Owning a BORDER COLLIE: The pros and cons

Hello everyone!
I hope you enjoy this video about owning a Border Collie: Pros and Cons with little border collie puppy Cedar :)
CEDARS INSTAGRAM - @cedarandsprinkle
MY INSTAGRAM - @brookethomo
Link to Hollys video about owning a dachshund that inspired me to make this video :)
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Brooke Thomo x

[@alanredversangel]

I told my collie off once for coming back covered in mud and she ran to the river and washed it all off. Coincidence, maybe, but they are that smart.

[@marianimhaicin9841]

I have a working border collie so he gets very dirty. He knows that if he doesnt clean up he will have to wait in the utility. So every day he goes over to the turlough to wash off which is great!

[@Randomdudefromtheinternet]

Probably did it so she wouldn't get a "normal" bath? 🤔

[@brookethomo]

Thats something Cedar would do! They are ridiculously smart and I think sometimes they can understand English!

[@michaellawrence6677]

@@brookethomo my BC is fastidious about trying to stay clean. He’s not a fan of baths.

[@Iloverandomness100]

Studies show dogs actually understand phrases more than single words. Ex) if you teach dog verses dig they wouldn’t really know well. I always use “go to the car” “where is your ball” “go find it” stuff like that. It’s incredible what they pick up

[@michaellawrence6677]

I’ve had a Border Collie for just over 3 years. He is the best companion I’ve ever had, I never even really liked dogs.

[@LincolnTheLabrador]

Do they run off to see other people and dogs or are they more focused and stay with you? Also what was recall training like

[@michaellawrence6677]

@@LincolnTheLabrador Aeon is a greeter and the world is his Walmart. 🥳 He’s 3 now and is starting to show more restraint and incredible observation skills. We go literally everywhere together and he has learned all about life as a trucker. He’s basically a furry child who only knows love and loyalty. The only limits to these dogs is the ones we make for them. My goodness I’m so impressed with the stupid dog I never really wanted. I’ve never been so happy to be so wrong about something.

[@LincolnTheLabrador]

@@michaellawrence6677 Aww bless, he sounds amazing

[@michaellawrence6677]

@@LincolnTheLabrador yes, yes he is.

[@tanyacumberlin5024]

@@michaellawrence6677 My five, they were all different, Nell, we called the duchess for obvious reasons, she was Tri colour, Gwen was a firecracker, quick to go and quick to love.... Finn, our only boy was foggy dopey and soo loving a big blue n white boy, Cariad my black n white is a dear soul, my shadow, she is almost 15 now and the youngest, Flossie, she's also quick to go and quite skittish nothing to be done bout it, it's in her nature and her colour, she looks white nbpinky colour but she's a diluted red and like Gwen.... Quick by nature... She's 14. I have had hrs of joy, fun, laughter and tears with these amazing loving dogs and I love them soo damn much it hurts, it still painful to think of my other3 who are gone on before us... I miss them so much as they are all so different...... Xx

[@seguebythesea]

No one “owns” a border collie. We merely share a home with a furry toddler.

[@LeatherCladVegan]

What you just said is literally true. In my experience, most people will mistake it for a charming sentiment as opposed to a hard fact, which it is. You don't own your dogs, in the same way that you don't own your children.

[@abbymartinez7269]

Yes omg 😂

[@nicolenedelko]

If the toddler was really smart

[@googleisshittoss]

a 30mph toddler at that!

[@toomanyhobbies2011]

Great observation! So true!

[@Yesquire0]

Big con: they cheat at chess. Go to take a leak, and when you come back, your queen is missing.

[@merlindagamboa3527]

Lol

[@michaellawrence6677]

Try training them to change lightbulbs. The damn things will go and redo the wiring in the whole house to bring it up to code.

[@brookethomo]

Hhahahahahaha

[@michaellawrence6677]

Aeon does that too. He’s also stubborn about changing light bulbs unless we let him inspect the wiring.

[@TobariNeko]

Brooke: They're really intelligent. Cedar: Falls off bed. 😂

[@brookethomo]

😂😂 literally

[@michaellawrence6677]

I find Aeon to be so incredibly agile and aware that he almost floats. Then he crashes and burns running at full tilt. 🤣🤣🤣 if nothing else it’s an epically funny thing to see.

