Border Collie vs Lakeland Terrier
Breed Compatibility
97% Compatible
Energy Level
Border Collie: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Lakeland Terrier: Regular Exercise0.6
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Border Collie: Eager to Please1.0
Lakeland Terrier: Agreeable0.6
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
Border Collie: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Lakeland Terrier: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Moderate
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Border Collie3/5
Lakeland Terrier3/5
Good with Other Dogs
Border Collie3/5
Lakeland Terrier3/5
Good with Strangers
Border Collie4/5
Lakeland Terrier3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Border Collie
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
CEA: Eye development disorder
MDR1: Drug sensitivity gene
TNS: Neurological condition
CL: Neurological disorder
Epilepsy: Seizure disorder
Lakeland Terrier
Hip dysplasia: joint malformation
Lens luxation: eye condition
von Willebrand's: blood disorder
Legg-Perthes: hip joint issue
Allergies: skin sensitivities
Dental issues: tooth decay risk
Pros & Cons Comparison
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
Lakeland Terrier
Pros
Low shedding
Adaptable
Good with families
Alert watchdog
Cons
Requires regular grooming
Can be stubborn
May chase small animals
Tendency to bark
Border Collie Fun Fact
Border Collies can learn to recognize over 1,000 words and can understand complex multi-step commands.
Lakeland Terrier Fun Fact
Despite their small size, Lakeland Terriers were brave enough to hunt foxes alongside much larger hounds!
Heritage & Purpose
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.
Lakeland Terrier
Origin:
Developed in the Lake District of England during the 1800s to hunt foxes and vermin. These agile terriers excelled at pursuing quarry through rocky terrain and water.
Special Considerations
Border Collie
Requires extensive daily exercise, mental stimulation, and consistent training. Regular grooming needed during shedding seasons. Early socialization crucial.
Lakeland Terrier
Regular grooming needed for wire coat maintenance. Requires consistent exercise and mental stimulation. Early socialization important for balanced temperament.
Shedding
SeasonalShedding
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