The Border Collie Pitbull mix is an interesting dog! It combines the American Pitbull Terrier and the Border Collie, which makes it a very energetic pup, that’s likely to get into quite a bit of trouble if they are not properly exercised. This is a mix that may come about by accident, but also by planning, and breeding two purebred pups together in order to create a unique mix.
The Border Collie Pitbull mix is often referred to as the Borderbull or the Border Pit. There are many breeders that breed the Border Pit, but you are also likely to find them at a shelter if you look long enough! We always encourage you to adopt before you shop. It’s likely that you can find a Border Pit at a local Pitbull rescue, or a Border Collie rescue.
The Borderbull is going to be very independent and can be challenging to train. Borderbulls have energy for days. If you plan to bring one into your home, make sure you have plenty of room for them to run. You’ll also need to have plenty of time to train them. These pups are becoming more popular as time goes on, so let’s jump in and get a good look at this amazing mix!
Weight25-50 pounds- Height15-16 inches
- Lifespan12-13 years
- ColorsWhite, Black, Brown, Brindle, Bi-Colored
Parent Breeds
To know more about the Borderbull, we really need to know more about the parent breeds. As with all mixed breed dogs, they can be a mixed bag when it comes to how they turn out. But in most cases, your pup will likely take more after one of their parent breeds than the other. Below we look more in-depth at both the Pitbull and the Border Collie.
Pitbull Terrier
The American Pitbull Terrier, unfortunately, has a pretty poor reputation as being an aggressive dog. They inherit this reputation from years of unscrupulous owners training them to dogfight while neglecting and outright abusing them. Pitbulls, later on, became popular for ranchers to use them around the ranch to keep pests at bay. They were also used during World War II for many different reasons and are often affectionately called the “nanny dog.”
There are actually four different types of dogs that fall into the category of the “American Pitbull Terrier.” The breed itself is not recognized by the AKC, which only recognizes the Staffordshire Terrier. The Pitbull Terrier is definitely an active dog and requires plenty of exercise in their own right so that they don’t become destructive. They enjoy their time with their family, and it’s quite common that they become lapdogs as they grow older and start to slow down.
Border Collie
The Border Collie originates from Scotland and is a herding dog. Many people actually refer to the Border Collie as the “king of herding dogs.” This pup is VERY active, especially in the first few years of its life. They need a job to do, so it’s always recommended that you have a big yard if you plan to adopt them, and plenty of room to let them run around.
The Border Collie is one of the most intelligent dogs alive. They can train agility, and don’t often require more than a few repetitions of a certain task before they have it completely mastered. These pups are great with kids and do fine in multi-pet households. It’s advised that you obedience train them early though, as they will nip at the heels of your children due to their natural instinct if it’s not corrected early on. As a parent breed, the Border Collie is a common mix due to its laid-back attitude and friendly nature.
Border Pit
The Border Pit is an extremely energetic mix, that will generally inherit the energy of both parents, with the loyalty of the Pitbull. Because of their energy, training them properly at an early age is recommended. The Border Pit is a relatively well-balanced dog outside of their energy levels and will go above and beyond to please their masters. They are extremely healthy and usually will be a low-cost dog for most owners.
Temperament
The Border Collie Pitbull mix is an extremely social dog! This pup will need to be with its owners as much as possible. Border Collies and Pitbulls are both known to suffer from separation anxiety, so it’s not recommended that these pups are left alone for long periods of time. Border Pits love to snuggle and will make an excellent couch companion.
This pup has the physical tenacity of the Pitbull with the energy of both parents, so having some dog toys around to keep your pup mentally stimulated is important. This mix will almost always be up for a game of fetch. While it’s not required to have a large yard to own them, it’s recommended purely because of their energy output.
Size & Appearance
The Border Collie Pitbull mix will be a medium-sized dog breed. They will typically not get larger than 50 pounds, and will not get much taller than about 15 to 16 inches at the shoulder. They are small and muscular, and that’s typical because of the activity level of the breed.
