Temperament
Intelligent, Energetic, Loyal, Reserved with strangers.
Health problems to know about
- MDR1 drug sensitivity
- Hip dysplasia
- Inherited eye disease (cataracts, PRA, collie eye anomaly)
- Patellar luxation
Ask breeders for the parents' health test results, and check what your national breed club recommends screening for.
Daily care
At least an hour of exercise a day plus training or a dog sport. Brush weekly, more during the seasonal moult. Make sure every vet knows the dog's MDR1 status before medicines are given.
A good fit for
Active owners who enjoy training, agility or herding, and homes with a secure garden.
Probably not ideal for
People out all day, owners wanting a sofa dog, homes with small children who run (they may try to herd them).
Sources
Popularity: AKC 2025 registration rankings (US); Royal Kennel Club 2025 registrations (UK, ranked by us). Breed traits are tendencies, not guarantees. Individual dogs vary, and mixed breeds and rescues can be wonderful fits too.