[@supernovapaws]

Yup amazing 🤣 Very smooth, Cedar 😂

[@AngeliqueStevens]

There is a positive side to their sensitivity to loud noises. My husband found that our Border Collie was an integral part of his war-related PTSD recovery. He also had a sensitivity to loud noises. They comforted each other and now neither of them are overly bothered by loud noises. This can be beneficial to families with sensitive children too.

[@brookethomo]

Awww that’s so beautiful ❣️❣️

[@kennyeatsthedirt]

My brother, sister, and I all have trauma from our grandparents living with us, which ultimately sparked all of us having a sensitivity to loud noises. When I saw that, I saw it as a pro because this will make people in our house be more careful with loud banging, which helps

[@mikewatts2647]

Yes, you are right our Borders have always been sensitive to noises and even when we sick or hurt.

[@shock_n_Aweful]

My wife and I have to be very careful about what we talk about because ours understands English so well. At first we started coming up with alternative words for exciting words like like walk, beach, stick, ball etc. We quickly realized that the alternative words did not last long before he learned those too. Eventually it didn't matter what word we used because he learned the words around them. We had to switch to using archaic forms of English and using words to describe objects that were close enough for us to understand the intention without letting him in on too much. I can teach him any simple trick within 15 mins or so, which has made training other types of dogs feel difficult. He knows how to shut doors on command which is really convenient. When I finish dinner there is no need to shout down the hall that it's ready, just tell him to tell my wife and he will harass her until she comes :) I also don't need to find my other dog if my collie boy is around because he is always happy to herd her back into the house on command.

[@aaronwinston9013]

My border collie is both my best friend and the bane of my existence.

[@moominmay]

Lol that’s a good simple way to put it as that’s what you’re essentially getting!

[@michaellawrence6677]

My BC is the same way. If we’re hanging and banging it’s all good, if he starts getting bored or feeling left out there can be issues.

[@brookethomo]

I couldn't agree with you more! hahaha

[@tashtoday]

I feel that 😂😂😂

[@annasenger2131]

We got a border collie puppy at the start of the summer and we’ve noticed (in comparison to one of his other border collie friends) that he’s really chill. If we are exhausted or busy he just follows us around and lays down until we’re done. Though I totally agree border collies are not for lazy people. When my pup has energy he has MAJOR zoomies. I love hiking with him and teaching him new things. Which definitely helps when he’s feeling particularly energetic.

[@sampowell6522]

I have a border collie named Flo and she is absolutely astonishing, she knows so many commands and we potty trained her within a week of having her. She’s really antisocial towards other dogs but loves her humans. When you buy a border collie you get an amazing guard dog for instance my dog sleeps at the bottom of my bed to protect me. She’ll listen to any command. One time as a puppy she ran off around the block but after we trained her not to do so. She will never leave the house without command and will stay inside if we leave the door open for at least an hour. I LOVE her, she’s helped me through so much at my age (16). I wanted to put this out there for anyone who may be contemplating whether to get a border collie or not, from personal experience they are sooooo worth it, I can’t get enough of her. Just be sure to exercise them enough so they are not as hyperactive during the night.

[@brookethomo]

Flo is such a cute name 🥰

[@reptilesfishandmore]

oh boy, my border collie heard you say the word "frisbee" and was looking all around LOL. I love having a border collie, but if you aren't the kind of person who REALLY trains their dogs and makes sure they are well behaved then they can be destructive.

[@brookethomo]

Hahahahha that’s hilarious! I 100% agree, it’s almost like another job in itself looking after a border collie if you do it right 😂

[@dontswin]

Oh you have one of those 'frisbee' dogs too? Ours is a pro at it, he is unbelievably fast at catching that frisbee. It's practically all he wants to do, he is amazing.

[@valesvlogs4737]

I got a Border Collie 7 months ago and he is a sweetheart, he is extremely smart and hilarious! He changed my life! Before I got him I was literally terrified of dogs and he changed everything! His name is Bingo and he is 9 months old!

[@brookethomo]

Awwww Bingo what a sweetheart!! love the name :)

[@Ink-wl1jz]

We have been very lucky with our BC, she can be left all day and won't be destructive at all. She goes out for a walk once a day and chases her ball and is so good with recall but is a nightmare for pulling on the lead and trying to herd cars. But is also happy to walk for miles and miles on a weekend. She's the friendliest, softest thing ever with people and totally ignores other dogs. She was socialised loads at a young age so this is probably why she's so friendly. She's super intelligent but will ignore you when there's a tennis ball involved. I would love another in the future but would be in for a big shock if the other dog is more border collie than her!

