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Many cancers are curable by surgical removal, and some types are treatable with chemotherapy. Early detection is critical! Multidrug resistance is a genetic defect in a gene called MDR1. If your Border Collie has this mutation, it can affect the way his body processes different drugs, including substances commonly used to treat parasites, diarrhea, and even cancer. For years, veterinarians simply avoided using ivermectin in herding breeds, but now there is a DNA test that can specifically identify dogs who are at risk for side effects from certain medications.
Testing your pet early in life can prevent drug-related toxicity. This condition is called malignant hyperthermia— malignant, meaning deadly or dangerous, and hyperthermia, referring to overheating. DNA testing for a predisposition to hyperthermia is available, and carriers should be screened and identified before breeding. Border Collies are susceptible to a condition called patent ductus arteriosus, or PDA, in which a small vessel that carries blood between two parts of the heart does not close as it should shortly after birth.
This results in too much blood being carried to the lungs, causing fluid build-up and strain on the heart. Outward signs may be mild or severe, including coughing, fatigue during exercise, weight loss, shortness of breath, and weakness in the hind limbs. If your pal has this condition, we may recommend surgery to close the problematic vessel.
Your Border Collie is more likely than other dogs to have a liver disorder called portosystemic shunt PSS. Some of the blood supply that should go to the liver goes around it instead, depriving the liver of the blood flow it needs to grow and function properly. If your friend has PSS, his liver cannot remove toxins from his bloodstream effectively.
Surgery may be needed, but in some cases, we can treat with a special diet and medication. Cobalamin Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient necessary for life. A genetic defect, more likely in Border Collies than other dogs, disrupts the absorption of this nutrient in the intestines causing poor appetite, stunted growth, protein loss, and low red and white blood cell counts.
If your buddy is affected, cobalamin injections will be needed for the rest of his life. Luckily, this disease is rare. A relatively rare blood disorder called Pelger-Huet anomaly can occur in your Border Collie. If he is a carrier of the disease, his infection-fighting white blood cells will look abnormal under the microscope, but will operate normally. Puppies that inherit a copy of this abnormal gene from both parents, however, usually die before or shortly after birth.
Neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis, or NCL, is a progressive neurologic disease found in several breeds, including Border Collies. Clinical signs usually appear in younger dogs around one to three years of age. In the early stages, rear leg weakness and imbalance can occur. Symptoms may progress to weakness involving all four legs, and some dogs also lose vision.
There is currently no effective treatment for this disease, but a genetic test is available. Dogs carrying the mutation should not be used for breeding since it is readily passed to future generations. Not many things have as dramatic an impact on your dog's quality of life as the proper functioning of his eyes.
Unfortunately, Border Collies can inherit or develop a number of different eye conditions, some of which may cause blindness if not treated right away, and most of which can be extremely painful!
We will evaluate his eyes at every examination to look for any signs for concern. Much of what you can do to keep your dog happy and healthy is common sense, just like it is for people. Be sure to adhere to the schedule of examinations and vaccinations that we recommend for her.
Another very important step in caring for your pet is signing up for pet health insurance. There will certainly be medical tests and procedures she will need throughout her life and pet health insurance will help you cover those costs. Build her routine care into your schedule to help your Sheepdog live longer, stay healthier, and be happier during her lifetime. We cannot overemphasize the importance of a proper diet and exercise routine. Any abnormal symptom could be a sign of serious disease or it could just be a minor or temporary problem.
The important thing is to be able to tell when to seek veterinary help and how urgently. When do Rough Collies get their full coat? Rough Collies get their full coat by two years of age, or their third coat. Puppy coats are typically full and lush, but softer and shorter than adult coats. The first adult coat second coat will be a harsher texture than a puppy coat, but not the volume or length.
Even though collies are protective and good watchdogs, they are not aggressive. While any dog of any size, temperament or breed can become aggressive if trained or provoked, collies age generally not an aggressive breed. Their mellow and regal nature makes them a great family dog and loyal pet. Collies are intelligent, loyal, friendly, playful, loving and sensitive. And for these reasons and more they are the perfect dog for us! They are very clean dogs and normally do not have a doggie odor as some dogs do.
