Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd - DIFFERENCES
What are the differences of the Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie? Find out in this video.
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If you’re on the hunt for a clever canine, but you can’t quite decide between the Border Collie and the Australian Shepherd, you’ve clicked on the right video. You are going to learn everything about the similarities and differences between these two dog breeds, so you can make your own decision which one you prefer. Let’s jump right into the first topic.
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Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd - Origin
Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd - Personality
Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd - Appearance
Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd - Trainability
Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd - Time Investment
Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd - Best Home
Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd - Health
Border Collie vs Australian Shepherd - Costs
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2:43 "The almond eyes are a focus of an intelligent expression..." Dog: *Bites leg as play toy*
I have one Border Collie, they are kind a dorkie, most of the time they behave like a child and have unlimited energy to run around and make mischiefs.
@@matheusguimaraesmarquesi939 My Border Collies liked to show off to please me.
@@matheusguimaraesmarquesi939 I love that and can 'match' them and challenge their brains even more which is so fun to try and 'trick' them and keep them guessing and learning!
@@virginiaconnor8350 That is so funny! What do they do to show off!?
Mine plays with his own balls 😭 he will look down and jump and then lick his own bawls 😩
We adopted a border collie w/out knowing much about the breed because we fell in love with her look. She now gets us out for at least two walks a day in the woods where she can run. We have never been in such good shape!
Mary Hartman right on. I have my dog for the same reason. I wanted her to get my butt into better shape. Plus I love dogs too. Can’t live without one
My Aussie did the same for me! Because of all the hikes and walks I was inspired to hit the gym and lift.
Why on earth would you get a dog without doing any research first?
@@theistorm807 I wouldn't. But in the case of the OP luckily it all worked out and it sounds like the dog is very well cared for.
i really want a border collie because of how active and intelligent they are. i can’t get one yet, maybe one day.
Boarder Collie and Australian Shepard: Basically springy fluffy zoomie bois
I hv a border collie and I can stay this is true XD
It’s true, I have an Aussie collie mix. I tell her to get out her zoomies :)
Lol ! So true
we hace 6 mini aussies and 2 border collie
As someone who has had both, they're both fantastic breeds. But Aussies are better.
I've been involved in Aussies for 35 years. My 15 year old just died last week. I've done rescue for about 15 yrs. When we're explaining the differences to potential adopters I put it this way. When it comes to working, BCs have strong eye and will stare holes in the sheep. An Aussie is loose eyed but will apply force when needed with a nip. A border collie will chase a ball you throw for him until he drops from exhaustion. After awhile the Aussie will drop the ball down the storm drain and look at you expectantly - it's your turn to go get it.
Exactly
im sorry to hear about your pup
Yes RIP to your Aussie, what was his name?
His name was Cooper. He was a rescue I fostered and fell in love with. He raised two of my puppies, allowing the little alligators to hang off his ruff. He saved the life of another of my Aussies, who was grieving the death of his mate and stopped eating. He leaves big paw prints to fill.
Do aussies bark a lot?
My dog is a mix of both and is 8 years old now. He has the personality traits of both. I have been around and had dogs my whole life and he has made a huge mark on my heart. He is highly intelligent and talks to me and others. He lets me know what he wants and when he wants it. He is my heart and my joy. He has a tendency to herd my grandchildren and play mother hen to all children, animals and human alike. He gets very upset if he hears a child cry and grumbles at me if I don't move fast enough to attend to them and fix the issue. My friends and family tell everyone he is more human than dog.
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Your dog sounds like an awesome being, and he is lucky with his loving family!
@@gazepskotzs4 We know it and he doesn't let us forget it. 😂
@@TheArqadesh I would so love to meet your dog. My friend's dog Purple was a blend and I totally fell in love with her. She saved Trevor's life and she was my hero and favorite dog in all the world! Your dog sounds just like Purple! If you live near Seattle it would be an honor to meet your dog! (Can you tell I am a 'dog-deprived' dog lover! bc.ctvnews.ca/she-saved-my-life-b-c-man-sends-dog-for-help-after-injuring-himself-in-the-wilderness-1.4654444
I would love to get a mix of both, as both breeds (although both collies) can be quite different and I always wondered how it would be having both in one package.
Both are excellent breeds and you can’t go wrong with either. Just be prepared to carve out 1-2 hours of your day to focus on them. They need lots of exercise and challenging mental stimulation.
Yeah. Love their look, would love to have one, but ... I'm a couch potato. Oh well, I can enjoy watching the videos!
