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Energy level |
★★★★★ | ★★✮✩✩ |
Exercise needs |
★★★★★ | ★★✩✩✩ |
Sizes |
Medium | Toy / Miniature / Medium / Standard / Extra Large |
Coat softness |
★★★✩✩ | ★★★★★ |
Shedding intensity |
★★★★✩ | ✩✩✩✩✩ |
Hypoallergenic coat |
No | Yes |
Purpose of the breed |
Sheep dog | Therapy and assistance dog |
Suitable for first time owners |
✩✩✩✩✩ | ★★★★★ |
Able to live with children |
★★✩✩✩ | ★★★★★ |
Able to live with other pets |
★✩✩✩✩ | ★★★★★ |
Openness to strangers |
★★✩✩✩ | ★★★★★ |
Tendency to bark |
★★★★★ | ★✩✩✩✩ |
Life expectancy |
10-14 Years | 12-15 Years |
Able to be a therapy dog |
★✩✩✩✩ | ★★★★★ |
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If you like Border Collie, You're going to love the Australian Cobberdog
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COAT:
If you like the coat of Border Collies, the Australian Cobberdog has an even softer coat which doesn't shed (like Border Collies do), is hypoallergenic and comes in black and white (as well as reds, creams, golds…). -
CHARACTER:
Border Collies have a more nervous temperament with a tendency to become obsessive. This is reflected in their tendency to bark excessively, their anxiety when it comes to playtime, and their heightened state of alert. The Australian Cobberdog is a dog that naturally trusts people, does not bark for no reason and has a calm temperament. -
ENERGY:
It is important to remember that Border Collies are sheep dogs, and the high energy levels sheep dogs are known for can be seen reflected in this breed. The Australian Cobberdog was designed to be an ideal therapy and assistance dog, with a calm nature. They are respectful towards people but also enjoy their alone time.
Families who already own an Australian Cobberdog are convinced
All the families who now own an Australian Cobberdog were in the same situation as you before they made their decision. Most had owned dogs before (50.3%) or had one around during childhood (29%) and were not familiar with the breed (73.5%). In fact, they were considering other breeds (70.2%) before settling on the Australian Cobberdog.Now that these families know what it is like to have an Australian Cobberdog at home, they confirm that, should they get another dog, it would be an Australian Cobberdog again (92%). When we ask them what they love most about their dog, most of them answer: "His character and his kindness" (84%). And most families (91%) confirm that he has lived up to the expectations they had of an Australian Cobberdog.
These are some of the figures we obtained from the surveys we ran among families with an Australian Cobberdog. But figures are cold and cannot be felt, so we invite you to come and visit us and feel what an Australian Cobberdog is really like. He will win you over.
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THE 7 DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE BORDER COLLIE AND THE AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG
DIFFERENCE NO.1: Energy level |
| BORDER COLLIE: The Border Collie can make a great dog, but only provided you are able to invest at least 3 hours per day in attending to their physical and mental stimulation needs. These dogs have a high energy level and need to be out and about doing things. If they are left unattended, they may let out their energy by wreaking havoc in their surroundings. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: The Australian Cobberdog is a dog with a very docile and affectionate temperament. They enjoy being around family and love to be petted. Although they like to play, they do not constantly need this kind of attention. Calm family time combined with the occassional playtime is enough to keep them happy. |
UNTERSCHIED 2: Family dog |
| BORDER COLLIE: Owing to their strong herding instinct, Border Collies are not very family-friendly dogs. Aside from their independence, they often need to be trained to live with children. Families with small children may find this dog unsuitable as a family pet, as their natural herding instinct causes them to follow anything and everything that moves and nip ankles. It is therefore not recommended that a Border Collie be around other pets either, for exactly the same reasons. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: Australian Cobberdogs love to be with their family. The thing these dogs treasure the most is having their family make plans with them and just simply being around them. They like spending time with children and will easily become best friends with any child that they encounter, since they prize themselves on making their humans laugh. These dogs tend to act like puppies by rolling over and asking to be petted on their belly. They generally get along well with other dogs and pets of other species, gladly befriending anyone. |
UNTERSCHIED 3: Coat and shedding |
| BORDER COLLIE: Border Collie constantly shed, meaning that they shed year round. Apart from the mess they make in the home and on clothing, this factor makes them an unsuitable breed for people with dog allergies. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: The Australian Cobberdog is hypoallergenic. Their coats do not moult, nor do they shed or produce dander, so the home is free from dirt and allergens. This breed does not have an undercoat, so the dogs do not give off a bad odour, even when wet. |
UNTERSCHIED 4: previous experience with dogs |
| BORDER COLLIE: Border Collies should ideally only be in the hands of a shepherd or professional who knows how to recognise the traits and behaviour of the breed and guide them in the right direction. Thanks to their ease of understanding, their willingness to learn and their loyalty, they are an easy to train breed. However, it is very easy for them to slip up and retain bad habits. It is important for anyone looking to own a Border Collie to have previous experience so that behavioural mistakes can be eliminated or avoided outright. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: The Australian Cobberdog is an ideal dog for people without any dog experience. What the Cobberdog wants most of all is acceptance of their family, meaning that they will try to quickly learn the tricks to getting their family's attention. They are very sensitive dogs which are instantly aware of any wrongdoings they may have done, and will try to avoid this behaviour as to not upset their humans. |
DIFERENCIA 5: Adjustment to apartment living |
| BORDER COLLIE: The Border Collie has a very high energy level, meaning it is not the most suitable breed for apartment life. They do not like to be left alone all day lying on the sofa or bed. Border Collies are active, hard-working dogs that thrive in the countryside. When kept in confinement, these dogs will soon become unhappy and engage in destructive behaviour. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: The Australian Cobberdog is a dog with level and a calm nature. These dogs do not require to be constantly active and enjoy spending quiet time with their owners. They do not shed, meaning they do not make a mess of floors. |
DIFERENCIA 6: therapy dog |
| BORDER COLLIE: Although Border Collies are amazing dogs to teach tricks to, which is an important factor when it comes to dog-assisted therapy, their sheepdog instinct to want to control their environment can end up being quite problematic, especially during therapy sessions with people with special needs who may react unexpectedly. These situations can be stressful for Border Collies and can lead to avoidance or marking. Therefore, this breed is not suitable for therapy. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: The Australian Cobberdog was designed to be the ideal therapy and assistance dog. Due to its hypoallergenic nature, even people with allergies can benefit from this therapy dog, since it does not shed allergens into the environment. It is a dog that continually looks you in the eye and has a gentle, cautious and respectful attitude. These dogs are very friendly in appearance given their resemblance to cuddly toys.and does not usually generate aversion. |
DIFERENCIA 7: Responsible breeding |
| BORDER COLLIE: There are many people who breed Border Collie with the sole aim of making a profit, with no concern for the dog's genetics or welfare. We advise that you please avoid such breeders. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: Here at our centre we have a a breeding programme that guarantees that none of our dogs will be abandoned and we always take care of the welfare and genetics of all of our dogs. On top of that, we do everything legally, with contracts and transparent communication with our clients. |
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