destructive if not exercised properly. Weve had him since puppy. I am from Brooklyn, NY. Fortunately, we had 15 years to spend with Casper, which was filled with love and companionship. I definitely recommend the mix. He is a gentle and well behaved. Weve had our Borador (Roscoe) for 9 years now and I can honestly say he is the best dog Ive ever owned, and I grew up on a farm with a lot of dogs. If you know of any other rescue centers where owners can find a Border Collie Lab mix, leave them in the comments. My late partner and I got a call from a shelter we adopted from in the past. . But, your mix could fall anywhere between the sizes of its parents. Our lab learned it also just by being there. While we are playing in the house, I ask him what are you forgetting? 5. her coat was made of four distinct sizes the first being ultra thin the next slightly longer and the next being medium and lastly her top coat was longer although again not typical for a Labrador and there were subtile markings on her that also didnt match a lab although these were hard to find in her golden coat. Labs will have short dense fur. he was the best dog. at the end his legs gave out. How old is he? According to studies completed by the American Psychological Association, the dogs have the same mental abilities as a two to two-and-a-half-year-old child. She loves the water and walks and is good with children. I figured out she was a lab mix because she looks like a border collie but shes golden and white which means shes some sort of mix. She loves this sort of thing cos she meets her doggy friends and aunties n uncles. Possums, skunks, raccoons, etc that want to pilfer food for our farm animals all end up dead. Luckily, both the Border Collie and Labrador are known for their easy, kind temperament, so you should find this process easy and effective. the family I lodged with had her from a puppy in 1993/1993 until she died in 2006, they had her tested but all the best could say was she was a mixed breed and couldnt ever narrow this down any further, although as I suspect I think she was meant as a working dog although was to soft so was abandoned and left to die by her first owners not the ones I mentioned above although thankfully she found a good home and had a good life as specially as she and I were instant soulmates. If interested let me know. She had a hierarchy and I was top. Most Borador dogs will be somewhere between 40 and 60 pounds. Hes also a shoe chewer, so any footwear has to be hidden away. Training can go a long way to help with this. At first he was one of the smaller pups of a litter of 8, now he is a monster in comparison. Also, there are some rescues that specialize in the placement of designer dogs. Some Boradors may not suit families with young kids, as they may try to herd them. His old home unfortunately had no idea what they were doing. At first I thought he is a Lab x Baladi (egyptian dog), I got my Bo aka Bocephus Laberjay through coincidence. Prefer puppy any leads out there? Labs are chewers and bored dogs often become destructive. Finding a reputable breeder is the first step. I have a black lab / border collie mix and he is the most exceptional, intelligent & mannerly dog Ive ever seen. Best dog ever. lol Id love to find her a place like yours to find her another family that would give her the best life she deserves. So, a Borador is likely to become bored and disruptive if not properly entertained. Keep in mind that studies show that positive reinforcement or reward based training are best for your dog. My kids can practically lay on him and he just lays there with what looks like a giant smile on his face! He also loves going swimming and naturally just retrieves anything I throw in the creek. Got my dog tori from a litter on a ranch border collie lab mix. Does anyone have a contact re upcoming Borador pups? Lab Collie mix dogs tend to be friendly, attentive, loving, and relatively easy to train, especially since they have the Labradors need to please. Border Collie Lab mix dogs are intelligent, active and loving. Collies are everywhere, leaping off the furniture, and are pretty creative with amusing themselves. It should not come as a surprise that the Border Collie Lab mix also needs a fair amount of exercise. I was concerned about his walking and inability to jump. If this is your ideal dog, your next step is to find one! First generation mixes can take after either parent, or be a perfect blend of both. If anyone has recommendations on trustworthy, ethical breeders in Oregon or the Pacific Northwest, please let me know! Me and my family have a black lab border collie mix. So glad we add him to our family. She would protect me against everyone in my family. I ended up renaming her Chloe from Cheerio and shes an absolutely amazing dog. I love my borador, he is a very good boy. That being said, she also has many bad habits such as jumping on guests, eating everything in site, invades person space and barksa lot! They also muzzled him as he anxiety barked at their young child and I suspect crated him without desensitisation as he gets very stressed when hes contained. Some Borador mixes will still have strong herding instincts and could even try to herd young kids or other pets in the house! Responsible breeders will health test their dogs before breeding to ensure that puppies are as healthy as possible. I am in Sydney and just started looking after 10yrs without one. Use a bristle or pin brush for grooming once or twice a week and use a