@@veralenora7368 get a aussie pup... Your dog will make the potato its couch. There so rewarding in the end.
1 to 2 hours seems an absolute minimum, but who am i , i only owned huskies
It sounds like an Aussie needs more than a BC.
Yep I had to completely restructure my day around my aussie because I'm too tired from work to do much. Now I get up several hours early to spend time with her
I've had three Border collies, including the girl I have now. My experience is that it's a myth they need lots of exercise and training. My PERSONAL experience is that they actually need company and attention. Just be with them and talk (yes talk! They understand everything you say, I can't emphasise that enough) to them and include them in what you do. If you can, simply do this you will never even consider any other dog. Remember, company and attention... exercise is a bonus for them.
Thank you your comment is music to my ears !! I got a border collie puppy a month ago then I broke my leg ( 9 days ago) but despite the odds I'm keeping my dog..she's with me 24/7 and a very loved and well behaved puppy ("all ya need is love "👍)
@@jasminejones9937 your misfortune with your leg is what will bond the two of you for life. Keep her close and she won't disappoint you.
I was looking for a comment like this. I want a border collie but I don't want to take them for a walk everyday cause I won't have time. But I can at least 2-3 times a week
you are so right. I'm 64 and had them all my life. Other dogs too along the way. Trained dogs for a while. Border collies are the smartest and love you no matter what. We had as many as 4 or 1 at a time. Great dogs. loved your comments. I think they would speak English if they could. They share secrets really well.
@@latinace1981That's really not enough for a border collie, especially a young border collie! Doggie will plot it's escape, and become destructive in the home. If you get a much older border you may be able to get away with it but my girl is 11 and still needs 2 hour long (1 hour in the am and I hour in the pm) walks per day or she gets destructive and mischievous. Best dog ever but yes, in almost all cases they need lots of exercise.
I have both. An Aussie and a border collie. You really can’t compare the two, other than temperament. My Aussie, while very protective at home, is very friendly to strangers. My border collie is very protective as well in the home but more apprehensive with strangers out side the home. She does warm up quickly once she sees mom and I are okay. Wally (Aussie) needs to be engaged constantly where as Maddie( border collie) stays by moms side. For both breeds I have one word, TRAINING. Always teach the something. They both respond very well with positive reinforcement. Never raise a hand to either breed (or any animal unless being attacked). They will lose trust and respect for you. When you praise them they get an expression of pride and happiness knowing they pleased you.
Yes, this is what I want. I have my just under 2 year old aussie, now I need to find an equally great border collie pup for her to mother and eventually befriend.
We rescued an older neighborhood Aussie not even knowing his breed, age, or name. His elderly owner had given him away when she went through a tragic time in her life and moved away. The dog came back to the old home and waited all winter, living on who knows what. We adapted him when it became apparent that he was alone. His brownish coat looked rusty, hence, he was dubbed Rusty but he never accepted the moniker. I contacted his old owner and she said his name was "Jerry". When I called him Jerry he totally noticed. After that he walked perfectly on a leash, didn't run away anymore and became our dog, Jerry. He was about 14 or 15 when cancer claimed him. He was a great dog.
A little late but my Sincere condolences to you and your fam.
We used to have Australian Shepherd for 12 years. We loved so much, we are getting another Australian Shepherd soon.
Yayyyyyy my boy turned 10 this year hes a blue merle i want to get a puppy so bad because my friends dog died and you never know makes me worried im dreading the day.. but i want my boy to meet the puppy so its not like im replacing him you know lol
I got a border collie/Aussie and I absolutely love him! He’s so loving and such a good boy
whats his name? :)
@@DogWorldHQ Milo!!
All dogs are good boys.
@@kayleejudd2240 oh my gosh I have a pitbull chihuahua mix and his name is Milo too! It’s like once I name my dog Milo I see everyone with that name
@@reeeeneeustaquio374 ikr!!
I got purebred Aussie from a friend. I had herding dog experience. A lot of people get these dogs for their looks not expecting their high energy. Australian Sheppards are the number 2 dogs in rescue behind pit bulls. If you want one foster first then adopt from a rescue
Number 2? From where you get this source?
We have a 12 y.o. Border Aussie (1/2 Border Colllie, 1/2 Australian Shepherd), and he's hands down the best dog we've ever had.
I agree. I have an 8 yr old B/A mix. Easiest to train, loyal, highly intelligent and he likes to talk.
Lol love both breeds so I did the same border/aussie best of both worlds I have 2 of them
@@kathy1954000 Good for you! You're having 2 much fun!