The 25 to 50 pounds they carry will be very solid, and if they take after their Pitbull parent, they may look slightly intimidating to people that don’t know what breed they are. This mix will likely look like a nice blend of both breeds and a very good-looking one at that!
Coat & Colors
The Border Pit can be a wide variety of different colors. Depending on if they inherit their Pitbull genes, they can have a blue or a coppery red coat. They can also be brindle, merle, white, black, or just about any other shade of color in between.
Border Pits will likely not have fluffy hair like their Border Collie parent, nor will they have the short hair of their Pitbull parent. They will likely be somewhere in between, and will not shed as much as Border Collies do.
Exercise & Living Conditions
Border Pits are HIGHLY active dogs! You will want to carve out at least one full hour per day so that you can walk your dog. We recommend taking them to the park or taking part in other outdoor activities. If you cannot do that, you should have a larger yard. You want to have the ability to go outside and throw the ball, play tug of war, or interact with your dog in other ways to help burn off the energy.
These dogs will turn to destruction if they are not properly exercised on a daily basis. We recommend finding the strongest dog toys you can so that they can withstand the abuse your Border Pit may throw at them. While they can live in an apartment, we don’t recommend that unless you can exercise your dog for the time commitment we’ve mentioned every day.
Training
Start obedience training early with the Border Pit. This breed loves and wants instruction. They are highly trainable and can do almost equally as well as their Purebred Border Collie parent when it comes to agility and basic obedience training.
They will also be very receptive to learning tricks. Borderbulls will likely need a bribe though, so you’ll want to leverage treats to keep their attention. Border Pits will respond well to being trained with fruits and veggies like Pineapple chunks or cooked Zucchini in order to keep them motivated.
Health
The Border Collie Pitbull mix is an extremely healthy breed. The mix of the two parent breeds together all but alleviates almost all of the health issues that both parent breeds bring to the table.
The life expectancy of the Border Pit can stretch all the way out to 12 or more years if they are fed nutritional food from the time they are young. Depending on which parent breed your pup takes after will determine their size. The most common health ailment your Border Pit will experience is hip Dysplasia.
Nutrition
Food type will depend on which parent your pup takes after. If your pup is slightly larger, we will recommend you stick them on a Kibble more suited for Pitbulls, whereas if your pup is on the smaller side, there are dry kibbles formulated for Border Collies.
We recommend feeding your pup some whole foods like Sweet Potatoes in addition to dry kibbles, just to make sure that they will have additional vitamins and antioxidants. The Border Pit shouldn’t get much larger than 50 pounds, so they will eat roughly 2 to 2.5 cups of food per day.
Grooming
The Border Collie Pitbull mix is a shedder! While they may not shed as much as their Border Collie parent, they are still a double-coated breed and will shed regularly, and blow their coat twice a year. Because of this, you’ll need to be prepared to groom and de-shed them regularly. Because their Pitbull parent is known to have sensitive skin, we recommend bathing them with shampoo that’s formulated for sensitive-skinned dogs.
Puppies
You can expect to pay about $700 and up for a Border Collie Pitbull mix. If you, however, are able to find them at a rescue, you can find them for a much lower cost! We’d recommend that you avoid backyard breeders, who sometimes practice unscrupulous breeding practices including generations of inbreeding. Always look for a breeder that’s been breeding Border Pits for at least a couple of generations.
Breeders
If you adopt from a reputable breeder, they should have papers for at least their Border Collie parent. Since Pitbull Terriers aren’t an AKC registered breed, you won’t have papers from their Pitbull Parent. You might have them if it’s from the Staffordshire Terrier class of Bull Terrier Breed. Ask to see health certifications if possible from both parent breeds to ensure that you’ll have a healthy pup.
Rescues & Shelters
If you are struggling to find a Border Collie Pitbull mix, we always recommend checking local shelters and rescues. You can likely find a Border Pit for a reduced cost than compared to a breeder if you are willing to put in a little extra work. Most rescues and no-kill shelters will adopt dogs out for less than $500. We’d recommend looking at local rescues that specialize in the Pitbull and Border Collie breeds.
