BORDER COLLIE! 5 Reasons You SHOULD NOT GET A BORDER COLLIE!

[@johndoe-wv3nu]

I waited 30 years for a border collie. I was always afraid because I watched videos like this. I took in a rescue and she's been perfect for the last 4 years. I don't do anything special with her except include her in my daily life.

[@vikingdogmanship]

They are awsome dogs with the right people. Probably works well since you most likely are not a pink fluffy instagrammer🤣

[@johndoe-wv3nu]

@@vikingdogmanship naaa she's just my g/f

[@exposingproxystalkingorgan4164]

@@vikingdogmanship Pink fluffy Instagram types like Chihuahua, Pomeranian type dogs. They are small, yappy, with lots of attitude.

[@kas4Christ90]

We just got a border collie and I was hesitant for that very reason. My best friend has always had border collies and she said people make it sound much more difficult than it actually is. If they are properly exercised and involved in your life, they will be happy. Simple as that.

[@Corahasting1530]

Aww that's sweet they literally are the best dogs ever

[@drybiscuit]

Once you’ve had a Border Collie in your life, no other breed comes close. They are the most incredibly loyal, smart loving companions. They absolutely adore a ‘job’ to do and you can actually see the enjoyment in their face when they are ‘helping’ you do something. They are the Einstein of the dog world without reproach - my Border knows all the names of her toys (and she has lots) and you only have to mention the name of one and she will go and rummage in her toy box to find it. We play a game in the evening where she has to tidy up her toys and put them away by name and she loves it! I work from home so can give her my 24/7 attention. I go nowhere where she doesn’t come with me or jump in the car and she comes along for the ride. :) Yes.....she even follows me to the loo.🤦🏻‍♂️

[@brennaaa]

I just got a whippet about four months ago and already want another dog. Of course I won’t get one for years but I’m already thinking on which dog to get. I was set on Doberman, but the border collie is growing on me. They’re insane, and I really want to do obedience which I think a bc could excel in. Your comment just grows my longing for one😌

[@donnataylor4825]

I have a pup one and omg he is so good

[@brennaaa]

@@donnataylor4825 puppy fever is kicking in

[@coolbeans8682]

That sounds very inspiring! But this video made me a little bit more cautious. I live in a city and I've never owned a border collie before. I do work from home and I do walk for about 3 hours a day, but is that enough? If needed to I could transform a part of those hours into pure playing-time with the dog. I don't wan't to have an understimulated dog,. Is 3 hours per day enough?

[@brennaaa]

@@coolbeans8682 it depends on the dog, if you buy from a reputable breeder they will pair you with a puppy that is best for you, you can tell them what you’re looking for. I think 3 hours plus mental excercise is plenty. I’d also suggest doing some sort of sport with your dog if you can!

[@montygemma]

I actually had a lazy one. She was energetic and scatty up to about 4 years old and then she quietened right down, didn't even want to go out when it was cold. She wasn't ill either and lived to 14.

[@guero7110]

Mine is collie basenji mix she is lazy most days and energetic in the mornings but when her sister visits she’ll stay up the entire time fighting her sleep😂

[@mmon56]

My 1 year BC pup is suuuuper lazy. Haha. We try to go for 2 hour long walks and play sessions in the park, however where we live it rains a lot and we can’t go out everyday. We handle by teaching new tricks and practicing old ones, giving him a jobs like, for instance, bringing all the toys to one place Or play hide and seek with him. After that he sleeps for like 8 hours straight haha

[@SarahXBats]

That was my first border collie, Molly, and a bit of my current baby, Jax. Molly would gently growl at me when I’d take her outside to potty, and my Jax hates going outside in the rain. I needed to get him rain gear, and we live in the Pacific Northwest. 😭

[@davidsmisc1351]

They’re incredibly adaptable. I loved BCs after growing up in a rural area and knowing people with them but thought I couldn’t cope with the energy. Then I kept meeting collie owners in the park with well-trained and very chilled collies. Mine gets at three basic walks a day with extra adventures as often as possible. That’s more than enough.

[@TwistnMotley]

Currently dealing with a 9 month Border Collie whose family NEVER walks their dog. Up until 2 weeks ago, the dog was not even allowed in the back yard. The dog herds the entire family. Tried to herd cars. I have been working with them for 5 weeks now and zero progress has been made. I will be telling the family to rehome the poor dog today.

[@enderlord5117]

How did it go?? I hope they listened

[@DeadlyDan]

Well it sounds like they got a pandemic dog, rehoming the dog should be a last resort as it is mentally scarring to the dog! If they are unwilling to take the dog out then yeah that's the best advice. But if you can convince them it's not as much work as they think it is, then they could change. That dog just sounds like it needs to exercise it's mind, teaching it fetch would be the first priority! Once that is nailed down I guarantee you'll see a more settled dog.

[@hal7ter]

You can tell them for me that it is CRUELTY to have a Border Collie where it cannot roam free. Even a five mile walk would not be enough for these guys!!

[@victoriabolieiro9761]

@@whoblitzell so pretty much neglect? Doesn't go for walks....is made to stay in 1 room/section of the house. Dog makes a noise you muzzle it or throw a shock collar on it. Someone should report you to the ASPCA! I WOULD IF YOU WERE MY NEIGHBOR! Get the dog a decent home where it can run, roam, have freedom and be taken on walks...someone willing to dedicate the time to it and train it properly because clearly you lack that drive. Doesn't seem like a breed that's fit for your personality. You should really be ashamed of yourself....especially seeing as how you sound so proud about the way you treat that poor dog. Shame on you!