I grew up with a border collie, and after she passed, I got an aussie and a border collie. they're SO similar, but border collies are much more independent while aussies are more dependent on you. they can both learn a new trick in about 3 tries, they're insanely smart. their personalities have definitely rubbed off on each other (my current border collie is now a cuddle bug, which is pretty unusual for their breed) and they really benefit from having each other around. they're constantly playing and entertaining themselves. I wouldn't really recommend ether for a family, as they need one on one time and prefer to have one or two owners. but an aussie would probably be a better fit for a family if you're choosing between the two. at the end of the day, they're both amazing breeds and I wouldn't trade ether of them for the world
Can I ask, do both have the same energy level? Or is one more relaxed! I love collies but I’m gone a few hours of the day and I read they don’t do well being left alone, so I am looking at Aussies but I think they may be the same?
I have an aussie and she is SO dependent. She bonded with my wife and is ALWAYS on her heels. Lucky for me though when my wife is away the dog gets a little more independent and isn't so clingy with me 😂
I agree! I couldn't choose so i got a mix of the two. She is a sassy fire cracker! Got her at 8 weeks and knew how to sit by the end of the day. We let her run around and play in our front yard with her Newfoundland lab mixed buddy. She rings the doorbell when she is done. She knows so many tricks and commands its crazy! She is only 11mo old right now
ALL my border collies have been snuggle bugs. I've had six of them.
@@hamishthepony2460 from what I've researched since I plan on getting a border collie in the future but have 2 aussies rn, they both are the same but also vary on the dogs personality. They need walks at least once a day and need constant mental stimulation. BUT! You can do doggy daycare and you can always try taking them with you whenever you can. Like; going to the store, to get food, to the park, etc. (My family is bad at dealing with them on leash and have put almost all their training onto me including leash training which is hard so...yeah we haven't trained ours well) But keep in mind you should always take the first couple weeks with your new puppy off, like if you have a new baby. You need to get into a schedule to keep them entertained.
I’ve got a McNab Collie. It’s one of the greatest dogs I’ve had. Incredibly intelligent and agile. High energy but settles down easily and is just happy lounging around on lazy days. Very little to no shedding. Very protective and not overly aggressive. No health problems.
I have had 2 Aussies and have a Border/Malamute mix now. Either of these breeds are an excellent choice . Remember though, both love their families and need to be included in activities such as camping trips, hikes, swimming in the lakes ,etc.
ummm well we got an Australian Shepard as our first dog and she is AMAZING. Learned quickly, is goofy, has good patience, and has high energy. We didn’t have that much trouble raising and training her. She LOVES children but doesn’t like other dogs very much. She didn’t/doesn’t play bite or get too crazy, but when she does she just runs around the house a couple times😂. The only problem was that she liked to follow us when we left the house, but the good thing is is that we live on a country road and my Grandma lives on our road so she just goes there. Idk if it was just our dog or.... I also feel like you sided on the Border Collie? You gave more facts about them and more positive ones. You didn’t give that many facts or many positive ones about Aussies.
Yeah i agree,my aussie is all of the characteristics of a border collies personality ! Aussies are definitely great dogs
Aussies are descendants of BCs so they’re going to have a lot of similarities anyway
Our BELLA is now 6 months old pure bred miniature Australian Shepard and she is an amazing dog, we just love her. She is intelligent, very energetic, loving and protective of her family but just gives a warning barks. She loves and needs exercise for a minimum of an hour a day and we play fetch and take long walks with her twice a day. She has many plush toys and balls to play with but she prefers to play fetch endlessly. Crate training is a necessity for sleeping and napping at her age. Bella loves her crate and now just goes in by it herself, it’s her house! We are blessed to have a dog.
We had 2 Australian Shepherds, brother & sister. Best dogs ever! These 2 breeds are related to one another. Very loyal & loving.
We've rescued 3 Aussies over the past 40 years. They have all been very different personalities, but amazing companions. We've loved them all and can't think of a better friend.
I have a border and would take 50 if them any day! Awesome boy!! I would love an Australian as well. Both of them are incredible animals!
Had a rescue border collie for 17yrs. She is the best dog I ever had.
we are so blessed we have one of each, only 2 weeks difference in ages, and both desexed males - absolutely amazing, loving boys.....
I have an australian shepherd and i love him so much. He's so smart.