As Family Pets
The Border Pit can make a fantastic family pet. We always recommend proper introductions to a multi-pet household before you adopt. If you are bringing home a puppy, it’s generally going to be easier to get them to adapt to your home. This is simply because you can train the behavior you want from a very early age. The Border Pit is generally going to be good with strangers once they’ve’ been accepted by their family.
Final Thoughts
There are many different mixes that will do just fine as family pets. But the Border Pit can make a GREAT companion, especially if you have lots of space and room to roam. This pup will live a very long time, is healthy, and will likely be one of the lowest-cost dogs you’ll own. Yes, you’ll need to keep up with the grooming and taking care of the shedding. But if you can handle the maintenance, you’ll likely have a dog that might turn out to be the best friend you’ve ever had!
Steve Haston
June 7, 2023 at 2:24 pm
I speak as someone who "accidentally" adopted a border/pit. She was with us for just over 12 years. We found her at the shelter at 6 months of age. She had been returned 3 times due to energy levels. She could standing jump over 6 feet. Wre had hearding dogs and sport dogs.
One of the best dogs we have ever owned! Took 3 years to fully install the "off switch". She could run 25 mph for an hour, swim for an hour, work cows and goats for several more, rest for 20 minutes and play Frisbee and ball for 2 hours and never get exhausted. Flat out worked and out ran every border collie and ausie we had.
Healthy as you can ask for. Only expensive vet trip was the day we found out she had aggressive lung cancer. High energy until 2 days before we had to put her down.
Twice as strong as any of our dogs her size.
Not as smart as the BC's or Ausies, but would stick with training or a puzzle longer. And enjoyed it more.
Not as bull headed or strong as our pit bull, but just as loyal!
I am searching for others, as our last 2 dogs are approaching the end.
If I had my way, I would never own another breed!
misty hebert
April 27, 2023 at 7:55 am
I had a Yorkie terrier puppy she was 4 months old she went to work with my husband one day and he didn't see her and accidently ran over her so my friend brought me a new puppy yesterday he is a mix breed his mom is pit and his dad is border collie and he is black and white his mother is black and white he is 5 in a half weeks old I need help with a name for him he is a very healthy puppy and he has a big head
Lorraine
March 29, 2023 at 6:30 pm
Very informative in the positive. We were grandparents who became fur baby parents. It has been stressful at times but she is an absolute love.
Brandy sharp
December 6, 2022 at 4:43 pm
Are border bull,s good with cats?
Jackson shinn
December 14, 2022 at 11:47 am
My border pit mix is great with my 4 cats. It took about two days for the cats to get used to her but once they realized they have to coexist, they get along just fine.
Daniel Roys
October 28, 2022 at 8:07 am
MILO MY BORDER PIT IS A HANDFULL BUT WOUDNT TRADE IM FOR THE WORld he, LOVES US, KIDS, CATS, my rabbits AND OUR TURTTLE HES AMAZING AND VERY VERY ACTIVE HYPER AND HATES TO BE OUTSIDE ALONE!!!! HE deffiently fits the social anxiety !!!!:never wants to be alone!!! Learns quick sit lay stay shake hi five speak ask ECT knows everything u say when u talk to him he sits straight looks at u in eyes and moves head side to side when talking to him!!!! He's amazing best breed of dog I've ever owned and I'm beyond greatful to Call him my best friend Milo. (melon)!!!!
Art
October 25, 2022 at 12:09 am
My boys name is Bear he is 13 months old smart was easy to train talk to him like he was a person and he seem to understand I do have 1 problem that I can't break him of he very needy and likes to keep your hand in his mouth sometimes he will NIP but usually wants to hold ur hand so u don't leave him behind any help to break him of this would be awesome
Shirl
September 26, 2022 at 8:37 am
Mine is very sweet but very protective of me .She doesn't tear up in house but in car if she sees another animal she tries tear up doors tries to get out of car to other animals..I love her so much she's brendle.