Finding a good breeder is the key to finding the right puppy. A good breeder will match you with the right puppy, and will without question have done all the health certifications necessary to screen out health problems as much as is possible. He or she is more interested in placing pups in the right homes than in making big bucks.
A good breeder can tell you about the history of the breed, explain why one puppy is considered pet quality while another is not, and discuss what health problems affect the breed and the steps she takes take to avoid those problems. They are the place to go if you want to find a Border with real-life working ability. If you are looking for a Border from show lines, find a breeder who is a member in good standing of the BCSA and who has agreed to abide by the terms of its code of ethics , which include screening all dogs being bred for genetic diseases, selling only with a written contract and guaranteeing a home for any dog they breed if the owner becomes unable to keep him.
Choose a breeder who is not only willing but insists on being a resource in helping you train and care for your new dog. Avoid breeders who only seem interested in how quickly they can unload a puppy on you and whether your credit card will go through.
Put at least as much effort into researching your puppy as you would into choosing a new car or expensive appliance. It will save you money in the long run.
Red flags include puppies always being available, multiple litters on the premises, having your choice of any puppy, and the ability to pay online with a credit card. Those things are convenient, but they are almost never associated with reputable breeders. Disreputable breeders and facilities that deal with puppy mills can be hard to distinguish from reliable operations. The cost of a Border Collie puppy varies depending on his place of origin, whether he is male or female, what titles his parents have, and whether he is best suited for the show ring, a working home or a pet home.
The puppy you buy should have been raised in a clean home environment, from parents with health clearances and conformation show and, ideally, herding titles to prove that they are good specimens of the breed. Puppies should be temperament tested, vetted, dewormed, and socialized to give them a healthy, confident start in life. Before you decide to buy a puppy, consider whether an adult Border Collie might better suit your needs and lifestyle.
Puppies are loads of fun, but they require a lot of time and effort before they grow up to become the dog of your dreams. An adult may already have some training and will probably be less active, destructive and demanding than a puppy. If you are interested in acquiring an older dog through breeders, ask them about purchasing a retired show dog or if they know of an adult dog who needs a new home. If you want to adopt a dog, read the advice below on how to do that.
There are many great options available if you want to adopt a dog from an animal shelter or breed rescue organization. Here is how to get started.
Sites like Petfinder. The site allows you to be very specific in your requests housetraining status, for example or very general all the Border Collies available on Petfinder across the country. Social media is another great way to find a dog.
Post on your Facebook page that you are looking for a specific breed so that your entire community can be your eyes and ears. Start talking with all the pet pros in your area about your desire for a Border Collie.
That includes vets, dog walkers, and groomers. When someone has to make the tough decision to give up a dog, that person will often ask her own trusted network for recommendations. Networking can help you find a dog that may be the perfect companion for your family. You can also search online for other Border Collie rescues in your area. Most people who love Border Collies love all Border Collies. The great thing about breed rescue groups is that they tend to be very upfront about any health conditions the dogs may have and are a valuable resource for advice.
They also often offer fostering opportunities so, with training, you could bring a Border Collie home with you to see what the experience is like. You now know the things to discuss with a breeder, but there are also questions you should discuss with shelter or rescue group staff or volunteers before you bring home a pup. These include:. Wherever you acquire your Border, make sure you have a good contract with the seller, shelter or rescue group that spells out responsibilities on both sides.
Petfinder offers an Adopters Bill of Rights that helps you understand what you can consider normal and appropriate when you get a dog from a shelter.
Puppy or adult, take your Border Collie to your veterinarian soon after adoption. Your veterinarian will be able to spot problems, and will work with you to set up a preventive regimen that will help you avoid many health issues. Bartonella is a type bacteria that can be transmitted to cats, dogs and humans from exposure to infected fleas and…. Want to give your pup yummy, low-calorie treats?
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