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How long to walk a Border Collie

A general walk-length guideline for the Border Collie, by age. Border Collies are a medium-size, very high-energy breed (typical adult weight 30–55 lb / 14–25 kg).

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Border Collie at a glance
  • Puppy (~4 mo)General guideline: about 20 min per walk, 2× a day (~5 min per month of age).
  • AdultTypically 45–90 min per walk, 2× a day, adjusted to the individual dog.

General guideline only: about 5 minutes per month of age. Adjust to your dog and consult your veterinarian.

Walking a Border Collie

Border Collies are the classic high-drive worker; mental enrichment often matters as much as miles.

Very high energyenergy level — general orientation

Built for sustained work — Border Collies need significant exercise and mental engagement on every walk. Repetitive routes quickly bore them; varied environments and training games woven into outings keep them satisfied. They may attempt to herd other dogs, cyclists, or people; training and awareness on walks help manage this instinct productively.

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