Custom Border Collie Rugs From Your Photo
A border collie rug for the smartest dog in the house, who would probably prefer a job. Send us a photo of your collie and we turn it into a portrait in our hand-drawn art style, printed on a soft, round rug with a non-slip back. You see a free preview before anything is made. Start your border collie's rug here.
This is Murph, a black and white border collie mix, checking on Jim, the tuxedo cat he shares his rug with. Both of their faces are on it, and Jim has clearly claimed it for naps.
Bold colors work well for border collies: the black, white and grey of the coat stand out clearly against a strong background.
Markings are the whole point
Ask a border collie owner how they spot their dog in a park full of collies and they will tell you: the blaze, the collar of white, the spot on one cheek. No two are marked the same, so a custom border collie rug has to follow the markings in your photo. The free preview is where you check them.
The classic look. We keep the shape of the blaze and the white collar, and bring out the eyes against the dark fur.
Blue merle and red merle coats have a marbled pattern. We follow it as it appears in your photo, so a sharp, well-lit picture helps.
Red and white, tricolor, lilac or sable: same process. Daylight shows the true color better than indoor bulbs.
One ear up, one ear down
Border collie ears do what they like. Some stand up, some fold over, and plenty of collies have one of each. That ear is part of who your dog is, so we keep it the way it looks in the photo. Eye color matters too: brown, amber, blue or one of each. If the photo shows them wrong, write the real color in the special request note.
Need a clear photo of a dog who never stops moving? Try right after a long walk, at their eye level, near a window, with a toy held above the lens. More tips in our photo guide.
How it works
- Upload a photo of your border collieClear face, good light, both eyes visible.
- Choose a design and add their nameClassic Frame, Color Pop or Full Color, with an optional name or a second line of text.
- Approve your free previewIt arrives by email within 24 hours, with unlimited free revisions.
- Get the rugMade in 3–5 days after your yes, then shipped free with tracking.
Which size for a border collie?
For a puppy or a spot by the door. An adult collie will curl up on it, legs over the edge.
The everyday size for most adult border collies, with room to lie down properly.
For collies who sprawl after a long day, or for two pets on one rug.
Measurements and care are on our size and care page.
A collie mix and a cat on one rug
Here is Murph and Jim's rug laid flat: a collie mix and a tuxedo cat, both black and white, both looking very pleased with the arrangement. Two pets on one rug is possible: send a photo of each and mention it in the special request note.
See how it works on our two pets on one rug page, or browse other breeds on the custom dog rug page.
border collie gifts
Most border collie gifts show a generic collie. A rug with their own dog's face, markings and that one ear is something the owner will recognize instantly, and the dog gets a soft place to rest between jobs.
Questions
Can you get my collie's merle pattern right?
We follow the pattern in your photo. A sharp, well-lit photo shows it best. If a patch is off in the preview, tell us and we revise it.
My dog has one blue eye and one brown eye. Will that show?
Yes. Mention it in the special request note, especially if the photo makes the colors hard to see.
My dog is mostly black. Will the details show?
Yes, if the photo has enough light. Shoot near a window without flash, and we will bring out the face in the portrait.
How do I clean it?
Vacuum it regularly. For spots, use cool water and mild soap, then let it air-dry flat. No bleach, no ironing, no hot dryer.
Ready to see your pet on a rug?
Free artwork preview in 24h, unlimited revisions, free shipping.