🍖Feeding a Border Collie: portions, kibble and budget
Border Collie : Plan on roughly 200-300 g of kibble per day for a very active 18 kg adult, adjusting strongly with workload (an agility or herding Border may need notably more). A diet rich in quality protein supports its activity level.
In short: Medium dog, 46-56 cm at the withers (14-22 kg), medium or short coat with undercoat, extreme energy level. A hypersensitive athlete often cited as the smartest breed, living to work. Its famous herding stare ("the eye") can tip into obsession with balls or moving objects: varying activities and teaching it to switch off is essential.
The right daily ration for a Border Collie
For an adult of 14 to 22 kg, plan on 160 to 270 g of complete kibble per day, split into two meals and adjusted for age, neutering and actual activity. This is an athlete: during hard-working periods its needs can climb 20 to 30% above maintenance. The reference is the weight curve: you should feel the ribs without seeing them.
Matching the food to the breed
For a 14 to 22 kg Border Collie, no exotic range needed: a good bag shows in its ingredient list — named animal proteins in first position — not in its packaging promises. Treats count towards the ration: past 10% of daily intake, the complete food is no longer balanced.
Budget and smart buying
The kibble line for an adult Border Collie runs €30 to €60 a month. Large bags save per kilo — if stored airtight, dry, and finished within six weeks of opening. All our label-reading pointers are on the full Border Collie profile.
Frequently asked questions
How much kibble per day for a Border Collie?
160 to 270 g daily over two meals for an adult of 14 to 22 kg, adjusted for activity and the food’s density — the bag’s table gives the starting point, body condition the correction, the vet the verdict.
How many meals a day for a Border Collie?
Two meals for an adult, three to four for a growing puppy.
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