The decision as to whether or not to crate train your Border Collie puppy is one that all new owners have to consider. We are big advocates for crate training and used a crate with our Collie Mila when she was a puppy and still use it now when visiting family and friends. We found […]
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So you are ready to get a new pooch, you have narrowed it down to two breeds. The Border Collie vs the Australian Shepherd. But which one do you choose? Both come from similar backgrounds as herding dogs, both are gorgeous medium-sized dogs, and both make amazing pets. It really is no wonder it’s so
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When it comes to owning a Border Collie, good nail care is surprisingly important. Trimmed nails ensure that your pooch is walking comfortably and on their feet properly. You see when nails get too long, they can cause a dog to lean back in their paaws, and this in turn puts a lot of pressure
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If your border collie is anything like our border collies, then you’ll find yourself facing a not-so-nice doggy smell once in a while. It could be because they have rolled in something questionable, or because they have picked up dirt and mud from walks abound the woods! This may leave some new owners wondering how
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Border Collies, unfortunately, aren’t known for having the best set of teeth in the dog breed world. In this article, we delve into everything an owner needs to know about Border Collie oral health, from how to clean your Border Collies Teeth, to how to cure Border Collie bad breath. From our own experience of
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So, you have decided on a Border Collie. They are intelligent, loyal, energetic, and full of personality! But there is a hitch. Over the years Collies have gained a little bit of a reputation for chewing and nipping as puppies. Despite this, they are still amazing companions. Once these behaviours are corrected, you can reap
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Have you ever wondered what your Border Collie should weigh? What weight your Collie should be at six months? Well, we’ve kept a regular record of our Collies’ weight and used that data to create a variety of weight charts to help you understand the likely weight and growth of your Border. Understanding your Border
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Wondering whether a Border Collie dog is the right breed for you? Well why not take our Border Collie quiz? Whether you already know, or just want to find out, we’ve designed this quiz to help you find out! All you need to do is answer the breed selector questions we’ve put together based on
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Border Collies are wonderful dogs. They are the farmer’s best friend, but they can also make fantastic family dogs. I absolutely love Border Collies, they are kind, intelligent, crazy and most of all they can make the most loyal friends you will ever have. But, like all breeds, they don’t come without their complications and
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Given their boundless energy, Border Collies can make perfect jogging buddies. Yet, you may be wondering, as we did, how do you jog with a Border Collie? What do we need to know in order to safely run with our Collies? Border Collies have it all: looks, intelligence, and athleticism. And it is this last
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