Biewer Terrier vs Border Collie
Breed Compatibility
87% Compatible
Energy Level
Biewer Terrier: Calm0.4
Border Collie: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Less Compatible
Trainability
Biewer Terrier: Eager to Please1.0
Border Collie: Eager to Please1.0
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Biewer Terrier: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Border Collie: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Biewer Terrier3/5
Border Collie3/5
Good with Other Dogs
Biewer Terrier5/5
Border Collie3/5
Good with Strangers
Biewer Terrier3/5
Border Collie4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Biewer Terrier
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap displacement
Liver Shunts: Blood flow abnormality
Progressive Retinal Atrophy: Vision loss
Bladder Stones: Urinary tract issues
Heart Defects: Cardiac abnormalities
Dental Problems: Tooth decay risks
Border Collie
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
CEA: Eye development disorder
MDR1: Drug sensitivity gene
TNS: Neurological condition
CL: Neurological disorder
Epilepsy: Seizure disorder
Pros & Cons Comparison
Biewer Terrier
Pros
Excellent companion dog
Minimal exercise needs
Good for apartment living
Hypoallergenic coat
Cons
Regular grooming required
Can be stubborn
Delicate build
Potential dental issues
Border Collie
Pros
Extremely intelligent
Highly trainable
Athletic and agile
Loyal and devoted
Excellent working dog
Cons
Requires extensive exercise
May be too intense for novice owners
Strong herding instinct
Needs constant mental stimulation
Can be overly sensitive
Biewer Terrier Fun Fact
Their unique tri-colored coat pattern resulted from a rare genetic occurrence in Yorkshire Terriers.
Border Collie Fun Fact
Border Collies can learn to recognize over 1,000 words and can understand complex multi-step commands.
Heritage & Purpose
Biewer Terrier
Origin:
Developed in Germany during the 1980s as a rare color variation of Yorkshire Terriers. Bred specifically for their distinctive tri-colored coat pattern as companion animals.
Border Collie
Origin:
Developed in the border country between Scotland and England during the 1700s, these dogs revolutionized sheep herding with their distinctive 'eye' and precise control of livestock.
Special Considerations
Biewer Terrier
Regular grooming essential for coat maintenance. Dental care crucial due to predisposition to dental issues. Careful handling needed due to delicate build.
Border Collie
Requires extensive daily exercise, mental stimulation, and consistent training. Regular grooming needed during shedding seasons. Early socialization crucial.
Shedding
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