Independent
Happy
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Tenacious
Quiet

Affectionate
Attentive
Refined
Loyal
Aloof
Fierce
Rugged

Border Collie Bernards are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Azawakhs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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A Border Collie Bernard can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Azawakh can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Border Collie Bernards are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Azawakhs may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

Border Collie Bernards typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Azawakh breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Entropion
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Epilepsy
Bloat
Wobbler's Syndrome

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Sensitive to Anesthesia

Physical Examination
Serum Chemistry
Complete Blood Count
Optical Examination
Angiocardiogram
Echocardiogram

Blood Test
X-Rays

Border Collie Bernard has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Azawakh has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Border Collie Bernards are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Azawakhs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Border Collie Bernard, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Azawakh, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Border Collie Bernards usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Azawakhs usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Border Collie Bernard requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Azawakh is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, Border Collie Bernard should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

In general Azawakh should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Border Collie Bernard is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of an Azawakh is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Border Collie Bernard is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Azawakh is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Azawakhs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Border Collie Bernards are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Azawakhs make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Border Collie Bernards make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Azawakhs are not the best choice for families with kids.

Border Collie Bernards are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Azawakhs are not cat friendly.

Border Collie Bernards are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Azawakhs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Border Collie Bernards are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Azawakhs are not very stranger friendly.

Border Collie Bernards are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Azawakhs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.