Intelligent
Willing

Active
Playful
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Good-natured
Quiet
Faithful

New Zealand

United States

Border Collie

English Cocker Spaniel, Australian Shepherd

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Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Fawn

Black
White
Blue
Red

A New Zealand Heading Dog can have a litter of 12-14 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 English Cotralian can have a litter of 6-9 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.

New Zealand Heading Dogs 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 English Cotralian breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

None Known

Deafness
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Ear Health and Infection
Eye Infections

Otitis Externa
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Ear Examination
Eye examination
Complete Blood Count
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Blood Glucose Tests

Skin Scraping
Ear Examination
Ophthalmic Exam
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Skin Biopsy
Orthopedic Exam
Thyroid Biopsies
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Levels

Tramping, Fetch, Hunting, Walking, Playing, Running, Long, Basic tricks, Runs, Fetching balls, Walks

Fetch

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For New Zealand Heading Dog, it's at least 30 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 English Cotralian, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most New Zealand Heading Dogs usually need at least 120 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 English Cotralians 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.

New Zealand Heading Dog should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a New Zealand Heading Dog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a New Zealand Heading Dog 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 English Cotralian 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.

New Zealand Heading Dogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The English Cotralian is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

New Zealand Heading Dogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

English Cotralians make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

New Zealand Heading Dogs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

English Cotralians are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.