[@chinita2463]

@@whoblitzell sounds like you really shouldn't own a dog. Maybe try a goldfish next time instead

[@Eddalpelo]

Thanks for the information. My best friend gave the puppy to my wife without asking me, so instead of reject the surprise, I took care of the dog. It's my first time with this breed and also my first time with dogs. Through 2 years now, I've learned a lot, and change my lifestyle. Sometimes there's ups and downs but I cannot imagine a life without my girl. (Sorry for my english, i'm not a native speaker)

[@FenrirCanineLeaders]

Thanks for watching and sharing your experience!

[@carljensen5730]

Good for you, you will find that if you just let your bc be a part of your life, they are extremely intelligent and can be very well behaved. I think people don't realize how smart they are. Frequently, they bark for specific reasons, and if you just attend to their needs, they can be very quiet and well behaved. We have one just a bit over a year old and she literally communicates with us with a variety of "voices".

[@oscar_1729]

“Why you shouldn’t get a border collie, it needs so much exercise.” - litterally has a Labrador behind him

[@oscar_1729]

@KZbin bans me Frfr no

[@oscar_1729]

@KZbin bans me Frfr I did own one but she died last year :(

[@vikingdogmanship]

How can you even compare the two breeds???

[@vikingdogmanship]

@KZbin bans me Frfr That we can agree on for Sure!!!

[@Qlicky]

@KZbin bans me Frfr No wonder youtube bans you.

[@mycolliesandme268]

Not a dog for lazy people, not a dog for selfish people. They are special dogs that should not go to waste. If have what it takes they are the best friend you will have.

[@choxiegaming5311]

Agreed

[@muzansdaughter]

Agreed

[@stevielee83]

I live in a small apartment and I work 'everyday' as a courier driver doing multiple pick ups and deliveries. Do you think a BC could travel in my car with me 8 hours a day, in the front seat everyday, as my work buddy, stopping 2 times a day at a park for lunch and a walk on lead. Would that be sufficient? Would he be happy?

[@mycolliesandme268]

@@stevielee83 well only if you are sure that you can give the dog enough exercise, at least an hour at a time. Two or three times a day .And also mental stimulation is a must for collies. Or perhaps get another less active breed 😊👍

[@stevielee83]

@@mycolliesandme268 Thanks for your reply🙂. I can give him '2 hours exercise' each day, = 1 hour at an of leash dog park and 1 hour walking on a lead. But I'm not sure if he would be able to last 8 hours a day 'every day' in the car? Maybe a BC cross English Staffy would make it easier? Thoughts?

[@lindseyhall7906]

Got a border collie 2 years ago, almost want to buy land, and sheep just for our dog to herd 😂. She currently loves herding our back yard chickens 😂

[@carljensen5730]

They really need to be able to run, not just be walked. Good for you to at least have a yard for her to run. I live on a ranch and my border collie not only runs all over the ranch, she smells rattlesnakes from 40 feet away and will bark at them. We have several nicknames for Sadie: Rumba Sadie because she will clean up the floor after little kids spill, warrior Sadie because she barks at Coyotes and drives them away, and savior Sadie because she prevents us from getting bit by rattlesnakes.

[@parkerdalrymple4398]

@@carljensen5730 awe. Such a good girl. My grandmother’s dog’s name was Sadie :)

[@louiseemmerzael4930]

Hi from down Under... My sweet girl will watch over my budgies when they take flight

[@trex2092]

My BC is an excellent assistant in rounding up our free range chickens in the afternoon, she just watches me and we put them back into the coop together. She is rewarded with an egg from the nest and she waits patiently at her spot for her treat.

[@nocturnalgamer8285]

Me and my Border Collie took a lot of bumps at the start .. I was a college student in an apartment. And man she chewed the walls as a pup .. started going on runs ..fetching for 2 hours a day ..taking her to a family ranch. Once I implemented that she started to mellow out and was perfect. Incredibly smart dog and I'm glad I got her it was rough at first and took a lot of work but it was worth it! It took her like a day to learn how to go to the bathroom outside super easy barley an inconvenience! Edit: found her in a box outside and once I let her in couldn't give her to a shelter

[@kieferzenko]

I love that my border collie natural herds, runs circles around all the family kids (4-6), at home or at the camp ground, keeps them together and knows where all of them are all the time. doesnt nip, but chews a tennis ball the entier time lol. Amazingly helpful

[@chenoaspirit]

Mine was exceptionally smart - showed him 3 times and he knew. He did herd the other animals but it wasn’t a problem. Most loyal dog I’ve ever had. Never had a dog that smart, loyal, attentive, loving before.

[@lizrobinson7711]

I have four Border Collies, they get a good long walk in the morning off lead where they can run and play. The rest of the day, they are happy to lay around and just be with us. We don’t have any behavioural problems with them and they are happy to chill xx

[@stevielee83]

I live in a small apartment and I work 'everyday' as a courier driver doing multiple pick ups and deliveries. Do you think a BC could travel in my car with me 8 hours a day, in the front seat everyday, as my work buddy, stopping 2 times a day at a park for lunch and a walk on lead. Would that be sufficient? Would he be happy?