Michael Thomas James
September 12, 2022 at 11:51 pm
This article is spot on. I live on 1.65 acres in the forest of northern California at 3,100 foot elevation. Plenty of room for her to run. My girl, Gretchen or "Gretch" is now 10 years old. As a puppy it seemed like she had more energy than the sun. She was NEVER not by my side for the first year of her life. If I had to drive somewhere she was in my lap, then in the shopping cart with our carpet remnant under her paws. People have a hard time believing how intelligent she is. At 6 months old she knew the difference between, "Get your rope", "Get your ball", and "Get a toy". She would get what you asked for. Hand to God !!!. VERY SMART. She loves to play and loves to please dad. My absolute best friend. I've never had health issues with her. Keep up on her shots, and as the article said, keep up with her grooming because she sheds. My furniture and floor arent the cleanest, but I'll take the trade any day. She's loved and she shows love.
Nick
August 21, 2022 at 2:34 am
We have a Borderbull and he is an amazing dog, but a change in living conditions has forced us to look into rehoming him. I am located in SLC, Utah.
Bernadette
August 12, 2022 at 9:27 pm
Our little man borderpit Zeb just turned 2 we got him when he was 8wks and he was house broke by 16 was we have never Had any problems with him staying home by himself or Chewing on anything other than his toys
He was a little nippy for a while but he stoped around 9 mo.
he loves to go to doggy daycare 1or 2 times a week and play .and go for long rides in the car
My husband is disabled and he stays with him
all day long and plays in the back yard
I have always had pits , so the border collie mix was a little different but he’s a very good boy
Thank you for your Article
Lucia
July 28, 2022 at 11:34 am
We just adopted a 4 month old Pit mix from the rescue. We couldn't figure out what kind of mix she was until I found a picture of a Border Collie and added 2 and 2 together. I can now see where she gets all the energy. She can't stay still. We love her already but she does need tons of attention.
heather and rudy
July 15, 2022 at 5:06 pm
i have a borderpit his name is rudy and he is 9yrs old i love him and he has been the best friend i could ever asked for . he was an easy puppy to have, wasnt any trouble at all he was very eager to want to please me so teaching him was nothing at all super smart and very loyal loving friend . i hope he lives longer than they say their life expectancy is ? he has been my greatest joy and experience ive ever had . thank you rudy for being my best friend and loving me .
Jacob
May 10, 2022 at 4:07 am
My boy Charlie is 11 this year and has literally saved my life on multiple occasions. Seems to have a broader head and shoulders and a little taller than most. He loves people but not other dogs except for our jack russel he grew up with due to being attacked multiple times by golden retrievers as a puppy (yes i lost it and had it out with the owners) he keeps his distance from other dogs at all times except the 3 occasions I was attacked by other dogs. He pinned those dogs down round the neck, without drawing blood and stopped them from doing further damage to me (I had a tonic clonic seizure and passed out on all 3 of those incidents) the owners of the dogs involved in these incidents were all in disbelief at what their dogs had tried to do to me and the love and loyalty shown by Charlie 💚
Diane K Cook
May 9, 2022 at 1:40 pm
We just adopted a 2 month old border pit from our local shelter, $100! He is absolutely wonderful! Crazy energy and likes to nip,,, but he's learning quickly the word no. He's also puck up, sit although still random compliance...still a baby. We adore hi. And he adores all of us. (Ages 7, 13, 44 62 67)
laura difrancesco
April 11, 2022 at 5:52 pm
I am looking for a breeder who has successfully been breeding the smooth border collie w pits. I am definitely interested in a pup so feel free to contact me.
Ryan Mcguire
March 16, 2022 at 3:49 am
My Borderbull is 4 now and very energetic and extremely loving. You hit this article right on all points!
Eric
February 22, 2022 at 8:21 am
My border bull was being used as a bait dog.
He is friendly enough but if he plays with other dogs it can turn. Nasty
We don’t go to dog parks and i keep him from other dogs etc.
I also found out that he has a thing for going after large livestock.