slicker brush to remove any mats that you see. I have a Lab/Border Collie mix we rescued from the local Humane Society named Libby (originally named Lipstick). Not really if you understand how intelligent these dogs are. Super sweet around small children, but deadly around invading varmints. Has all the patience & good natured-ness of the lab with the instincts of the Border. I could recognize well that he used to be homeless so I kept him and now he is my very best friend. We couldnt love her more! And since both parent breeds are prone to a number of health issues, any puppy you choose should come from a reputable breeder that has health tested their dogs. Not only is it highly effective, but it reduces the incidence of problem behaviors and anxiety issues. He is a male & I think he has some of the same qualities as a cat. Thank you and please say a prayer for my Rosie. Best dog I ever had!!! All dogs are at risk of certain illnesses. What does a Border Collie Lab mix look like? Well help you to decide whether this is the right dog for your family. While they are the same mix, they are quite different: our last girl was very Lab-like and a big (80 lbs) athletic, super-sweet, and calm. Our little puppy happily took a 3-hour ride to her new home where she proceeded to chew up our furniture! I would say at least some of the problem is the border collie half. We are looking for another one. but his heart was still that of a 7 year old. Its been 10 years and I am now searching for another puppy now. We lost our 1st Borador on Sept 8, 2021 to cancer and found our 2nd only 3 days later. And chew toys are a must. So, it is absolutely necessary to make sure that your breeder tests for the health issues outlined above for each breed. Hes definitely lab x collie, but I suspect he might have a little GSD in him as hes quite leggy and tall. As mentioned above, Labradors are known for their great personalities, so it is possible and even likely that your Borador will have a gentle and loving nature. We have a six year old border color lab mix. She Fostered him for a few weeks and then said, I can no longer keep him and that no one had responded to any of her ads, would I like like to take him? Me and the family literally just came back to the house, after picking up Columbo our little black and white pup, the Mum is a golden retriever cross lab and the dad is a collie! I just found a borador last week. I would love to be contacted with any help or suggestions. Great article. My aunt pays for all of Rosies health care. We adore our Drake but hed be happier with someone who had time for him. Does need plenty of range. Nice people and their kids were doing most of the work with the puppies. We would be willing to discuss a rehome. He stops on a towel that is right inside the front door so I can wipe off his paws before he goes thru the house, if I am playing with him & the phone rings, he will pause and wait for me to finish before we resume play. At night he barks at everything which provides both security (& headaches). There are various programs that can help you with training. he was gourugse and so loving i could do anything. Helps if it is primo dog treat. I found my Borador in front of my house, it was a cold night and he was shivering and seemed so week. We are located in Maryland. he lived to 15 and a half and outlived his brothers and sisters. Heard a shrill bark. The average for a Labrador Retriever is 12.5 years old. when i was little all i could say was poppy puppy dog so he nearly got called poppy. He trys to heard the cats tho. Other than that, have fun! When he dies it will hit the whole family very hard. She believes her love can cure me, and i love her more than anything. She was the perfect dog for us, extremely friendly with everyone, very patient with our very young grandchildren, interested in everything and everyone around her, beautiful, intelligent, happy, always content. I named him Covie due to the fact he was born during the pandemic. Which jumped the fence and studded out the mum! Great family dog! County Antrim, my husband and i had a boardercollie lab mix .we lost her to cancer 3 months ago.it still hurts. In the case of a Borador, a Border Collie and a Labrador. Looks more like a the Yellow Lab, but one can certainly see the Border traits. I wasnt sure why but I just had a good feeling about her and how shed get along with my family. Wishing you the Best. He weighs 76 lbs. we are in our fiftys and chloe was our world.i am looking for another one not to replace her it is just we never fell so inlove with an animal before she had such a beautiful spirit and loved us just as much as we loved her, We live in Seattle and have a lab/border mix that we rescued 7 yrs ago. She doesnt get the exercise that she needs here, I cant walk her because of my back and young child. Anyone have an idea where we can acquire a Labroador? My partner wanted a black lab, well when we went to adopt her she was only seven weeks old. Temperament wise, she is a great dog! i had him since i was a year and a half old. Anything out of the ordinary she is barking at hot air balloons, animals, neighbors in their own house across the street. I know Arch likes to deconstruct his toys and any packaging he can get his teeth around. Now that I am grown, my my husband and I are considering a borador for our family. Didnt know much about the mix prior but reading about them makes me so happy. But, some breeds are more prone to specific problems and its important to be aware