[@DeadlyDan]

As someone who has raised a Border Collie pup and had other dogs, the exercise thing is blown way out of proportion. My dog is incredibly happy, we have plenty of exercise but not to the level some people imply the average border needs. (She is also at the perfect weight and is very strong and active) I also see plenty of eldely Border Collie owners who do not go running their dog on a field daily. My dog is perfectly happy to play fetch once or twice a day and the rest just be normal walks. Mental stimulation is far more important. You have to help craft their confidence and teach them how to chill out. Tons of positive reinforcement and my border is the most chilled, calm, quiet dog on the entire street (of which there are 4 border collies in the vicinity). She is perfectly content to spend most of the day sleeping on the sofa, I can go out and not worry about anything being touched, she's absolutely sound, all down to constant positive reinforcement and training. The destruction etc people talk so much about can be completely eliminated just by building a relationship with the dog. The main point I think you and many other owners are blowing out of proportion is that really, Borders do not need much more work than any other dog like a Lab. It's all about the owner really, if your dog is nervous, destructive and badly behaved; you're doing something wrong. I think half the bad rep Borders get is not fair and really individual personality differences between dogs have way more impact vs standard breed behaviours. I'd also add, you do not need to be some really active person to get a Border Collie. Complete nonsense. The farmers are commonly fat and/or old, they're not any marathon runners! It requires no fitness to throw a ball. Make the dog work for you (teaching to come around etc.), the hardest part is being consistent with your training and rewards.

[@daybreakgo5609]

border collies are machines, woke up at 6:00am one day and saw my pair of collies full out playing and they have farm work to do everyday!

[@vikingdogmanship]

100%

[@Qlicky]

My son wakes up sooner than that and he's ready from the get go. Ever since he was born, almost 6 now. I should probably get him a Collie.

[@leannefrye4341]

You are wrong! I wasted my whole life owning the wrong dog because of videos like this. I have had the pleasure to own a border collie for 8 years and owned my beautiful border collie since he was a baby. Best dog I ever owned! In fact, the only dog I ever really bonded with. They are happy doing whatever you are doing. They aren’t the kind of dog you would leave tied up ( mine does better off leash) but he is perfectly happy just hanging with me and the family. Older kids love him cause he plays frisbee and hide and seek. When I go camping, kids in the park want to “borrow him to play” lol. I would never own another breed again. He sheds a lot but has no dog odor which is a real nice perk… even when wet. He can swim late into the day cause he dries real quick and doesn’t get my sleeping bag wet.

[@johnlightbody9942]

We're on our 2nd family Collie, lost our Glen 4 years ago at 10 to cancer 😭 Both our lads were from working farm parents. They most definitely are constantly on the go & need to be exercised constantly, which is good for my family's fitness, so no complaints there, our Brodie at 4 years old is an awesome family pet, you'll never have such a loving 4 legged friend!!

[@lubsit]

My border collie Winston developed a cyst by his neck that was filled with fluid then he was diagnosed with colon cancer (Adenocarcinoma) and by the time he couldn’t poop I opted for chemo which shrunk the tumor so he could poop but it kept growing so I opted for a second round and he died after the second round. I never want to get another fog after seeing my boy die I had never seen a fog die I thought he was having side effects of chemo and I feel like I didn’t properly say goodbye.

[@hal7ter]

@@lubsit I watched mine go downhill at 16 with failing kidneys. I gave him subcutaneous saline that would take about half an hour - quietly sitting with him, watching a spider walk across the floor - watching the fluid drip into the drip chamber. I learned a lot from the little guy and thank God that we had him. I can't stand to see his son, 13, mope around.... I can't go chasing rabbits with him like his daddy did. How I wish I could get another dog.

[@stevielee83]

I live in a small apartment and I work 'everyday' as a courier driver doing multiple pick ups and deliveries. Do you think a BC could travel in my car with me 8 hours a day, in the front seat everyday, as my work buddy, stopping 2 times a day at a park for lunch and a walk on lead. Would that be sufficient? Would he be happy?

[@jtube411]

I myself do not own a border collie, but I met someone who does and the dog was amazing, looked very protective and aware of everything yet friendly

[@goktugcaglargonuller4575]

About number one! I am normally not an active person at all, which I am not happy about. I got a border collie thinking she would motivate me to be more active. I love her and I love spending time with her and I am MUCH MORE active now. I guess it's a win-win situation.

[@angr3819]

I miss my Welsh Sheepdog so much. Been many years now but my heart aches for my dogs when I think of them. Too old and mobility problems, and can not easily longer afford vet bills now. My Sheba could walk and run and play all day with rests, water and a bit to eat. She never nipped but was protective when appropriate. I miss my Irish Red Setter, my Staff x Boxer and one of my father's cats in particular, and a budgie, and want to see them first when I cross over. I so look forward to being with them again and especially my Sheba, my sheepdog, the most energetic. She lived to 14. If you have a dog of any type, make them a family member not only a pet. They was repay you with so much love, loyalty and fun.

[@willshaw24]

Miss my Border Collie. 13 years together before I had to say goodbye. He was by far the most intelligent, faithful, loyal dog I could have imagined

[@stevielee83]

I live in a small apartment and I work 'everyday' as a courier driver doing multiple pick ups and deliveries. Do you think a BC could travel in my car with me 8 hours a day, in the front seat everyday, as my work buddy, stopping 2 times a day at a park for lunch and a walk on lead. Would that be sufficient? Would he be happy?

[@downeastjd1711]

"As much activity, as you can think of, and then add some more." So true. I'm raising my second border collie mix. The exercise requirements (physical and mental) is off the charts. It's a necessary requirement to meet, though. IF you can, you're going to have an amazing companion.

