Border Collie Health Guide
Complete health profile covering disease predispositions, vital statistics, and preventive care recommendations for Border Collie.
Vital Statistics
| Lifespan | 12–15 years |
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| Weight Range | 13.6–25 kg |
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| Height Range | 46–56 cm |
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Disease Predispositions (6)
Border Collie is predisposed to the following health conditions. 3 are hereditary.
| Condition | Category | Risk Level | Hereditary | Screening |
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| Hip Dysplasia |
N/A |
Moderate |
No |
Annual exam |
| Epilepsy |
N/A |
Moderate |
No |
Annual exam |
| Collie Eye Anomaly |
N/A |
Moderate |
No |
Annual exam |
| Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis |
N/A |
Moderate |
Yes |
Annual exam |
| Trapped Neutrophil Syndrome |
N/A |
Moderate |
Yes |
Annual exam |
| Multidrug Resistance Mutation (MDR1) |
N/A |
Moderate |
Yes |
Annual exam |
Obesity & Weight Management
| Obesity Risk Level | Moderate |
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| Ideal Body Condition Score | 4 |
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Genetic Screening
| CHIC Required Tests | Hip Evaluation; Ophthalmologist Evaluation |
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| Dystocia Risk | Low |
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