of these concerns when looking for a new puppy. He very smart dog that loves to play catch. Boy, can she run. What a lovely story Labrador Retriever Life Span How Long Do Labs Live? My partner passed when Rosie (dog) was 4 yrs old. He doesnt like car passing us on our morning walks. The kids named him Chase and we are all in love. A simple walk each evening is not going to cut it. when people come by the house give him something to do. Both parent dogs are known to shed all year round, and heavily during hotter seasons. as his dad esscaped (a lab) found a collie mum and pups were made in 1995 designer breads were never arround he was considerd a hinze 57 and cost my mum and dad around 10. He is indeed very active and wont stop playing. By mixing the lovable Labrador with the hard-working Border Collie, breeders hoped to get the best of both worlds an intelligent, energetic, and people-oriented dog that suits almost any role. Your kids will enjoy the playtime, while you can surely appreciate their loyalty and upbeat demeanor. Before then I realized she had the knowledge to help me when I needed it. She doesnt bark a whole lot either which is both good and bad. Mine used to herd us in the winter when we were wearing boots. The Labrador Site is also a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. He amazing with his human brother thats 3yr old & his older fur sister that kinda of a diva. The Borador is no exception. This can be in a plain form, or bi-color pattern, such as a white and black Lab Border Collie mix. I ended up achieving my dream without realising it until much later! She truly loves everyone and every dog she knows and meets. Dog Frisbees - The Furthest Fliers and Easiest Throwers, Dogs Intelligence On Par With Two-year-old Human, Canine Researcher Says, The Impact of Dog Walking on Leisure-Time Physical Activity: Results from a Population-Based Survey of Michigan Adults, Prevalence of Deafness in Dogs Heterozygous or Homozygous for the Merle Allele, Longevity and Mortality of Owned Dogs in England, Puppy Parties and Beyond: the Role of Early Age Socialization Practices on Adult Dog Behavior, The Effects of Reward-Based Training on the Behavioral Assessment of the Domestic Dog, Epilepsy in Border Collies: Clinical Manifestation, Outcome, and Mode of Inheritance, St Johns Water Dog Guide To An Extinct Breed, German Shepherd Lab Mix Sheprador Breed Traits. Instead of traditional breeding, individuals are now creating designer breeds by mixing two purebred dogs. Oh I was able to her the picture of her and my boxer in the background lol. Ive a 3yr old rescue borador. The next morning as I opened up Facebook I noticed a girl that I work with had posted a picture of a beautiful black dog with a white chest. Thats how we came to have Dutch. Ps- sorry I dont have any pictures of her as of yet on this website although thats because I dont want this message taking up too much space hogging stuff isnt my style. There are so many beautiful Labrador crosses to choose from. Didnt know he is a border collie Lab until I found this post. There are some warnings about Amish puppy mills but this was not that. She is very high energy, but she minds well and has the sweetest and most playful personality. He also responds well with a simple no or dont do that. My brother has a beautiful blue merle Border Collie, but his merle traits dont show through very much. She is a sweet little girl even though she is still nervous of new things. Once my husband was doing some target practice and without ever having been trained to she heard the gun shot and went to retrieve the can he was shooting at. She was already housebroken as well. That was five years ago. We love this breed!! Shes intelligent and patient, loving beyond measure, loves to swim and chase ducks and squirrels, and so great with children. Had him xrayed for hip dysplasia, negative. She was always trying to herd me into somewhere she wanted me to be, sure she could have learned that except in her case this came naturally so thats another reason. Black is a dominant coat color, so the black Lab Border Collie mix is one of the most common colors. Miss her!!! Hes come along leaps and bounds since I got him as a skinny pup. You do not have to work with a breeder if you want a Lab Border Collie cross. A pure bred Border Collie would also be good. Hes my first dog, but Ive not met a kinder, intelligent animal especially since hes a rescue dog and can have anxiety in new situations. So, be prepared for any outcome when choosing Border Collie Lab mix puppies. Went into the kitchen a few days after we got the AB. But, you will likely need to exercise your pup at least one hour a day, and maybe even two hours. A very happy litter with a friendly mama Lab dog on-site and the daddy BC at a neighboring, contiguous farm. She went with me everywhere we spent 24/7 together from the moment I got her at 10 weeks old. Hard to bark when you really want that liver treat or dog treat. About the only downside is that my grandma has her spoiled to go out about every hour but she at least doesnt pull that with me when Im upstairs with her if my familys gone. This process involves exposing your puppy to other dogs and to different people when they are young. He could never be replaced, no way, no how! But the rewards are huge if you put in the effort needed. What did you name him? So any advice on retraining out these habits would be appreciated! Our dog that recently passed was black. Hoping to fine someone within a few