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Australian Shepherds vs Border Collies
Comparing Australian Shepherds and Border Collies? Discover key differences in temperament, grooming, and costs to find your perfect match.
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How much does a Border Collie puppy cost? (2026)
According to HonestDog's market analysis, asking prices for Border Collie puppies in Germany mostly range from €850 to €1,350 (small sample: 15 listings, as of October 2026). Data for this breed · How the market analysis works
Listed prices for Border Collie: €1,600 (3 listings with prices, as of October 2026).
The price depends on the pairing, health tests and the breeder's facilities.
A Border Collie costs around ~€170 per month (€90 – €320, depending on your setup). The first year adds up to roughly ~€4,010 including purchase, equipment and puppy school; across the dog's life (13.5 years) it comes to about ~€30,020.
Per month
~€170
In the first year
~€4,010
Across the dog's life
~€30,020
With surgery cover, running costs come to about ~€170 per month — in return, your share of a major operation drops from several thousand euros to around 20 percent.
Estimate at a mid-range setup (suburban, dry food, 1–2 hours of daily exercise), average German prices, as of July 2026.
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FAQ about Border Collie puppies
How much does a Border Collie puppy cost?
According to HonestDog's analysis of asking prices in Germany, a Border Collie puppy typically costs between €850 and €1,350 (as of October 2026). The price depends on pedigree, health testing, and the breeder.
How much does a Border Collie cost?
A Border Collie costs around ~€170 per month (€90 – €320, depending on your setup). The first year adds up to roughly ~€4,010 including purchase, equipment and puppy school; across the dog's life (13.5 years) it comes to about ~€30,020.
What should I look for when buying a Border Collie puppy?
Look for a reputable breeder with health testing of parent dogs, vaccinations, deworming, and microchipping. All breeders on HonestDog are verified and screened.
How do I find a reputable Border Collie breeder?
Look for breeders with health certificates, breed club membership, and positive reviews. HonestDog verifies all breeders for responsible and ethical breeding practices.
When can I pick up my Border Collie puppy?
Border Collie puppies should be at least 8-12 weeks old before being separated from their mother. Reputable breeders release puppies no earlier than 8 weeks of age.
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About Border Collie
Border Collies are very hard-working dogs. In addition to meaningful activity that doesn't allow this dog to become too excited, the right amount of calm is important. It starts with the puppy. For Boder Collie puppies, rest training is more important than activity. To do justice to these popular dogs, dog owners should be very active and need a lot of experience.
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Trainability
Grooming Needs
Family-friendly
Life Expectancy:10-17 years
Height:51-55 cm
Weight:14-20 kg
Origin:Great Britain
Child Friendly
Dog Friendly
City Friendly
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