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RIKKA - BORDER COLLIE (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Border Collie Dogs For Adoption in Fruit Heights, UT, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
RIKKA
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Breed
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Gender
Female
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Age
Adult
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Location
Fruit Heights, UT, 84037 USAUSA
Description
Posted Breed: Border Collie (medium coat). Rikka (ree - kah) is a sweet and gentle girl. She weighs about 50 lbs. She is timid around other animals and does not seem interested in them. She LOVES kids and loves going for walks on her leash. She spends most of her time napping on the couch with a minky blanket. Her favorite treat is raw carrots. She is well behaved around the dinner table and will lay at your feet until you get up. She is house trained. Sheâs trying to learn the doggy door. She is sad when you leave, but will sleep on your bed until you return. She is an excellent road trip partner and is happy to be the little spoon when you cuddle with her.
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Physical Attributes
Coat Length: Medium -
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Organization name
Davis County Animal Services
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Location:
Fruit Heights, Utah, 84037 USAUSA
Breed overview
Border Collie
A.K.A.: Scotch Collie, Scottish Sheepdog, Sheepdog, Working Collie, Farmers Dog, The Eye Dog, Heading Dog, Collie, Farm Collie, Shepherd's Dog, Northern British Sheepdog, Scotch Sheepdog, Highland Collie, Lowland Collie, Welsh Sheepdog, Northumbrian Sheepdog, Old Border Collie, English Sheepdog, Working Border Collie, BC
Overview:
The Border Collie is a highly intelligent and energetic herding dog, originating from the Anglo-Scottish border region where they were bred for their exceptional sheep-gathering abilities. Physically, they are medium-sized dogs with an athletic build, typically weighing between 30-55 pounds, and feature a double coat that can be rough or smooth, appearing in a wide variety of colors, though black and white is most common. Their alert, intense gaze is a hallmark of the breed. Temperamentally, Border Collies are renowned for their incredible trainability, eagerness to please, and boundless energy, making them excellent candidates for dog sports like agility and obedience. However, this high drive means they require significant mental and physical stimulation; without proper outlets, they can become bored and destructive. While loyal and affectionate with their families, their herding instincts can sometimes translate to nipping at children or other pets if not managed, making them generally better suited for experienced owners who can dedicate time to their training and exercise needs. They are definitely not suited for apartment living and thrive in homes with large, secure yards and active lifestyles. Health-wise, they are generally robust, but can be prone to certain genetic conditions such as Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), hip and elbow dysplasia, and Trapped Neutrophil Syndrome (TNS).
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