[@stevielee83]

I live in a small apartment and I work 'everyday' as a courier driver doing multiple pick ups and deliveries. Do you think a BC could travel in my car with me 8 hours a day, in the front seat everyday, as my work buddy, stopping 2 times a day at a park for lunch and a walk on lead. Would that be sufficient? Would he be happy?

[@AdamMusic944]

Is there any agility courses that anyone can recommend for the garden?

[@kindmama]

I am so grateful I found your channel. I drove about 4 hours to rescue a 3 yr old "weenier dog" mix. When we arrived he is most certainly a border collie. Maybe he has a little dachshund in him but not much. He looks full border collie, and his vet records show he's only 1.5 yrs old. I couldn't leave him in the situation he was in so I brought him home and was NOT prepared. He is so different from my laid back beagle mixes. I am actively learning how to train him. Thank you again!

[@revolcane]

I did a genetics kit on my new dog which the shelter labeled as a Redbone Coonhound. Turns out he was 30% Border Collie, explains his energy and destructiveness

[@paulanwr1]

I have a border collie pup... I've lived with many dogs during my life and seen a number of puppies grow old. I didn't know about the border collies and my wife brought a puppy home in February. We love him but his energy level is insane! Way more than any bread I have ever experienced. I have to run him for at least an hour every day. He's awesome but for sure more work than most breads

[@Ashley-ue1hs]

I just have a question for you. We had a border collie and we had to put him down several years ago. We took him to training school. He went to three different sessions of 3. Each session is 10 classes. We are now 10 years older close to we have a chance of getting a six month old border collie/Australian Shepherd prepared to have trained and we know how to train as well. Do you think you think we are active? We have run for the Dr run I’m curious what you think.

[@ncdrakes]

Help I got a Border Collie mix 7 weeks old puppy free from someone and he won’t stop biting or barking. He is definitely a Border Collie mix the vet did a DNA test on him. He stays inside mostly and full of energy. Any suggestions

[@FenrirCanineLeaders]

Thanks for watching! We've got a video on our dedicated training channel looking at how to stop your puppy biting you might find really helpful: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5fGqZSmep53frM

[@georgiabowen3517]

I have a short haired border collie runt, she is so timid and isn’t very energetic , she gets tired pretty quickly and she is an amazing companion , she is now registered as an emotion support animal and she loves her job

[@christ0ph3rson70]

I have a Borgi (pembroke welsh and border collie mix). He is 7 months old and I’ve been able to train him pretty well. About 3 walks per day along with 4 vigorous play sessions keeps him stable. Definitely a strong willed dog but after a few months of training, he looks up to me.

[@simply-__-sasha9]

We live on a farm and need a dog to keep coyotes away and herd our animals, would border collies be suitable? We have 77 acres of land, so lots of space for activity

[@simply-__-sasha9]

We also go on daily bike rides and runs where we would love dogs to come with us

[@alexandrakirby4570]

Before getting my BC, I felt like it might be a bad choice as I live in the suburbs and am a full-time student. However, it is very possible to integrate a border collie’s lifestyle in with yours if you put in the work. With scheduled walks, play time, puzzle toys and training every day to compensate for the lack of a job. Which obviously this is no small challenge as it will be a big part of your life spent on your dog compared to let’s say a shih-tsu but they are 100% worth it if you put in the work. I felt the need to clarify this as before getting my own I felt like I was going to be the only owner that doesn’t live on a farm and have endless space.

[@anirudhsinhsolanki2088]

Hey i am also planning to get one but confused because i live in apartment any suggestions would be appreciated

[@hal7ter]

@@anirudhsinhsolanki2088 It's just not fair to any dog to live in an apartment unless it's a little lap dog. Lapdogs are lots of fun!

[@hal7ter]

I would recommend two dogs as they will keep each other busy when you are busy!

[@stevielee83]

I live in a small apartment and I work 'everyday' as a courier driver doing multiple pick ups and deliveries. Do you think a BC could travel in my car with me 8 hours a day, in the front seat everyday, as my work buddy, stopping 2 times a day at a park for lunch and a walk on lead. Would that be sufficient? Would he be happy?

[@hopscotch5874]

I’ve have the pleasure to have 3 German shepherds, beagle/doxel mix and a short hair border collie and the border collie was probably my favorite. She always hung around me, very loyal, never got in trouble, and was very cute! I miss her and when I move out I want to have 3 or 4!!

[@Jordanmarissa]

Mine is a border collie mix. He is the best dog I’ve ever had and I’ve had a lot. They are such good family dogs. Mine likes other dogs but he is kinda rough, and they don’t know that’s how he plays. They are very active dogs, so keep them going. Super smart dogs

[@zillie8167]

This is first class advice! My gorgeous border collie has just turned eight and is starting to slow down just a bit - meaning she occasionally snoozes for two minutes if I have a coffee with a friend. But she can still run with me while I cycle along the Thames from Hampton Court to Battersea (she ends up running with the bike about 15 miles and we walk about 8 miles). Lots of water and biscuit breaks of course - and that's just for me...She loves running with the bike so much I can't even say the word but have to spell out B-I-K-E if we're not actually going that moment. But if she can do that at eight years old, don't even think about a collie unless you can give it absolutely loads of outdoor stimulation and also your company - not a breed to leave at home while you go off to work for hours Just for the record, I'm 65, going on 66, so think what she's doing for me in terms of fitness and stimulation, too...