My dad had an Australian shepherd as a boy and he said she was so expressive he thought she would talk to you. My neighbors had border collies who knew which person drove which car and would wait for my daughter to get home from work. Once we were all "present and accounted for" they could go to bed. This shows you what herders a border collie can be.
i have the best of both, and aussie shep border collie mix! almost 15 years old and still the sweetest and can run like the wind!
I have a border collie/ Australian Shepherd mix named Jack :) he's the best of both worlds and I love him so much!
I've owned both, love them both....I currently own a male tri color Australian Shepherd. I've got to say my Aussie is far more protective then either of my border collies were. My Aussie is currently training to compete in rally and agility....my borders were strictly trained to work livestock and were loyal family pets.
I have a nearly 10 month old Aussie. We live in a neighborhood with lots of dogs, many of whom are much larger than our boy; however, he is still very assertively dominant (especially in his own yard). He was fully potty trained within 13 days of getting him home and very quickly after that, we trained him to hit a bell when he needs to go out. He is VERY energetic and if he isn’t properly exercised, he WILL wake you up in the middle of the night; however, if you do get his energy out before bed, he will consistently sleep through the night. He is excellent with meeting strangers in public, but not so much in his own home because he is very territorial over the home. I also feel it is important to note that when meeting strangers, the approach of the stranger is KEY! If they are walking up to him at a normal pace, he is fine. If for instance you have him on a hiking/biking trail, someone approaching quickly on bicycle will trigger a defensive stance coupled with barking. He does NOT respond to training with food, only toys keep his attention/motivation high. His temperament is outstanding, he is always so cheerful and outgoing but listens exceptionally well!
These are helpful because lots of people get the breeds mixed up.
My husband and I’s first dog together is a boarder collie Australian Shepard mix. We got her from a rescue and she’s such an amazing dog. Very easy to train and bonded VERY closely with both of us.
That is awesome!
I had an Aussie for 13 years ,best dog I've ever had .
Love them both. Had a blue merle Aussi Shepard mix that showed up at my house as a puppy. Lived 15 yrs. Best, loving, smartest dog ever. Miss him terribly.
I never know that our dog outside is an australian sheperd. We thought it was fluffy labrador. Now I know why he is so clinggy and active. Thank you so much.
I have an Aussie Shepherd Border Collie mixed 3 year old. I won't have any other but this mix. The mix has less anxiety and need to be constantly "on". Totally trainable. No bad habits like shoe chewing or destructive behavior if in the home while I'm rehabing. I got her to stay in shape as I aged. Also because I'm 100% service connected with at least one major surgery a year for a while, with rehab. She is smart enough to know when I'm "down" and will be content with back yard Frizbee or brain puzzles and tricks until I can get back to the trails. The mix has patience, believe it or not. We hike 2-3 miles a day, and she attends doggy day care a few times a week for socializing and training. She gets training with new games at home weekly by me. Frizbee every morning while I make coffee and breakfast. I love my Panda Bear!
Watching this because I just got a border collie Australian Shepherd puppy!
Thank you for the information ☺️
Excellent video. I learned a lot, thank you
Happy you learned alot ;)
They are both amazing. I just like the lean look, stare, and that stark black on white look of my guy.
I’m a border collie man myself and the traditional colours 😁
I’ve had both, and I would love to have either again. My preference is an Aussie, but I’d never say no to a Border. Either would have a forever home with me.
I have a Border collie/Aussi mix and I call him a Bossy lol. He is a wonderful dog and charms everyone that he comes in contact with. I truly scored with him.
Great video. Although both breeds are outstanding, we've had many Aussies over the years and have found them to be a perfect family dog for us.
My boy is a border collie/ Ausie/ black gsd! He tends to take after the GSD. He’s big and his shape and frame are more of a GSD. He’s lovable and smart but a very good guard dog. He showed us his herding skills when our rooster escaped the coop. He herded him right to the porch where I was standing!!
I've got two Border Collies and a Sarplaninacs mix but I love Border Collies and never want any other dog! :)
I have two Australia Shepard's, both with papers. Brother and Sister, now about 13. They are they best dog I have ever had. Great watch dog and protector. Easy to train and well behaved. But they do have alot of energy and get into mischief if not given things to do, or places to run. Warning : they will raid your garden for tomatoes and cantaloupe, even pick figs and oranges off trees they can reach. Ask me how I know lol. They even get along with my cats, which change alot because I foster. The most loving dog I have ever had. Very well mannered. They do love people food.
