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Affordable, comprehensive pet insurance designed for Border Collies.
✓ Up to £12,000 vet fee cover
✓ Receive up to 100% back on eligible vet bills
✓ 95% of claims paid within 3 days
✓ Simple, quick claims process with support from our friendly UK team
✓ Proud to be Feefo Platinum Trusted Service rated
The Border Collie is widely regarded as one of the most intelligent dog breeds in the world. Originally developed along the Anglo-Scottish border for herding sheep, this highly driven and responsive breed thrives on having a job to do.
Recognised by the The Kennel Club within the Pastoral Group, Border Collies are known for their intense focus, boundless energy, and exceptional trainability. Their iconic black-and-white coat is most common, though they come in a variety of colours.
While they make incredibly loyal companions, Border Collies are not typically suited to sedentary lifestyles. They need both physical exercise and significant mental stimulation to stay happy and balanced.
🐾 Average lifespan: 12–15 years
🐾 Average adult weight: 14–20 kg
🐾 Frequently ranked as one of the most intelligent dog breeds
🐾 Recognised by The Kennel Club in 1977 (separate breed recognition)
🐾 The average claim for a Border Collie is £992
Border Collies are generally healthy but, as an active working breed, can be prone to hereditary and activity-related conditions.
Common Health Issues:
Hip Dysplasia – £3,000–£7,000 surgery
Collie Eye Anomaly – £300–£600 testing
Epilepsy – £500–£1,000 per year medication
Shoulder Joint Condition – £2,000–£4,000 surgery
Cruciate Injuries – £2,500–£5,000 surgery
High activity levels mean orthopaedic and injury-related claims can be common.
Wondering if a Border Collie is the right dog for you? Here’s a few things you should know before you bring a ‘pocket rocket’ home…
Border Collies require a balanced diet that supports their high energy output.
Key dietary considerations:
Working Border Collies may require more calories than companion dogs, but portion control remains important.
Border Collies are one of the most demanding breeds in terms of activity.
Daily exercise needs:
Without sufficient stimulation, Border Collies can develop behavioural issues such as excessive barking, destructiveness, or obsessive behaviours.
They excel in canine sports and advanced obedience training.
Border Collies are ideal for:
They are less suited to apartment living or homes where they will be left alone for extended periods.
From hereditary eye conditions to injury-related surgery, veterinary costs for Border Collies can accumulate quickly — especially for highly active or working dogs.
Comprehensive insurance helps ensure that if your Border Collie develops a chronic condition or suffers an injury, you can focus on their recovery rather than the cost of treatment.
Superior – the most comprehensive insurance cover we offer, with the lowest excess, giving you confidence that your dog will be looked after if illness or injury strikes.
Lifetime cover
for illnesses and injuries, year after year.
£12,000
100%
£1,000,000 per claim
–
8 weeks – under 8 years.
Lifetime cover
for illnesses and injuries, year after year.
£9,000
100%
£1,000,000 per claim
–
8 weeks – under 8 years.
Lifetime cover
for illnesses and injuries, year after year.
£6,000
100%
£1,000,000 per claim
–
8 weeks – under 8 years.
Lifetime cover
for illnesses and injuries, year after year.
Lifetime cover
for illnesses and injuries, year after year.
Lifetime cover
for illnesses and injuries, year after year.
£12,000
£9,000
£6,000
100%
100%
100%
£1,000,000 per claim
£1,000,000 per claim
£1,000,000 per claim
–
–
–
8 weeks – under 8 years.
8 weeks – under 8 years.
8 weeks – under 8 years.
Mid-range – our most flexible plan, offering a choice of co-payment and excess levels and packed with a range of optional extras to suit your dog’s needs.
Lifetime cover
for illnesses and injuries, year after year.
£12,000
90%, 80% or 70%
£1,000,000 per claim
Optional Extra: Get up to £50 annually for key pet care needs like de-sexing, microchipping, worming, teeth cleaning, and more. Additional cover includes vaccinations, health checks, flea/tick control, and diagnostic tests, with no excess.
8 weeks – under 8 years.
Lifetime cover
for illnesses and injuries, year after year.
£9,000
90%, 80% or 70%
£1,000,000 per claim
Optional Extra: Get up to £50 annually for key pet care needs like de-sexing, microchipping, worming, teeth cleaning, and more. Additional cover includes vaccinations, health checks, flea/tick control, and diagnostic tests, with no excess.
8 weeks – under 8 years.
Lifetime cover
for illnesses and injuries, year after year.
£6,000
90%, 80% or 70%
£1,000,000 per claim
Optional Extra: Get up to £50 annually for key pet care needs like de-sexing, microchipping, worming, teeth cleaning, and more. Additional cover includes vaccinations, health checks, flea/tick control, and diagnostic tests, with no excess.
8 weeks – under 8 years.
Lifetime cover
for illnesses and injuries, year after year.
Lifetime cover
for illnesses and injuries, year after year.
Lifetime cover
for illnesses and injuries, year after year.
£12,000
£9,000
£6,000
90%, 80% or 70%
90%, 80% or 70%
90%, 80% or 70%
£1,000,000 per claim
£1,000,000 per claim
£1,000,000 per claim
Optional Extra: Get up to £50 annually for key pet care needs like de-sexing, microchipping, worming, teeth cleaning, and more. Additional cover includes vaccinations, health checks, flea/tick control, and diagnostic tests, with no excess.
Optional Extra: Get up to £50 annually for key pet care needs like de-sexing, microchipping, worming, teeth cleaning, and more. Additional cover includes vaccinations, health checks, flea/tick control, and diagnostic tests, with no excess.
Optional Extra: Get up to £50 annually for key pet care needs like de-sexing, microchipping, worming, teeth cleaning, and more. Additional cover includes vaccinations, health checks, flea/tick control, and diagnostic tests, with no excess.
8 weeks – under 8 years.
8 weeks – under 8 years.
8 weeks – under 8 years.
Safety-net – accidents or illness can happen at any time, and our Catastrophe and Economy policies provide cover for your dog when emergency treatment is needed.
Cover for each injury or illness for 12 months from the date of the incident or when symptoms first appeared.
£4,000
for each injury and illness for 12 months
100%
£1,000,000 per claim
–
8 weeks – under 8 years.
Lifetime cover
for illnesses and injuries, year after year.
£6,000
100%
Optional extra: £1,000,000 per claim
–
8 weeks – under 8 years.
Lifetime cover
for illnesses and injuries, year after year.
£3,000
100%
Optional extra: £1,000,000 per claim
–
8 weeks – under 8 years.
Cover for each injury or illness for 12 months from the date of the incident or when symptoms first appeared.
Lifetime cover
for illnesses and injuries, year after year.
Lifetime cover
for illnesses and injuries, year after year.
£4,000
for each injury and illness for 12 months
£6,000
£3,000
100%
100%
100%
£1,000,000 per claim
Optional extra: £1,000,000 per claim
Optional extra: £1,000,000 per claim
–
–
–
8 weeks – under 8 years.
8 weeks – under 8 years.
8 weeks – under 8 years.
Terms, conditions, and excesses apply. Cover depends on acceptance criteria, and there may be policy limits and exclusions. Make sure to check the policy details on the dog insurance page before taking out a policy.
