Since I'm on the subject of dog sports this week, I though it fitting to feature the Border Collie. Most dog sports are open to just about any breed of dog, but the Border Collie is the poster child for dog sports. These intelligent and driven herding dogs have boundless energy. They thrive when given a job, which is why they tend to excel at dog sports.
The Border Collie is definitely not the right breed for everyone. Unfortunately, some people find they are in over their heads if the get a BC without researching first. These dogs need to work - whether that means herding sheep, competing in disc dog competitions, or tearing up your house. Don't let the latter happen - give your BC a job. And, if you are thinking about adding this breed to your home, read all about Border Collies first. If indeed this is the right breed for you, then a wonderdog is in your near future.
Have you lived with Border Collies? Tell your story!
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Beautiful, highly intelligent, loyal, but they need to have things to do or they get bored easily. They can play or work with great intensity, and they love it. Great dogs for a working farm with animals that need herding, or a high energy family. Boredom can cause them to become destructive.
I have 3 border collies, they are great dogs. I disagree with everyone, they can be happy doing nothing. I give my dogs chew toys and have dog doors so they can go outside whenever they want to. Most of the time they lay by my feet when I am in the house. One of them even likes to watch TV, she likes to see animals, balls, and dislikes to see people fight. Golf and bowling drives her nuts.
i am not really like this breed, i like cute dog..