Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Going
Cheerful

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

West Highland Corgis are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Cardigan Welsh Corgi and West Highland White Terrier

Saint Bernard, Border Collie

Blue
Brown

Blue
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Fawn
Sable
Brindle
White
Brown
Blue

White
Brown

West Highland Corgis have medium-length coats.

Border Collie Bernards have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wiry

Straight

A West Highland Corgi can have a litter of 2-5 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.

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.

Inguinal Hernias
Addison's Disease
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Entropion
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Epilepsy
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Canine Glaucoma

None

X-Rays
Eye Examinations
Complete Physical Examination
Hip and Knee

Physical Examination
Serum Chemistry
Complete Blood Count
Optical Examination
Angiocardiogram
Echocardiogram

West Highland Corgi has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

West Highland Corgis sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Border Collie Bernards have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For West Highland Corgi, it's at least 7 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 Border Collie Bernard, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most West Highland Corgis usually need at least 45 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 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.

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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Scissors

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-30 pound (9 - 14 kg) West Highland Corgi feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 45-120 pound (20 - 54 kg) Border Collie Bernard feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a West Highland Corgi is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a West Highland Corgi 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.

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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

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

West Highland Corgis are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

West Highland Corgis are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

West Highland Corgis are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Border Collie Bernards are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.