Pointollie Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Pointollie is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Outright
Tempered
Kind
Elegant
Amiable
Hard working
Herding

Pointollie dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Pointollie. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

United Kingdom

Collie and Pointer

Unknown

Blue
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella
Fawn
Sable

The coat of a Pointollie dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Straight

A Pointollie 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.

Pointollies are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Pointollie is a breed of dog that is known to have a higher frequency of health issues compared to other breeds. These issues can range from minor to serious, and regular check-ups with a veterinarian are essential in order to identify and address any potential problems as early as possible.

Demodectic Mange
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Dermatomyositis
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Deafness
Cataracts
Pemphigus
Pannus
Corneal Dystrophy
Cleft Lip or Palate
Platelet Dysfunction
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)

Eye Examination
Skin Samples
Blood Tests and Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Pointollie have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

Pointollies dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

Fetch, Running

Pointollies 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 Pointollie, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pointollies 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.

The Pointollie is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Ideally, Pointollie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) Pointollie feed 2.5 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 Pointollie is somewhere $1.70 - $1.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pointollie 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.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

It's not recommended to keep the Pointollie in an apartment, but this breed make good apartment dogs as long as they get to spend a good amount of time outside of the apartment. Pointollies living in apartments will need plenty of physical exercise and stimulation throughout the day to remain happy and well-behaved.

A Pointollies typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Pointollies are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Pointollies are very friendly towards other dogs. This breed typically have a happy and affectionate temperament around dogs.

Pointollies are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

Pointollies are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Pointollie for a mellower experience.

The Pointollie is a breed of dog that is known for being very easy to train. They are highly intelligent and eager to please, which makes them a great choice for both experienced and novice dog owners.