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Healthy Dog Food For Border Collies

Tom&Sawyer's human grade, gently-cooked meals are perfect for supporting your Border Collie’s unique nutritional needs. Our culinary-inspired meals are made with 98% or more whole food ingredients, offering complete and balanced nutrition and deliciousness to help fuel their high-energy lifestyle and sharp mind.

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BREED PROFILE

Here's What Makes Your Border Collie Special

Size & Weight

30 to 55 lbs

Energy Level

Very High

Common Health Risks

Itchy Paws & Skin / Beef Allergy / Sensitive Stomach

Dietary Needs

High quality protein / high energy / omega-3s

Life Expectancy

12 to 15 years

Border Collies are among the most active breeds in the world and need high-quality protein food that fuels their energy and supports their sensitive digestion.

01 — RECIPES

Human grade protein

Real, high-quality animal protein in every recipe. The fuel Border Collies need to sustain their extraordinary energy and focus every day.

02 — PROTEIN

Whole foods. Always.

Border Collies need purposeful nutrition. Every Tom&Sawyer ingredient earns its place and nothing is there by accident.

03 — INGREDIENTS

98%+ Whole Ingredients

Whole food meals designed to reduce sensitivities while fueling high energy levels and sustained performance.

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WHAT'S INSIDE THE BOWL

What's Actually in Your Border Collie's Bowl?

Human grade Ingredients

Real meat and whole food ingredients, nothing hidden in the ingredient list that slow down one of the most active breeds in the world.

Gently Cooked, Nutrient Rich

We gently cook each ingredient to preserve nutrients supporting energy, endurance, and performance in Border Collies.

Benefits You Can See

More stamina, better focus, a healthier coat. Most Border Collie owners notice real improvements within the first few weeks.

98%+ Whole Food Ingredients

Real, whole food ingredients support complete, balanced nutrition your dog can enjoy every day.

HEALTH & NUTRITION

Border Collie Health Risks and How Food Can Help

Knowing your Border Collie's vulnerabilities helps you make smarter feeding decisions.

If your dog struggles with certain ingredients, a clear ingredient list can make feeding feel easier. Tom&Sawyer’s chef-crafted meals use 98% or more whole food ingredients and provide complete, balanced nutrition with the transparency pet parents need when choosing meals carefully.

Itchy Paws & Skin

Border Collies are prone to skin and paw irritation, often triggered by food allergens and low-quality proteins in their everyday diet.

Beef Allergy

Beef allergy is reported in Border Collies and can cause persistent skin reactions and digestive discomfort when beef is a recurring ingredient.

Sensitive Stomach

Border Collies have sensitive digestive systems that react poorly to poor quality diets with low digestibility.

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Toronto, ON

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“I decided I'd start cooking for my dogs myself, until I found Tom&Sawyer. Not only are the meals balanced and high quality, my picky dogs absolutely love them! I am so happy I found this company.”

Hanako

Toronto, ON

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“Five stars. Great for dogs like Winnie with IBD issues”

Mary G.

St. Laurent, PQ

QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

Common Questions About Fresh Dog Food for Border Collies

Human grade dog food means every ingredient meets the same safety and quality standards as food made for people. For Border Collies, this matters because it eliminates the low-quality byproducts and fillers found in most commercial pet food. Tom&Sawyer prepares all meals in a human grade kitchen in Canada, regulated to AAFCO standards.

Border Collie feeding amounts depend on their weight, age, and activity level. As a general guide, most Border Collies do well with two meals per day, morning and evening. Use the Tom&Sawyer Feeding Calculator to get a portion size tailored specifically to your dog.

Tom&Sawyer dog meals are formulated for adult maintenance. If you have a Border Collie puppy, speak with your veterinarian about their growth-stage nutrition needs, especially during their active growth stage. In Canada, Puppy Booster may be available for some puppies, but it is not available in the U.S. and should be used only when appropriate for your dog.

For Border Collies, prioritize recipes with a named animal protein as the first ingredient, such as chicken, beef, or turkey. Look for whole vegetables, healthy fats like omega-3 fatty acids, and no artificial preservatives or fillers. Given that Border Collies are prone to itchy paws & skin, easily digestible proteins and minimal ingredient lists are especially important.

Yes, gently-cooked dog food is an excellent choice for Border Collies. Cooking at low heat preserves the natural vitamins and minerals found in fresh ingredients, which are often destroyed in high-heat kibble manufacturing. Border Collies with itchy paws & skin especially benefit from the improved digestibility of gently-cooked meals.

Most adult Border Collies do best with two meals per day, one in the morning and one in the evening. Border Collie puppies typically need three to four smaller meals per day. Consistent feeding times help regulate digestion and energy levels, which is especially important for Border Collies prone to beef allergy.

The best protein sources for Border Collies are high-quality, named animal proteins, chicken, beef, turkey, or fish. For Border Collies prone to itchy paws & skin, a single-protein or limited ingredient recipe can help identify and avoid triggers. Tom&Sawyer uses human grade meat in every recipe, with no byproducts or mystery proteins.

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Clean-Label Recipes: Non-GMO and Free from Binders, Slurries, and Preservatives

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Expertly Designed by a Collaborative Team (PhD Animal Nutritionists + Vets + Chefs)

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Individually cooked ingredients for optimized nutritional contribution

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Targeted Nutrition Designed to Support Health Solutions (Pancreatitis, Allergies, & Renal Support)

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Culinary-Inspired Recipes fit for humans, but made for pets

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Proudly Made in Small Batches in Canada

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Healthy Dog Food For Border Collies

Here's What Makes Your Border Collie Special