I use a Dogtra 1900S to curtail poor behaviors with wonderful results.
If your pup gets into a fight the Dogtra is powerful enough to put him into the dirt and keep him there provided you have it charged. Make sure the unit you get is serviceable.
I have no problems with my dog and kids but I’m careful.
My pup enjoys herding my friends youngster.
I got a hard nip from my pup when he was a youngster one time when he wanted to see what I would do. I pinned him to the ground and dominated him. He never did that twice.
My pup wants to be the alpha dog but he knows his place. He’s five now I got him he’ll when he was a pup barely into his adult teeth.
What a firecracker.
Bite
February 19, 2022 at 10:10 pm
Vicious border pit just attacked and nearly killed my lab. Tore up a few hands too.
Shannon Vaught
December 8, 2021 at 11:52 pm
I have a border bull she's about she's about 5,months old I cannot get her to quit biting. any suggestions?
Linda Brock
September 19, 2022 at 10:35 am
Have you tried giving her a chew toy immediately when she attemps to bite. Also a stern NO will help.
Eric
October 27, 2022 at 12:24 am
(This might sound a little out there but it works) .. bite their ear if you don’t feel comfortable with that try a mussel only after the bite and no longer then 5 minutes and talk to her like you would a person they are very smart and I honestly believe they fully understand you
Jill Fireman
November 16, 2021 at 11:49 am
Hello
I have a border pit mix and he is around 1 1/2 years old. He is smart, loving and loves to snuggle. I have a daughter and think he is not the right fit for our family. Do you recommend anyone who is looking for this breed to adopt?
Thank you
Kelly Mayer
November 15, 2021 at 4:20 pm
I have a 12 week old female border pit named scout and she has quickly become my best friend. She is black and white with a smooth coat and sheds but not in excess. She is the ideal dog. She was formally a stray and is so willing to please and easy to train, she was potty trained in 4 days. She does have strong attachment issues and cries when I leave her side. She is very energetic sporadically but I got lucky as she loves to nap and cuddle. I live in an apartment and exercise her for twenty minutes every two hours. SHE HAS A STRONG JAW, BUY STRONG CHEW TOYS. If she does not have frequent access to toys her go too is wooden furniture legs and cords, which she chews through in about two minutes. She also loves water and recently jumped into a pool in 40 degree weather. I recommend this breed strongly as a cuddler and a player.
Emmett McCarthy
November 12, 2021 at 10:23 pm
That was an excellent write up. All the relevant information without the "Fluff". One thing that was not covered is if a previous Owner did not raise the dog partially well up to 18 months. How do you break the bad issues of this type mix?
Thank you again for an excellent article on the mix, it was extremely helpful! Emmett
Heather Wilhelm
October 28, 2021 at 4:30 pm
Hi...I'm having a hard time determining if my girl. Hail (found her in the middle of the street in a hail storm) is Border/pit or Border/Catahoula. both look so much like her, she is everything in both descriptions. A receptionist at my vet's office said she has the Border/Catahoula and she looks a lot like hers, but seeing the pics of the border/Pit I'm not so sure now. Is there a way to tell without having the expense of a DNA test? thx for any help.
Michelle Schenker
November 1, 2021 at 12:21 pm
The only other thought would be to talk to your vet or a local animal behaviorist to see if they have any expert tips on these breeds. You might also see if there is a local breeder of any of these dogs who would also know them well. But, the only way to truly know would be to perform a DNA test.
Deb Synco
September 19, 2021 at 9:09 am
I have a beautiful boy. I took him away from an extremely abusive man. He’s been neutered and has all shots. He’s so loving, however he needs way more than I can give. I’m disabled. He needs a forever home, desperately. I need help to ensure he gets what is best for him. Any suggestions would be so appreciated.
Apiffany Gaither Billings
September 19, 2021 at 10:10 pm
Thank you for saving him! You can reach out to local rescues in your area for help with rehoming him if needed. Good luck!
