Protection vs Guard Dogs: An Overview

How Do I Know If My German Shepherd Will Protect Me? While many intelligent breeds fit the role of a protection dog, the bold and loyal German Shepherd often tops the list. Fear is an unnatural trait for this canine (except maybe when the Dyson comes out), but that doesn’t mean your puppy will grow … Read more

How Much Exercise Does a Border Collie Need?

It is no secret that Border Collies are as energetic as the Energizer Bunny, but how much exercise does a Border Collie need? This question has been asked too frequently, and pet owners always have conflicting answers. Dogs, regardless of the breed, will need daily exercise. The problem, however, is that there is a growing … Read more

How to Get Border Collies to Stop Biting

A large percentage of Border Collies in shelters were given up either because their owners find their relentless energy too much to handle or they have bitten someone, almost inevitably a child. That said, you will want to know how to get Border Collies to stop biting, especially if you are a new owner or … Read more

Border Collies and Fleas: How To Handle It

Border Collies and fleas — how to handle it? This tandem often buds in the spring. When the ice melts, ectoparasites come forth from their secret hideouts and wait for an opportunity to hop onto our pets. As summer approaches and temperatures continue to rise, the infestations worsen. Unfortunately, these tiny bloodsuckers don’t just leave … Read more

Can Border Collies Tolerate The Heat?

Border Collies have a sunny disposition. When we think of them, we immediately picture a black and white dog chasing animals or catching a Frisbee under the blazing sun. But do Border Collies tolerate the heat? Humans can chug down a cold glass of H20 and lounge in front of the AC. Dogs, on the … Read more

Border Collies and Ducks: Are they Good with Ducks?

  Duck eggs are scrumptious and plentiful even if you don’t raise classic egg-laying breeds, such as Khaki Campbells and Indian Runners. The only problem is that ducks need a bit of managing. You can’t let these waterfowls wander off at night and you need to rotate them across your property, lest they will overgraze, … Read more

The History of Border Collies

If you search the history of Border Collies on the Internet, you will find the same answer all the time — they originated somewhere in the pastures between England and Scotland! Border Collies hailed from Northumberland, a vast rural estate in the northernmost part of England. This historic county is the border of England and … Read more

Do Border Collies Tend to Run Away?

  Why do Border Collies tend to run away? As with any dog, Border Collies don’t run away from a place they consider their home sweet home — unless of course, things went sour and they finally have a good reason to leave. A dog roaming around is different from a dog running off and … Read more

Can Border Collies Hunt?

  If you have a Border Collie and like sport hunting, you are probably wondering — can Border Collies hunt, too? I know where you are coming from. You love your collie so much that you want him to be your furry sidekick instead of getting a new dog. Well, the Border Collie is a … Read more

How Old is a Full-Grown Border Collie?

Do you know how old is a full-grown Border collie? A dog’s potential size can have an impact on your ability to take care of him. Before you adopt one, it is important to know how big a Border collie pup will get in the future so that you can determine if this breed is … Read more

Border Collies in Apartments

Border collies in apartments – is it doable? More people are moving closer towards the city for many reasons, with the main one being the hunt for career opportunities. But unless you have inherited a large property, moving to the metropolis often means living in an apartment. So, is it right for Border collies to … Read more

Are Border Collies Good Guard Dogs?

  Many potential owners who are looking for a guard dog turn to large canine breeds, although they are not the only ones who are willing to put up a fight. An excellent example is the Chow Chow, a medium-sized canine that deceives intruders with its innocent Teddy Bear look. Now, how about the world’s … Read more

Do Border Collies Like to Swim?

If you are looking to adopt a Border collie to keep you company on your aquatic adventures, I am sure you have this question in mind: Do Border Collies like to swim? Many people assume that all dogs can swim naturally, but that is not always the case. The Basset Hound, Boxer, Bulldog, Dachshund, Pekingese, … Read more

Border Collies and Chickens: Are They Good with Chickens?

There is nothing better than sipping coffee on the front porch while watching your canine buddy enjoying his rural endeavors. However, anyone who raises chickens and dogs knows the anxiety that goes with introducing these two.   All dogs are good, but not all breeds are effective for pastoral farming because some canines make a … Read more

Can Border Collies Be Left Alone at Home?

Can Border collies be left alone at home? The answer to this question depends on several factors, including where you live.   Do you live in the city or the countryside? If you live in the country and your Border collie has five acres to play in and a variety of things to do in … Read more

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