hundred kms of Sydney. We are devastated, she was in every way part of the family. Our 68 acre farm was not enough so Dusty adopted the farm next door, also. we feel blessed to have him, his name is Roscue and he is 6 months old. The other side of the coin is the lab. Fortunately, they loved him too. . He has 5 puppys left that need to go to good homes ! So, the Border Collie and Lab mix is probably going to live somewhere around 13 years. Hes also taken to licking the leather furniture, something hes currently doing as I write this lol. Sounds strange? (Im 600) and still acts like she is two or three. Both Labradors and Border Collies are dogs with high levels of intelligence. Found the Chi on his back upside down with the ABs paw on his chest. She is also the founder of the Gundog Trust and the Dogsnet Online Training Program, Pippa's online training courses were launched in 2019 and you can find the latest course dates on the Dogsnet website. Your dog will need a rigorous exercise regimen. Even still, there is no guarantee that your dog will not develop any serious illnesses. then she learned to meet me with a toy in her mouth. Is this common in borador? Let him gather them all together into a herd. Weve done all the hard work so you dont have to! His mother was a full chocolate lab and father a border collie. Hes also got a strong threat response to young boys with footballs. Since you cant get a herd of sheep, try toys. They seem like the perfect combo of smart, energetic, calm, loving dogs. This wouldnt ordinarily be related to this website except for the fact I highly suspected that freeway who we all came to love me in particular in this case, had border collie traits in her. While Labradors may act more like toddlers, and have a good deal of smarts themselves, what really stands out about them is their kindness, happiness, and generally easy-going attitudes. I have a 2 year old Borador named Balto. The thing that struck me as crazy was that the shelter thought she was some sort of Shepherd mix! She is extremely smart. So dont fret if you decide that a Borador is not for you. But, it is also possible that they will have the energy of a Border Collie. Neighbor farmer loves him because Dusty follows along when picking up hay bales or tobacco (near a creek and river) that snakes and mice love to hide under. He loves to play ball, that is his fav. Let me know if you have any suggested breeders. They just make guesses at Rescue Waggin dogs breeds based on appearance, but I cant understand this one for the life of me. We have worked in Obedience and progressed to a high level. & he will come up to me & give me a big hug. Ive had my lad Archie for a little over 7 months. Anyway must go now yours sincerly but thats ok with me as Im an active person too An outdoor jog, a trip to the dog park, or free playtime in the backyard that involves running are all good choices. My first dog was a border collie when I was 16. A pleasure to have. She can do flips when catching a tennis ball, and can jump over a 4 foot fence with ease! We couldnt ask for a better dog. While diversity is key, selective breeding is necessary, and it takes several generations to make sure that ailments are bred out of the gene pool. Exercise requirements vary by age as well as breed. 1.Short stubby nose and short silky ears, unlike your typical Labrador/Retriever mix. We adopted Frank the tank at 3mo old hes now 7mo old. Better mouser than any cat Ive ever owned. They are extremely active dogs that love to run, play, and exert energy for hours each day. Some rescues and animal shelters will have these dogs, so you can simply ask around if you have a trusted shelter nearby. Kwan Ming. I took him feed him. Have a wonderful 2019. Then she started to bark when I needed help so she was certified as my therapy dog. Amazing dog, she is great with our 7 year old daughter and has never destroyed anything in the house. She is fine with them after that. Let us know in the comments below. We would love a young Borador to join us, but they are not easy to find here. Shes 10 weeks old and such a doll. We have moved to a farm and need another similar dog to keep him company. HE is definitely shredded a lot of which drives me crazy our other dog is short hair. So to make a long story short I took him home and have been obsessed with him ever since. She is very loving to people and sometimes too playful with other dogs and will run off to find dogs on walks. Ideally, socialization should begin when your puppy is between 3 and 14 weeks of age. I called him Chance. Couldnt ask for a better dog. Like many of the other designer breeds, the Borador has come into existence within the last 10 to 20 years in North America. They said they raided a puppy mill and we were on their list of good pet parents. Well take a look at the origins of the Borador breed, and what they are like. my first dog was a labaredoor collie cross i guess. Borador puppies and adults need lots of time, attention and training to stay happy. We have a 10 year old borador who is fit and healthy. She was in a box on the side of the road with her bothers and sisters when a friends friend found them. We got ours at a farm in central PA. Females are usually smaller than males. He is such a loving puppy, smart and very good natured. That famous border collie Knew the name of 1000 stuffy toys. when mum asked i said no but she then asked buddy and buddy would look at her then lay back down. 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