I own a border collie and she's such a sweet dog/puppy. I love her/border colies
I own a border collie/Australian shepherd and she is the best of both breeds. I see she is very loyal to us but has hard time with some strangers mainly males. she does great when left alone for hours but we don't do it very often. she does love to play with other dogs and loves to play with her herding ball. She is the best companion dog and love how smart she is. dad is mainly alpha and she has me quite trained lol
Important traits for border collies (don't know about ozy ones) that were not mentioned: -They often have a self cleaning coat. They can be filthy with mud, but it doesn't matter. When they dry, it all sheds off. -They don't smell when wet. -They care more about praise than treats when it comes to training. Won't easily over-eat unless you feed it snacks all the time.
I've had both. Australian Shepherd, which I have now, seem less intence. My best dog ever was a mix of both of these dogs though.
My Tess's family also herded cattle as well as sheep. I'm glad my BC got to keep her tail-or that she had a tail. I've met Aussies who had tails. My red/white BC, Gypsy Rose Lee, had a right blue eye and a left brown eye. Some BCs also have merle coats too. Seems that most Aussies have flat ears. My BCs had straight (Little Bo Peep), flat back (JackBNimble), 1/2 pricked (Gypsy Rose Lee) and my Tess had her right ear up and her left ear sticking out.
This is so great.
I have two dogs an Australian shepherd and a boarder collie ranger and Luna are both amazing we live on a 100 acre farm and they both do a great job herding the sheep together. They are both extremely healthy and are very playful. They are amazing house dogs and are easy to train. Great dogs and we love both
Ranger and Luna seem to be very smart and hardworking dogs . They should to be healthy with all the amazing work they doing on the farm with the cattle’s .
How old is Ranger and Luna ?
@@lewisbradham9506 now days ranger the Australian shepherd 7 and works from time to time but he gets to rest more he’s kinda retired. Luna is now 4 and is teaching our newest addition bandit a 8 month old border collie.
Nice video. Good job.
We own one of each. Nala, our hyper intelligent, border collie mix (we are not 100% sure as she is a rescue) is super affectionate and has most of the traits of a border collie described in the video. Frisco, our purebred mini Australian shepherd is playful and very protective of his herd - Us! The video very accurately describes both our dogs - Thank you!
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I have a female border aussie I love her so she herds sheep goats and chickens and is also my service dog she is my second border collie x I love them soo
The best place to find a puppy is at a rescue, shelter or dog pound. Period.
Please suggest me which is good to me -.. I liked the Australian shepherd but I liked bordercolie too. As per looks the thing I disappointed is the Austrian shepherd has no tail so I decided to take bordercolie but here u said border collie will be friendly for strangers too..(this thing disappointed me) Why the bordercolie dont be as a guard???
Aussies are not dumb, but you are pitting them up against the Einsteins of the dog world.
ThiS WAS ON MY RECCOMENDED PAGE AND I LEGIT I BOTH OF THESE FOGS LOL
I just started a channel filming every puppy I meet and I see a lot of Australian Shepherd puppies in Amsterdam! They are very popular these days. I love the diversity in their looks and, more importantly, their curious and friendly character ❤
We have owned 2 Australian shepherds and sadly lost them both to cancer but great dogs
I have a male Australian Shepeherd (3 yr) & a female Border Collie (1 yr). They both learn quickly as said & both enjoy spending time w/ my husband and I. They both love swimming & fetching their distinct toys. The boy aussie also enjoys playing keep away. The girl collie cuddles more than the boy aussie. She is also more hyper than he maybe due to her younger age. Both great breeds!
That is awesome! Good to know :)
Very good video. Sounds like constant training to learn new tricks is required to be able to keep both breeds happy. I just retired so could devote lots of time but I have never trained a dog. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to learn to train a dog like this BEFORE I get one? Liked and subscribed.
I have both. But I only have one Aussie and five BCs. I live on a sheep farm in Texas and both breeds are excellent in all ways.
Wow sheep farm my australian shepherd dashound mix puppy would love to run on a sheep farm my dream one day nature is beautiful and what better way to enjoy. Texas that's where I live .have a awesome New year and stay safe.
I'm surprised he didn't mention that border collies tend to have a pointier nose where as the shepherds tend to have a rounder nose or muzzle however you wanna put it
Aussies come with pointed noses too. 😊
We have a mixed Australian Shepard Border Collie + Lab. Great pup.
we owned both, but in terms of MOST prefered breed between the two, i choose border collie 💜
I have an aussie and she is now 11 years old!! She is still so playful! she doesnt bite when she plays she runs around and shakes her butt when she is excited hahahha
Mine did that too. I had forgetten about that so thanks for the reminder! I have a border collie now. I love both breeds and each dog is different although I notice some of these characteristics seem correct.