[@stevielee83]

I live in a small apartment and I work 'everyday' as a courier driver doing multiple pick ups and deliveries. Do you think a BC could travel in my car with me 8 hours a day, in the front seat everyday, as my work buddy, stopping 2 times a day at a park for lunch and a walk on lead. Would that be sufficient? Would he be happy?

[@MegaMrsuperawesome]

My border collie has given herself the job of protecting my 2 year old. awesome at home, horrid at walks haha. Love the border collie stair though.

[@Bluemarlin2120]

My border collie “Snowdog” is hands down the best dog I have ever owned. This video is so true. They are very energetic but can be chill too. They are EXTREMELY loyal to their master and you will become their world, after time you will almost read each others minds. Their intelligence is unmatched. I have 4 acres, and it is a must that they have room to run. I don’t have herds of sheep, but yes, they will show this trait. Spend time with them, love them, they will without question become your best friend and protector. It is the only breed I will even own again.

[@al1052]

The best dog I ever took home. I got her at 5months old and she chose me, shes sweet and not destructive at all besides with her own toys.. very energetic, playful and talkative

[@theonicolaas3352]

A very educational video. Everything clearly explained. You are a good person, thank you!!

[@chrissysimpson403]

My BC has a early morning adventure for up to 2 hours full of fun n games then a evening run for around 40 mins I mix this up in the week with Agility and hooper's games..I'm a high energy person we were ment for each other..we go climbing n hiking in Scotland a few times a year weekends at the lakes he has the best times..he also has his down times relax time's it all works well for me n my boy..

[@judithstorck5195]

Do some Border Collies have blue eyes? Or is this stray (sitting on our driveway) part Husky? Thank you. Judi

[@bear1830]

I had a short hair border collie for 10 years and she was amazing. She was very quiet, sleepy and when we took her out she was the life of the party. I miss her and I definitely want another one

[@janetmcarthur5257]

My next door neighbor had a border collie he kept in the big backyard most of the time.. & the bc was the best neighbor I ever had!

[@bear1830]

@@janetmcarthur5257 haha, that’s awesome. They are amazing dogs without a doubt

[@wanmeireles7182]

I'm going to adop a puppy next monday and they showed me videos of her. She's very sleepy, I thought she was sick! Reading your comment reminded me that maybe she's just like your dog was. (she's also a short haired border collie)

[@bear1830]

@@wanmeireles7182 Haha that awesome, you’ll definitely enjoy her 100%. When we went to the adoption shelter, my border collie was incredible shy and looked scared but I’m telling you once she settled in to her new life she became the life of the party. It was a beautiful thing to witness. I wouldn’t worry about that at all!

[@stevielee83]

I live in a small apartment and I work 'everyday' as a courier driver doing multiple pick ups and deliveries. Do you think a BC could travel in my car with me 8 hours a day, in the front seat everyday, as my work buddy, stopping 2 times a day at a park for lunch and a walk on lead. Would that be sufficient? Would he be happy?

[@thequiltedkitchen]

We are thinking of getting one but we only know huskies….. are they very different what energy is concerned? We used to do long walks ,bike ride and such but with a huskie you can’t do agility or let them run free… that’s why we are thinking in changing breed ( we lost ours to old age)

[@mary-janejenkins9560]

Have a 14 month old border collie from working stock both parents were workers and believe me energy levels are through the roof 10 miles a day walks up at 6am an enforced 1 hour rest midday then full speed again till 7 personally wouldn’t want her any other way but people do really need to be prepared

[@vikingdogmanship]

😁 I love watching people with border collies

[@BB-zx8yw]

just got myself a border collie, never met such a loyal dog

[@vikingdogmanship]

That's a cat 😏

[@BB-zx8yw]

@@vikingdogmanship haha

[@bradleykinnell6435]

With the herding whats the best way to stop it putting itself in danger or putting the children at harm? I'm guessing lots of exercise and activity but is there anything else

[@mandywarren8566]

Excellent précis. We’ve had four in our lives and about to adopt another Rescue. Cannot live without them and now that we’re retired can once again give it the attention it needs and deserves. I would say one thing from the videos .. please don’t throw sticks for them. Our boy had to be taken to the vet twice .. yes we didn’t learn! .. The sticks went down his throat and he once had to be sedated for stitches. The vet said it was a very regular occurrence. I know they will pick them up on walks, but discourage them .. better to play with frisbees and balls.

[@pastelmoon9118]

I always adored this dog but always .. breeders kept scaring me how extremely active the breed is etc so didnt get one as my first dog may have one in the future since would love to have running buddy and Im interested to teach tricks! also do camping during summers taught my chihua 15 tricks so far he is super smart! how many hours border collie require exercise and time with their owners daily? I spend with my chi around 2-3h daily, taking him to dog park where he play with others dogs and sometime will teach him tricks there too just asking so I could get realistic view if my activity level fit with this breed or if I should consider other ones love white shepherds too!

[@GloryGirl-wc3if]

I just got me 3 weeks ago. And I love him. He is so adorable and loyal.

[@chriscole9621]

How would you compare owning a husky to owning a border collie I'm used to the work that it takes to have a husky

[@karin7765]

While i, more or less, can agree on 'Why not to' i like to disagree to #1 reason; Things go wrong with the BC because it often gets over stmulated! Sure this breeds needs to be mentally stimulated every day for this is a extremely smart breed but like I said before, also a breed which easily gets over stimulated resulting in anxious to agressive behaviors. The BC does not have an 'off switch' it will continue to work for you even untill he would 'drop dead'. You actually need to teach the dog it needs rest! A healthy balance between a 'task and rest' is utterly important for this breed.Walking 6 miles every day day and doing dog classes alomost everday is defitely not something to keep him healthy but will stress this breed out !