Kourtney Evans
August 23, 2021 at 9:33 am
My long time friend Tuff is 11 years old. He’s a great dog, very loyal, friendly, and full of energy, everyone thinks he’s still a puppy. He doesn’t do so well with other dogs, but we recently adopted a chiweenie puppy and he loves his little brother already. It was a very pleasant surprise. He was my husbands boy first for 4 years, but he’s definitely ours now! He’s been the best dog I could ask for. We hope to get many more years with him!
Kelly Wilson
August 23, 2021 at 2:35 pm
Thanks for the comment Kourtney, sounds like a great pup!
Michael
August 23, 2021 at 12:26 am
Every word of this article is spot on. I've had my Borderbull for 9 years and she's the smartest, most loving best friend I've ever had. We live in the forest of northern California on 1.7 acres, so she grew up having free run of our forest land. She loves going fishing with me and has a stash of toys inside and outside. She was a handful as a pup. More energy than the sun, but she has always been obedient and wanting to please me. Now in her adult years she's slowed down considerably. At 9 years old she still loves to play fetch in the yard with sticks and her balls, but she cant do it all day anymore. That makes me a happy dad HAHA.
Kelly Wilson
August 23, 2021 at 2:34 pm
Glad you found the article helpful, Michael! Thanks for the comment, and good luck!
Peggy Crane
July 7, 2021 at 11:17 am
My Bella Noche, is now 11 years old. I rescued her at 5 wks old. She was fixed at 1st heat, shots all current, best dog food I could buy, which is made for her breed. She has never been a problem. She's absolutely brilliant and smart. She very much loves all-day playtime.
I put her 1st in my life because I promised her the best life I could give her. She's now showing signs of hip problems badly. What can I do to help her? She's my girl and she has gray in both eyes now.
Kelly Wilson
July 8, 2021 at 6:08 pm
Hi Peggy! Thanks for stopping by to share your story. As our dogs age, naturally, their bones and joints start to give them problems. One of our pups has issues already and she's only four years old (she's a big dog). For your pup, make sure her senior age-appropriate food has enough glucosamine and chondroitin. You can also give her Cosequin or other joint supplements for hip and joint health, which should help alleviate some of the pain. Good luck to you, and thanks for sharing about your pup!
Joe
June 21, 2021 at 9:13 pm
Thank you for helping me finally identify me dog. Your description fits him too a tee. He is 13 and still has the energy of a young dog. Very loyal and very happy.
Kelly Wilson
June 21, 2021 at 9:23 pm
Glad you found the article useful, Joe! Thanks for commenting!
Esther
June 19, 2021 at 6:55 pm
Hello, I have a black and white border pit. He is the best his name is Doug. I got him at about three weeks from a farmer that didn’t want him on his property any longer. Not sure what happened to his mom. I bottle feed him and he had some tummy issues so had to burp him just like a baby.
Needless to say, he is my baby lol. In his younger days, he was very active but super smart. He is now 12 years old and gray and white with a little black left. Still active for about 15 minutes at a time but in good health. He's the best pup I have ever had is great with my grandchildren 9 and 5. A very loving sweet boy. I love him with all my heart.
Kelly Wilson
June 21, 2021 at 5:53 pm
Sounds like you have a great dog, Esther! Thank you for stopping by to share and comment about your experience with your pup!
Kasia Morris
June 16, 2021 at 3:25 am
My last doggie who sadly died tragically from an unexpected disease at the age of eight years before his final illness he did not have a single day of illness in his life could be described as Border Collie Pit mix. His mum was an English Staffie Border Collie mix, his dad a three-way American Pit, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Lab mix.
He had the cleverness of a Collie, the affectionate nature of a Staffie with people, and the ease of playing with other dogs of a Lab. Of course in Britain dogs are allowed off the lead in most parks and we went on long off-leash hikes every day.
I don't think he would have been such a dream dog without these hours-long walks with a lot of games of fetch, using logs and benches as agility, and some nose work. Not a dog to do with a half an hour stroll around the block.