@@dimarks444 Honestly both of these breeds are amazing!!
@@tonynapolitano4289 I agree!
they are very similar i like both species
I had a full blood tricolor Aussie, from working parents. She was awesome. Born a runt, but ended up nearly 70 lbs. Both parents were around 45-50 lbs, but Boo would have one per litter than grew up to be the larger size. I have also rescued a border/spaniel mix and a border/Spitz mix. The border/Spitz was difficult to train. Much more stubborn. All 3 lived to be 14-15 years old. Now, I have LGD, to protect my animals. A French Pyrenees/Great Pyrenees from working parents, and a lab/Great Pyrenees rescue.
I have a Border Collie - German shepherd mix. Most crazy energetic puppy i ever had. after about 14 months most loving dog I ever had.
I have that mix in my dog. Wonderful dog! Years ago I had a dog that was also that mix and he was wonderful too!
@@marytaus6648 Hi mary, my dog is going to be 3 on October 1st and it just keeps getting better. I get So much love from him. So i agree 100% with you.
these 2 breeds are my favorite, they both are a privilege & my dream dogs!!!!
I have an Australian shepherd boarder collie mix
He’s amazing
Me too Dorianne,me too! Exactly!
Ours is both of these, with Blue Heeler, and Hangin Tree Cowdog. Smart, friendly, intense/driven, playful, and unbelievable athletic. He's only 8 months, but he's going to be an amazing dog.
Both of my Aussies use to push the lever doors down with their paws and come in the bathroom on me, LOL!!! Both of them could play hide and seek with me...LOL.
Hello from Italy..I have 3 AUSSIES (2 females -8 and 7 years old- and 1 male 2 years old) we are in search&rescue with the Italian Red Cross, we do disc- dog having really good results and 1 female is into Obedience. They are lovely with children and people, one aspect of their character is barking...1 female is really into barking , she barks also when she wants to greet you coming back from work :o) they have a lot of energy and need also mental training. One of the difference I was able to see in these years is that a BC is very very intelligent and goes mad in doing things even if you do the same thing for hours, the Australian is willing to know but you have to be flexible in the way you train because they get bored if you repeat the same exercise thousands times when they've already learned. Expecially in Obedience training, for example you can work on distance control for 10 minutes and the BC will always be there as it was the first repetition..the Australian after 3/4 reps looks at you as to say "hey I know how to do this now let's do something else" , so you have to be very very open in the training sections if you're looking for the perfect excercise. I've always had dogs but I started to do real training with my firts Aussie Stella (the older one) and I think I'll go on with Aussie as long as I can menage to have dogs. I don't know in other countries but in Italy most of the BC are too much on "work" and tend to be not so sustainable in a normal life. An Australian can stay 1 entire day on the sofa with you....a BC will distroy the sofa after 3 hours of laziness.
my aunt's dog is a mixed between a border collie and australian shepard
Mine looks exactly like an Australian shepherd but she has a long fluffy tail and idk why
@@allisonarteaga5942 oh that's weird
We just had a mix of both and lost her this past year…in April at a few months over 16 years of age.
A fairly good description of personality differences came from an acquaintance who had both breeds. If you are out working stock - sheep, cattle, etc - and it's time to go home, the Border will say, "I'll stay with the sheep, see ya." The Aussie will say, "Great! What's for dinner?" while he hops in the truck. Aussie are not quite so intense.
Yeah true. The part about them being less intense
Aussies stop when they want to lol BC's chase a ball around as long as you'll throw it, and the aussie will just sit by your feet once they want to be done
I was in love with these breeds, but somehow I shifted towards malinois. And now I have a 2 year old rescue mali-girl 🥺❣️
That is also a great choice!!!!!
My 11 year old rescue Aussie mix is the best boy ever. I’ve had him since he was 3 months, great family dog. He is so affectionate, intelligent, and athletic. I’m thinking about getting a rescue Border Collie in the future. Definitely recommend getting a rescue if you can.