[@hal7ter]

My BCs would chase chase chase through the woods and over the fields and NEVER got anxious or aggressive. They knew how to rest when they needed to.

[@stevielee83]

I live in a small apartment and I work 'everyday' as a courier driver doing multiple pick ups and deliveries. Do you think a BC could travel in my car with me 8 hours a day, in the front seat everyday, as my work buddy, stopping 2 times a day at a park for lunch and a walk on lead. Would that be sufficient? Would he be happy?

[@evel3367]

Yeah I accidentally got a gold border collie listed as a “golden retriever mix” and she was 8-9 months instead of 2 years. I wasn’t fully prepped for how much energy she would have. But we are just getting more stuff for mental and physical stimulation and she gets sent to a play group once a week with lots of running in the yard time. But she still has a ton of energy

[@nanavazquez1886]

Omg... thank you so much for putting this video out, i saw a few cause i was considering to buy one today and you just confirmed me that I’m still not ready for one yet, but i know that in the future i will 🙏🏽♥️🙏🏽

[@FenrirCanineLeaders]

So glad you found our video helpful!

[@sheilachambers6995]

Does any one have a BC that's an incessant barker? We bought our collie as a puppy and has always been a barker.....we live in the country, no neighbors very little traffic......he'll be inside and set & bark at the door. He's driving me crazy.....he's 1 yr. old and no let up on barking.

[@LIVINGSTON6]

what abt show lines or anyway blood lines that makes quiter family dogs? is there anything like that out there?

[@cheesygal]

Would a border collie be happy at my 10 acre farm? 2 acres surrounded by 5 foot no climb fence. Free range chickens. Six (so far) goats usually in pens. A Great Pyrenees. We are outside caring for the animals and property at least three hours a day. Many more sometimes.

[@quizzically3263]

Are Border Collies and Rough Collies the same in temperament? I hear theyre the same bar their fur

[@margroefs801]

Ours is soft fur and hes the reactive type

[@DanaK9210]

I have a BC/Blue heeler mix, and he’s the best. When he was a few months old, he had heeler instincts and would follow me around with his nose pressed to my calf and nipping me. Then, at one year, he switched to BC herding. He started getting in front of me to stop me. Now he runs in front of me, jumps like a marlin on a fishing line, and snaps in the air. He’s clinically insane, but I love him. It’s no joke about their energy though.I gave up all pretense of leash walking since his leash aggression was so bad (he wants to play with and chase everything so he’d go crazy at the sight of anything that moves). Now I take him into the country where he can run off leash. That and doggy daycare has done wonders.

[@josephmclennan1229]

I have a Border Collie Husky . She is loose on 16 acres mostly woods . She keeps all the critters away from my Cattle and Chickens .

[@WilliamSandford-y2n]

I had two border collies they would take off and go to and herd at the butcher’s and would roundup and separate the animal that was up for the slaughter. On other days when I went out to the car to go to work they’d have a deer pend in the yard. They never hurt any animals and the butcher would even call me when it was killing day and could I bring the dogs over. No training.

[@SashaStowers]

I saw a beagle-border collie mix at my local shelter. I've been very familiar with beagles (I've had a few and love them) and haven't had any border collies so I am doing research before saying I want to adopt. After watching this though, I don't think it would be a good fit, so this video was great for me. Thanks.

[@Ink-wl1jz]

We have been incredibly lucky with our BC, we take him out twice a day to throw a ball and at weekends the walks are longer but he's not destructive at all. He will quietly wait for us to come home and hasn't chewed a thing. He's happy for a shorter walk but can go for miles and just chills out at home. His older brother is a couch potato greyhound so I think this had been a major influence. He's incredibly human friendly and generally ignores dogs, recall is amazing but lead walking needs work but luckily we live near plenty of open spaces to let him run free

[@margroefs801]

Ours is the same way... If we leave him in when were gone during the day hes fine...

[@stevielee83]

I live in a small apartment and I work 'everyday' as a courier driver doing multiple pick ups and deliveries. Do you think a BC could travel in my car with me 8 hours a day, in the front seat everyday, as my work buddy, stopping 2 times a day at a park for lunch and a walk on lead. Would that be sufficient? Would he be happy?

[@dng0300]

My border collie that I had to put down a couple days ago from heart failure just wanted to go for walks and wanted pats the most and was very social.

[@jaxongames1053]

Border collies are one of the best dog breeds

[@darayy6352]

Not all border collies require much grooming, I brush my border collie like once a month and it's fine because she's got mid long/short hair

[@ginabrendley5439]

I just watched this video and I see many of the same characteristics in my Shetland sheepdog, Love the BC too but I'm a sheltie person

[@ayaabiad5775]

I own a high prey drive Belgian Malinois and I’m getting a Border Collis puppy next year!! I’m so ready to do a lot of physical activities 😅

[@sheilagavit4642]

I have a border collie & his ears are very unusual. One ear is real thick & stands straight, the other is thine & floppy Makes him look clownish!! Lol ...is this abnormal?

[@Splashstar216]

Can you do a comparison between BCs and malinois please? My two favorite breeds. 😹

[@myakkaoutdoors6266]

My ex had a border collie named river she used to jump in my arms everytime id walk in the door i miss that dog :/

[@edasner8959]

Mine is 16 1/2 years of first rate man's best friend. He is at that point where he clearly demonstrates how much he needs me. I am not looking forward to the end of our kinship alas I know it is coming.

