How do you get a Merle Border Collie?
Breeding merle-to-merle Border Collies is only done by irresponsible and ignorant puppy farmers. Generally, to get merle in a border collie litter, a breeder has to breed for that color (which is fine, as long as it is not by breeding two merles together.)
What is a double merle border collie?
This border collie has the merle or double merle gene But when a female dog and a male dog that both have the merle gene have puppies together, one-quarter of their puppies (1 out of every 4) will be what is called ‘double merles’.
Are blue border collies rare?
Blue merle is actually one of the rarest Border Collie coat colors. This coat color can only be produced in puppies by dogs who carry the dominant merle gene.
Are Blue Merle dogs smart?
Blue Merle Australian Shepherd is a highly intelligent dog that is easy to train. That being said, all dogs, including the smart Aussie, require early socialization and obedience training.
Who is banner the blue merle border collie?
Our Banner is a handsome blue merle tri . He is a lovely grandson to Aled Owen’s ##Bob. He is by Rising Sun Torch & out of our Imported Astra Bobbie. Banner has excellent working ability. He is fast and agile with an out going friendly temperament. Mowie is a fantastic daughter out of Our Sara and by Imported Astra Buddy.
How much does a border collie puppy cost?
Border Collie Pet Prices Black/white puppies: $1,300 Red/white puppies: $1,400 Slate, Lilac puppies: $1,600
What do you need to ship a Border Collie?
A health certificate, shipping crate, bedding, water cups and round trip to the clinic and airport. Delta cargo shipping prices depend on the size and weight of the crate with the puppy. The minimum requirement for one of our puppies is a secure fenced in area for the puppy. Border collies are very sight, sound and smell sensitive.