Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Faithful
Trustworthy

Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Aggressive
Elegant
Hard working
Herding

Golden Mountain Dogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Cattle Collie Dogs aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Golden Retriever and Bernese Mountain Dog

Australian Cattle Dog, Collie

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Brown
White
Black

White
Sable
Red
Brown
Blue

Golden Mountain Dogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Cattle Collie Dogs have medium-length coats.

A Golden Mountain Dog can have a litter of 5-10 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 Cattle Collie Dog can have a litter of 4-8 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.

The Golden Mountain Dog breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Heart Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Congenital Heart Defect

Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy

None

X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination
Diagnostic Imaging
Blood Glucose Tests
Physical and Neurologic Examination

Physical Examination
Electrocardiogram
Radiographs
Optical Examination
Echocardiography
Angiocardiograph

Run, Fetch, Walk

Walking

Golden Mountain Dogs 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.

Cattle Collie Dogs 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 Golden Mountain Dog, 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 Cattle Collie Dog, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Mountain Dogs 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 Cattle Collie Dogs usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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For an average 80-120 pound (36 - 54 kg) Golden Mountain Dog feed 4 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 41-65 pound (19 - 29 kg) Cattle Collie Dog 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 Golden Mountain Dog is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Cattle Collie Dog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Mountain Dog is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Cattle Collie 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.

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.

Golden Mountain Dogs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Cattle Collie Dogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Golden Mountain Dogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Cattle Collie Dogs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Golden Mountain Dogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The Cattle Collie Dog is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.