[@viracocha03]

Thanks for this video. My last dog was a Golden Retriever, i had her until she was 15. Its been 3 years since she passed and i feel its time for a new dog. I am strongly considering a Border Collie. Going to dig into your channel some more.

[@dionoconnell8973]

Bearded collies are similar in temperament, a little less wired tho, do some research on them..i had a bearded cross with a border ..he was the bees knees, if i had a penny fpr everytime someone said aww what a beautiful dog or wow hes gorgeous ect id be make richard branson look like a pauper. Terry died 2 yrs ago living to the massive age of 18 plus 3 days..twas all the love i gave him. Never thought id get another dog as i thought other dog could ever Compare, and i wasnt actually looking for a dog but the world put forth opportunity for me to choose from a litter of 10 working collie pups hence i know share my life with mercury.. tho generally i call him merc. Anyway i suppose where im going with all this is that i think you get the best of both dogs when you cross both bearded and borders.

[@indeekirk8265]

I want a book called

[@stefanogiurgea7602]

Guys, why does my 4 month old collie puppy bite so hard? I keep him busy all day, I used methods to try and stop him from biting and its not helping

[@FenrirCanineLeaders]

Hey Stefano, thanks for watching! We actually have a video looking at how to stop your collie biting you might find interesting: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6O3apeOaMSVa7M&pbjreload=101

[@Baconbear86]

I have a border collie kelpie. Hes 5 years old. Hes absolutely so smart and the best dog ive ever had.

[@glizzy_lizzy2118]

Yeah I just got my border collie for Christmas and soon as you sit down they will make you hop back up. And once my dog herd up my whole AFL club while playing and that was pretty funny 😄. I recommend a dog if you want to get fit and active and will always be there for it.

[@kathypilchman3657]

I came across your video because the headline five reasons why not to get a border collie. We got this beautiful, black and white border collie because they were offering him for free on Petfinder he was a year old. The reason he was free was because he was returned twice to his foster home, they say the husband of the woman who was fostering him was being nasty to him because of the family dog was first. So we got him beautiful dog absolutely beautiful named him Blu beautiful, dog, smart dog, and I thought absolutely a very good dog why he would be returned twice. On the first day I noticed he would try to hurd my grandson sadly everything you're saying is me with my dog. What is sad is I have multiple sclerosis and I no longer walk. We kept it going on for 5 6 years now he seems to favor me always by my side, especially at night. He comes in from his last runs and right there sits right beside me up against my leg I'm getting ready to go to bed I do feel. I feel like I'm holding him back now but what do I do? Find him a new home or just let him stay with us? He had a sad beginning from the start he has a puppy and two other from the litter were left at the house where the people just moved away. I guess took the mother dog and left her puppies. I love this dog he is excellent smart and is protective of me and my grandson. every night before last runs he sits by the sliding door just staring at me. I noticed he does that a lot. Did I ruin this dog?

[@missdiva421]

Outstanding video, it really shows how dedicated you are about the welfare of dogs, thank you for posting👍👌

[@FenrirCanineLeaders]

Thanks so much, really glad you enjoyed it!

[@stevielee83]

@@FenrirCanineLeaders I live in a small apartment and I work 'everyday' as a courier driver doing multiple pick ups and deliveries. Do you think a BC could travel in my car with me 8 hours a day, in the front seat everyday, as my work buddy, stopping 2 times a day at a park for lunch and a walk on lead. Would that be sufficient? Would he be happy?

[@damonm3]

I adopted a border collie from a girl that ended up “watching” him for a month. A month turned into a year. He worked all day and he was at home 8-10 hours a day. She told me she was looking for a better fit for him and that’s where I came in. I work from home and spend all my time with him. He’s really an easy dog. Let’s me sleep in. Doesn’t bark or whine. And is the best snuggler. I couldn’t imagine having a better companion or dog. I did a week trial and on night one he peed in my bed. I also had allergies and my asthma came back from recently going away after 30 years of crap. But!.. I started taking Claritin and advair. feels like I don’t have any symptoms at all. Thank god. I was borderline needing emergent care. Thought I’d have to give him up. So glad I didn’t act too quickly. I gave it one more day and that day I started the meds. He’s worth the sacrifice I have to make!

[@reaper-btw8165]

i got my collie from a farm we tryed getting him herding but he never wanted to

[@FoodNerds]

Finally someone who might be able to out stare me, a border collie. 😂

[@denisekiesler6134]

Our family has two Border Collies. Previously three before one passed. We have two young ones who keep each other entertained. Throw a ball or frisby for a bit almost every day. But nothing like the other comments. Maybe 10 mins here and there. They find their own tasks. We live on a lake and one of the dogs tries to "fish". Made his own job that lasts for hours. Also they like hunting for chipmunks. Tear outta the house like crazy running their route.. The most loving dogs I have ever had or known. Don't let the video or some comments fool you. Set up for success for having two dogs that can entertain themselves. They do it for hours and hours, then cuddle in... Their life expectancy is longer than more medium to large dogs too.

[@JosephThomasIV]

My hobby is disc golf when I'm not working and my border collie loves it! He has his disc's and he can grab certain ones... just an amazing dog.

[@FenrirCanineLeaders]

They're the best!

