KIP (A COURTESY LISTING IN AUSTIN TX) - BORDER COLLIE (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Highland, IL, 62249, USA
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KIP (A COURTESY LISTING IN AUSTIN TX) - BORDER COLLIE (MEDIUM COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Border Collie Dogs For Adoption in Highland, IL, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
Kip (a courtesy listing in Austin TX)
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Breed
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Gender
Female
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Age
Young
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Location
Highland, IL, 62249 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Border Collie (medium coat). Kip is a young and petite Border Collie who is with the Central Texas Ruffugees rescue in Austin TX. The rescue says this about Kip: Kip is about a year old and a petite 35 lbs. She is a really great girl—sweet, affectionate, and she gets along wonderfully with other dogs. She has been around cats and simply ignores them. She is already spayed, up to date on vaccines, and heartworm negative. We would love to find a Border Collie-savvy home for her. You can see Kip on the rescue's website, here: .centraltexasruffugees/adoptable-dogs The rescue's Facebook page is here: .facebook/Centraltexasruffugees# To get more info about Kip, please e-mail her rescue here: infocentraltexasruffugees
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Physical Attributes
Coat Length: Medium Altered Yes -
Behavioral Characteristics
OK with Dogs: Yes OK with Cats: Yes Activity Level: Moderately Active Other: - Housetrained
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Additional Information
Was the Dog Found No Other - Up-to-date on Vaccinations
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Organization name
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue
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Location:
Highland, Illinois, 62249 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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