I love both but I have a BC who is just amazing. I love the little puppy biting its leg. My BC does that too!!!!
my aussie/border does too! lol
Nice summary of both breeds. I like the shot of the Aussie pushing the bathroom door open to be with its owner. I have fostered Aussies for years and when interviewing potential homes I always ask, “do you like to pee alone.” It’s partly a joke but pushes home the idea that these dogs are often very Velcro (tied to their owner). Your point about them being more dominate is an important one. I have seen people adopt an Aussie I have fostered and find it difficult to train as they are dominated by their dog. They can be very standoffish with strangers and that then makes their human wary of having them around people which is unintentionally communicated down the leash. All that said I have had many Aussies my own and fosters and love them. I have trained them in agility, hiked, had ball/frisbee obsessed ones. They are great dogs, but can be a handful for many people. My close friends have had Border Collies and they are just as amazing but are consistently easier to introduce to others outside the house. As you did in your summary, I can’t stress how important exercise and play with their humans is for both breeds.
I have had australian shepherd for over 20 years. I prefer them for our lifestyle. The Aussies are more of an all around kind of farm working dog. They can herd to help you out, but they are happy just helping you keep an eye on your place. They are also great vermin dogs. Will keep out or kill animals that do not belong on your place. But once introduced to new animals, they accept them. Which makes them great for discouraging predators. Also Aussies are happy doing what ever you do. They are fine being a porch dog, waiting for the next chore to do. Or lay on the porch while you sit on the porch. I like that the Aussies are reserved with strangers. Actually, they do not care for the attention from others. They may politely accept it, but could pretty much care less about strangers. I have only had 1 aussie out of 6 that enjoyed playing ball. The attitude was that if I threw something away, I must not want it. Lol But would merrily go get it, if I ask them too. Because they liked to make me happy. I tried taking one of mine through agility. He did it, but seem to look at me as if asking, “why am I doing this?”. I often would see him go to our van and wait, hoping we would go home. Once, when I was running the course with him,I looked around and he was gone. Then I saw him setting in the audience with my two young daughters. Lol
I have a border collie / Australian Shepherd / Flat-Coated Retriever mix... She is all black except for white on the tips of her paws and under her chin, and her eyes are a piercing pale blue... She is an absolute terrific dog, and she seems to have more border collie than anything... She will jump up on a table that is about 4 feet high... So much energy, I'm seriously thinking about enrolling her in agility classes... Did I mention she's an absolutely terrific dog? She is a total love bug... And I just adopted her from the shelter back in March! (She can also jump clear over my landlord's biggest dog... he's a Yellow Lab) I love my Haven!!
im getting a mini auggie (mini australian shepherd mixed with mini corgi) and i'm curious to know whether you think it will be harder to train tan a normal Australian shepherd
I have a black bi aussie and people at dog parks pretty much always mistake him for a border collie… except for aussie and border collie owners 🤣❤️❤️
I couldnt decide which breed to go with, so got 1 of each, but a toy australian to keep the border collie happy, 45lb border vs 20 lb Aussie, they have a blast together
I have been waiting for a KZheadr to say something about a border collie
You got one? :)
@@DogWorldHQ I do have a border collie it's a he and he's name is Zorro I got him July 28 he was born July 17 it was a blessing to have him in my world .!
A Border Collie is the smallest dog in the world I rather prefer a border collie then a husky Because Border Collies are used for hurting sheep and huskies are made for sleds in the cold and I think a border collie can learn how to sled you can teach a border collie to do anything it just takes time .And huskies it takes like probably a month to train.And border collies are more energetic than Huskies. And I know why people want a husky Because there beautiful There Eye's There fur color. And that's why people choose husky.
You got your dog when it was 11 days old?
I have an Australian and he’s so smart
I had a Border Collie who passed at 15 years old. She was incredibly smart, but did not like people or other dogs no matter the training or socialization. She could play fetch for hours. Well, she never returned the ball. She would run across the field, drop the ball, run to another corner of the field and watch the ball. She could stare at a bird on a pole for hours. She was the sweetest girl and is my heart dog. I now have an Australian Shepherd who I adore. She loves all people, but afraid of dogs that are bigger than her. Sometimes I wonder if there is anything going on in her head because she just stares at me with no expression (unlike my border collie who you knew exactly what she was thinking.) When playing fetch she will bring the ball back, often putting it right in my hand, or she will try to put it in the chuck it. She will climb on top of me to eat her bone or antler. But then will (and I know it's on purpose) drop it on the floor and look at me as if to say, "Well, are you going to pick it up?" They are both wonderful, energetic breeds and I would recommend either, if you are willing to invest your time, energy and love to them.