[@pluck_me]

I tested my border collie while he was working, I offered him cooked bacon...he refused cooked bacon for a border collie working is more important than food and water don't get a border collie if you can't live with a workaholic

[@carljensen5730]

I agree with comments below that once you have had a border collie, you probably won't want any other breed of dog. They are UNBELIEVABLY intelligent and well behaved. We do spend a lot of time with her and we live on a ranch, she is still a puppy, but she pretty much trained herself to understand everything we say. This video is not entirely accurate. They are typically very focused on pleasing people and NOT "head strong", unless you are clueless to their needs. If you respond to them, they will respond to you in a way that no other dog breed is capable of. That is not hyperbole, studies show that they learn ten times faster than the second most intelligent breed, poodles.. In fact, before we got her, we were told that you have to go a bit easy on Border Collies because they are extremely sensitive to people and want to please. We have been VERY sparing on punishment and very heavy on praise, and she learned so quickly, it is unbelievable. She was also trained on snake avoidance and she is now integral to our safety in that she can smell a rattlesnake from 40 feet away and will bark at it, and stay away from it. Border Collies are normally very quiet, and typically only bark for a reason. So, if your border collie barks, go see what they need and take care of it and you will find that they don't bark very much when their needs are met.

[@jeannettehoward7990]

You are so right, mine herd the naughty children, good for the parents who don’t have control! I do love my BCs but I have sheep, horses, cattle.

[@Shannonelizabethmiley]

I love my border collie Finn. I adopted him from the local pound. He was around 7 months and in the next few months I discovered that he had epilepsy. He has violent and intense seizures that are very scary for both of us. I love him so and no matter the expense right now I am making sure I'm working with the vet to get things right for him. I mentioned all of this because border Collies are one of the breeds that have a tendency towards epilepsy. It's one more thing to consider when you adopt them. Sorry this was so long but I thought I should share. Also my lovely Finnegan I love you forever and will take care of you the best that I can.

[@harpsichordgal]

We shared our life with one of these four legged Einsteins for 14 years. Pepper was a real character. We live in the suburbs and worked hard to find a way she could work out her herding instinct. Between herding ducks and Canadian Geese in a park, to herding fallen leaves blowing in the wind, it really wasn’t that hard. On a road trip with us. Pepper enjoyed the reststops for more than the obvious reasons. A tour bus pulled in with Japanese tourists. Pepper sensed they couldn’t read the signs, so she herded them to the restrooms. She wasn’t off lead, so she dragged me along at the end of an 8’ lead. For this she was petted, praised and photographed by the tourists. It was wonderful. To own a Border Collie you must be fit. At age 70 my BC ownership days are over!

[@hal7ter]

All the more reason to get one. I'm 80 and so want another one to keep my 13 year-old moving. We live in the country so there are plenty of things to chase and herd.

[@harpsichordgal]

@@hal7ter Thank you

[@stevielee83]

I live in a small apartment and I work 'everyday' as a courier driver doing multiple pick ups and deliveries. Do you think a BC could travel in my car with me 8 hours a day, in the front seat everyday, as my work buddy, stopping 2 times a day at a park for lunch and a walk on lead. Would that be sufficient? Would he be happy?

[@patrickisles4570]

I met a few border collies to see if I could handle one and nononononon absolutely not. They require so much activity (mental and physical) and, if you cannot provide them enough of it, they'll bark at you and won't stop. Dont get me wrong, I love this breed but I can't handle one.

[@tzurtex6336]

Aah separation anxiety with my dog is terrible terrible. If I go to the restroom he barks until I get there...

[@tdtd6728]

hi love this vid it really helped

[@yaelbenjamin4570]

I think if you adopt them from a young age you can impact on their lifes

[@StaryHobbyKHTT]

Ya

[@yaelbenjamin4570]

Love this channel and I also love dogs

[@ricardocarneiro7797]

Spot on. Border Collies from working lines represent the more extreme side of energy levels and most people should not get them as house pets. Border Collies from show lines have higher likelihood of being less healthy. B.C. need more than walks, they need play, everyday.

[@garyandtricia1]

Good vid, well done.

[@BEAMChannel]

They are some of my favorite dogs, but I don't have a lifestyle right now that would work with a Border Collie, so I will just admire other people's dogs for now

[@TheBenderx32]

I have a bordercollie/Rottweiler mix and she is the sweetest most loyal thing. She definitely does have high energy levels but she also likes to be lazy at times. She is so freaking smart she was potty trained in two weeks time and learned all the basic commands between 8 and 16 weeks.

[@shreyaspadhye]

Very informative!

[@FenrirCanineLeaders]

Glad you think so, thanks for watching!

[@abduldaniel9964]

During feeding, my collie becomes very protective with it's food and attacks any other animal that comes near it. Does anyone know if that's normal ?

[@FenrirCanineLeaders]

It might be worth checking out our video looking at resource guarding in border collies to help with your situation: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKvCnoSejdl8haM

[@abduldaniel9964]

@@FenrirCanineLeaders . Thankyou. Appreciate your response

[@FoodNerds]

Well I grew up with a sheltie and I’ve had collies so I’m used to be herded.

[@bbaff8622]

My girl Border Collie/Blue Heeler mix will herd dogs at the dog park, which is great. She does not go for the heels but will bolt in front of them and bring them back to where they started. The breed definitely shows in her. She will lay down when meeting other dogs head on, and if were walking next to her and other dogs show up she will do that head down sneak walk up along side us. She does need a couple hours of hard run/play a day which is no problem. Wonderful girl.