Kelly Wilson
June 17, 2021 at 10:42 pm
Sounds like an amazing dog, Kasia! Thanks for commenting!
Dennis Nowack
June 10, 2021 at 3:31 am
Excellent article. I am a new owner of a 5 1/2 y/o girl that is beyond loveable but extrmely territorial at the same time. Thank you for taking the time to compose!
Kelly Wilson
June 10, 2021 at 5:56 pm
Glad you found it useful, Dennis! Thank you for stopping by to comment!
Ryley
June 1, 2021 at 11:17 am
My red merle colored border pit is almost a year old (@borderpit.stella on Instagram for pictures) and she’s my first dog (I’m 21). She’s definitely inherited most of her qualities from her border collie parent. We go on lots of walks with no leash so she may go at her own pace (usually running full speed) and always comes back to make sure we’re still following her. This article describes her almost perfectly! She is most definitely a beautiful mix!
Kelly Wilson
June 1, 2021 at 7:35 pm
Hi Ryley! Sounds like a great pup! Thanks for stopping by to share and comment!
Kimberly Banks
March 11, 2021 at 7:04 pm
I’ve got a 3-year-old mutt, “Rover”, for which I paid an individual $50. A rehoming fee, she had a brand new baby, and not enough time or energy left for a puppy. He’s very goofy, & I’ve always wondered which breeds are combined in him. He almost perfectly matches your description and the pics of the BorderBull.
But, I’m thinking there’s a bit of Basenji, mixed in there too?? Every time he gets happy-excited, over anything, he wails out with a high-pitched, whiny, chortling laugh. We’ve had Basenjis in the past, and this pup sounds like a Basenji that’s been possessed by a Hyena! LOL!
Kelly Wilson
March 12, 2021 at 6:09 pm
Sounds like an amazing dog Kimberly! Could have a little Basenji in there for sure! Maybe it's time for a doggy DNA test? Thanks for stopping by to share!
Kim
February 13, 2021 at 9:08 am
I have an old Catahoula girl. I am waiting for my Pit Collie to be ready for me to take him home. I am so excited. My hope is that my old girl (still full of energy, although deaf) will help teach the new pup. At 13 years with a grey face, she still has an incredible amount of energy. I think a puppy would be a good fit.
Abby has a sister-cat, who was my original pet before I adopted her. A year later and they are best friends (kinda LOL). I think this is a good time to get the Pit Collie pup. Abby is old, but I really hope that the pup learns her manners.
Kelly Wilson
February 13, 2021 at 2:27 pm
Hi Kim! Yes, you'll need to give them time to get adjusted. We've owned an old dog that we introduced to a young puppy. They were both females, which made things harder. You have two dogs of different genders, and that usually works out much better, especially when there's an age difference.
We ended up adding a male dog to keep our female puppy busy, and that took some of the "play" pressure off our older female. Once we had all three, they were a bonded pack and did very well together. Good luck with your new pup!
Kathy W
February 3, 2021 at 5:40 am
I have a 7-year-old Borderpit. I adopted her when she was a year and a half. This article describes her nearly to a T. She's pretty lazy now and doesn't have the high energy. She will make you love her whether you intend to or not. She's also amazing with our 2-year-old granddaughter we are raising. I'd recommend this breed to anyone.
Kelly Wilson
February 3, 2021 at 3:19 pm
Hi Kathy! Thanks for stopping by to share your experience with your pup! Our readers will appreciate it when doing their own research!
Sarah Gilliss
January 28, 2021 at 5:58 am
This sounds like this could be my beloved Shasta. I adopted Shasta from the pound. She was 5 months old when I got her, and I was told that I was her 4th owner! "Well," I said, "she's not going to have a 5th!" and I brought her home.
She's now 8 months old, and training to be my new seizure and anxiety response service dog. She's already alerted me to 2 seizures and multiple anxiety attacks!
Kelly Wilson
January 29, 2021 at 4:34 am
Sounds like a great dog Sarah! Glad you've got a pup that can have a service job as well. Thanks for stopping by to comment!