Our border collie is the same way. She is almost 2 now. She has been attacked twice by dogs so does not trust other dogs at all. No matter all the training classes we have enrolled her in. She loves people that we let into our Jim but does not trust anyone who comes up to our home without being invited. Get much a guard dog. EXCEPT our family away from family. They are mine and my husbands best friends and they have a lab. The lab is so patient with our border. If he gets too excited and scares her, she will show teeth to say she is not okay. (Again she has had such a hard time trusting other dogs) The lab immediately understands her and gives her the space she needs. What is so funny is that our border is a female and our friends dog is a male. She runs circles around him all day long and tires him out so much lol. When we play fetch with them both she has our friends lab bring the ball back because we always say she’s a lady and he’s being a gentlemen 😂. They are both such a blessing in our lives. Even though we have challenges with our border - she is the most smart, loyal, loving dog ever. She also does the thing where she will look in your eyes and cuddle you as close as she can simply because she loves you and wants to show you her love, devotion, and affection. She is a rescue and definitely one of the best commitments we have ever made!
If I had to pick out of the two I would pick Shepherd. But my heart belongs to the Rough Collies and the Standard Poodles.
I have had both breeds and to be honest, I could not tell the difference that you talked about. Both loving and faithful to us played with kids and both protective of us kids and home. Lived in the country. I have raised both breeds as an adult. Best dogs for large or small homes. My son has a tiny home and has a Rot and Australian Shepherd but his dogs get play time and long country walks too.
good video
My cats absolutely love her. She loves them, too. She will bark at them, when they are eating out of the food bowl she wants to eat out of. The cats ignore her barking. They all eat each others food. They are all sisters and brothers by different parents!
I've had both. My aussie lived to 14 years. I now have a border collie and she is my heart. BC is definitely a smarter dog. Both are energetic; Aussie I would probably say "hyper". But, I love them both!
The guard instinct is the biggest difference o have seen I have owned both currently I have a aussie for the kids and my piece of mind if they don't know you they will bark growl and if you keep coming they will punch you with their front feet or bite you so make sure you have a beware of dog sign unless I tell her you are ok. It's important to know they will try to trump the authority of one of the adults so obedience for the aussie is much more important in my opinion.
I have a mix of these two breeds… she’s the best♥️♥️🥰
Both are very good dog breeds. I have two Aussie Shepherd puppies and they are the best dogs in the world! I love them so much.
I have a mini aussie she was the runt of her litter and she's the absolute best!! Not a huge fan of kids, she tends to avoid them. But she's such a lovey and smart pup! And she's really great with both of my cats, snuggles and grooms them often. Lol she does not like to share her toys though. 🤣
We have a Aussie (not mini) and she doesn’t get along with other animals that well..she gets used to them after about 10 minutes with them. She seems scared of all the other dogs she meet, but they were all smaller than her. It took her a while to figure that out and then she gets really playful, but then the other dog gets scared of her😂 But she LOVES people, especially kids. She just wants to play with them every time she sees any of them.
@@armodillo7447 ha ha thats too funny that in the people/animal aspect our pups are total opposites!! 😂
I lost my dog over a year ago, I knew her as a Collie cross with some Australian in her, I was never that interested, I just loved her as my "Dolly the Collie", this video however rang so many bells for me. Right from the start she kept me on my toes. Not ever having a Collie type dog before I didn't realize what I had taken on, as a pup she was like a whirlwind! I took her to training classes for her first year and a half where I was well trained and she became the best friend I ever had by miles..From the video I could see she had so many characteristics of both, Border and Australian, physically and mentally. She learnt many tricks such as balancing ludicrous amounts of toys on her motionless head and gathering many many toys by name, which she would never tire of. I always had the feeling there was so so much spare capacity in her brain it was hard to think of things to keep her stimulated. I think what I am trying to say by writing this is a Collie type dog is a big but wonderful life commitment but they can be so rewarding. I still and always will miss her but she has left me with so many good memories!!
♥.♥ Just lovely!
Have a border collie now and had a Aussie absolutely he best dogs ever!!
Same here.
Great video. I'm looking for a Border Collie. When I was young I had a Border Collie. I'm 72 now and I'm looking for a good fishing and hiking partner.. I have a large back yard and I'm very active. The only problem I would have is spoiling him or her. I can't resist threir eyes.
I have an Aussie/Irish Setter mix and she is very smart, very vocal, standoffish to strangers, will not lick you, and very energetic even at 11 years old. She prefers my wife but tolerates others haha. She does like to play and run and chase. She is only 40 lbs and is a very sweet dog but will take down our 125 lb Lab/Mastiff mix to the ground in a second when he wants to play haha.