Nichole McDonald
January 15, 2021 at 3:03 pm
My family is currently fostering a “terrier mix” and this article explains him perfectly! I’ll have to let the rescue agency know so they can update his breed information. Thank you.
Kelly Wilson
January 16, 2021 at 9:35 pm
Sounds good Nichole! Thanks for stopping by to comment!
Natacha Montanez
December 29, 2020 at 8:50 am
Just inherited my family dog, Blue a border bull, the nipping now makes sense! Thanks for all the useful tips!!!
Kelly Wilson
December 29, 2020 at 10:14 pm
Thanks for the comment Natacha! Yes, that's quite common with this mix. Good luck with your new pup!
Nate
December 28, 2020 at 2:22 am
I had a border collie that had unexpected puppies. The one Pepper was a blue-nosed pit mixed with her. The rest looked very much Saint Bernard. I am very happy to have him he is is very well mannered and extremely loyal. Having him since day one helped I'm sure. So far he is 4 months old and about 25 pounds. Best dog I've ever had!
Kelly Wilson
December 28, 2020 at 4:33 pm
Sounds like a great pup Nate! Appreciate you stopping by to share your experience!
Bonnie
December 13, 2020 at 1:56 pm
I had one that only lasted for 4 years, and in year 3 he started having seizures. He stabilized that first year but succumbed to it the following. I adopted him from a rescue. He was the best dog I ever had, he was trained at 9 weeks, only reactive when crashed into by other dogs but otherwise bomb-proof.
Kelly Wilson
December 13, 2020 at 6:00 pm
Sounds like a fantastic dog Bonnie, and happy you had at least 4 good years with your pup. Wishing you the best, and thanks for stopping by to comment!
Shelley Taylor
December 8, 2020 at 3:46 pm
We just got our Border Pit and she is so smart! She is the cutest and loves cuddles. Training her so far has been a breeze she seems to pick up on things very quickly. Definitely loves her toys!
Kelly Wilson
December 11, 2020 at 1:45 am
Sounds like an amazing pup Shelley! This mix is notorious for loving their toys! Thanks for commenting!
David Everitt
November 27, 2020 at 3:24 am
Not exactly sure of the mix of our 1 1/2 yr old (described as “lab mix” by rescue), but she does seem to fit the look/description of a border pit. Great dog! Definitely recommend. Don’t waste your money on a bed. She destroyed 3 so now we have some folded blankets on floor as a bed and she’s fine with it. Don’t buy cheap toys as article says. They’ll be shredded. Great with kids and visitors. We love her!
Kelly Wilson
November 27, 2020 at 3:21 pm
Thanks for the comment, David! Sounds like an amazing pup!
Crystal Farquer
November 26, 2020 at 1:52 am
I have a Pitcollie. I like calling her that sounds more girly. She is almost a year old. She was born on January 19th and we got her at 4 weeks old. Our friend's Border Collie had 7 puppies and they had to get rid of them as soon as possible.
She is taking after her father, the full-blooded pit parent as she is over 60 lbs already. She is beautiful and once the runt of the bunch. She's now bigger than all her brothers and sisters. She's mommy's girl I love her I'm 42 and she is the first dog I've ever owned. Thank you for the articles, it helps a lot.
Kelly Wilson
November 26, 2020 at 1:59 pm
Thanks for the comment Crystal! Sounds like you have an amazing pup! Good luck!
John Ciafardini
November 25, 2020 at 1:20 am
I have a 5-month-old BorderPit. He is a great dog. I was lucky to get him. He is very smart and he is very energetic. I can put my things down and tell him to watch it. He will lay there and guard it until I give the command to stop.
Kelly Wilson
November 25, 2020 at 11:18 pm
Sounds like a great dog John! Glad you've adopted a winner!
Angela Smalley
November 14, 2020 at 12:49 am
I have a 4.5 month old Borderpit who is my first dog. He is smart & very big already. This article helped me alot.
Kelly Wilson
November 14, 2020 at 4:53 pm
Glad it helped Angela, good luck with your pup!