[@brookethomo]

They truly are such a great breed! Thats so great that you socialised her a lot when she was younger, makes such a difference :) Cedar is exactly same with the ball or frisbee haha.

[@Lindyanne622]

My Border, named Murphy, was a rescue at about 6 months. She was my canine soul mate for sure. She was gentle, sweet, empathetic and so, so smart. All the cons probably were present, but she was so worth any of them. The loyal and protective personality was irresistible to me. She has passed on, but forever in my heart.

[@trexbeta]

I find that walks do nothing for my border aussie - they are really just training for going on runs! My girl runs off-leash at least 20 miles per week with me, and we also do a frisbee session every day, and an morning and evening walk just to keep a routine. She knows when to relax and leave me alone while I'm working, but I think she can only"turn off" because she gets so much exercise.

[@michaellawrence6677]

They do require a bit of effort. However I’ve noticed a payoff of the greatest companion one could ask for.

[@CthulhuOnCam]

Yeah need to get a high energy off lead exercise down. They like little walks but at some point each day that dog needs to RUN for about 30-40 minutes.

[@michaellawrence6677]

My BC needs a minimum of 3 hours of exercise a day and training and reinforcement of his training. The rewards are incredible. These aren’t dogs. They’re slightly psychotic children.🤣

[@oj9721]

When my collie was young we walked him 5km altleast twice a day. But now he is 14 and after his walk he just sleeps the whole day.

[@katieanderson2448]

Same! My boy is 8 and still enjoys agility but he’s now satisfied with a daily walk/fetch session

[@josephlambe2796]

My border collie is 13:5 years old, lots of short walks each day, but still constantly wants to play like a pup...

[@courtneyduncan5249]

Beautiful dog and excellent video! Very informative and it's great to see someone who worked so diligently with her!

[@brookethomo]

Thankyou so much that’s so kind 🥰 glad you liked the video!

[@J1mInOH]

Great video and accurate! I’ve had them since 8th grade and now in my 50’s except a short stint in the Army. Outstanding companions if you understand them and their needs. I’ve had them when I could give them their herding needs and trial them and my current and last great just family members. My current 1.4 year old that is so much like your pup. He was my Covid lockdown pup after losing a 14 yr old and so thankful to still be able to work from home. He goes to work with me every day at 8 am in the den, is so patient throughout the day and can’t imagine going back into the office where he’d be left for at least 8 hours per day. He is my work buddy and pulls many long hard days to pay our mortgage. :)

[@chriswilson3126]

This is a terrific vid. If you have the energy to spend on a collie it will honestly be the best dog you could ever own. My nana had multiple border collies whilst I was growing up and the love they showed was unforgettable.

[@brookethomo]

Thanks for your support ✨ 100% they are an unreal dog 🤗

[@alexandradittmann8588]

Very good video, from an obviously very experienced owner of the breed. Thanks so much, Brooke! We're considering getting one in a few month's time, and this video mentioned a few valuable things not mentioned by other presenters (who don't own the breed themselves)

[@jaythedjentleman2571]

Cedar is absolutely adorable!! Me an my wife are picking up our 4 month old baby border collie tomorrow, and I’m so excited!

[@brookethomo]

So excited for you!!

[@hollynewlin4625]

Border Collies are a real love. They also have a built in alarm clock in their head. He wakes us up a couple of minutes before the alarm. He also lets us know when it's bedtime. They like routine.

[@brookethomo]

Omg thats so funny you said that because I have just noticed Cedar doing the exact same thing!!

[@Iloverandomness100]

Fun fact! They actually can tell time in a way due to smells. My boy knows exactly where to sit to see me the second I pull onto our street. The longer the smell is away and the fainter it is, he knows I come home soon. Amazing

[@WritingPirate]

My dog does this too! Sleeping in on weekends don’t exist for my dog 😂

[@elletuppen4844]

Thank you for going into this much detail esp the window for socialising. I am considering another Border Collie and these facts are very n.b. to remember. Cedar is goooorgeous❣️❣️

[@peterahjorter]

Border Collies are awesome dogs, I used to have two Border Collie sisters named Luna and Tellus from puppy to their passing 15 years later, I miss that period of my life alot

[@ericfleischauer5863]

I’ve had my border collie for a year and half since she was 6 weeks, and this video is very accurate. Training is a MUST! I would recommend reading a Border Collie Specific book and see if actively following the training is something that would be enjoyed BEFORE getting a Border collie. The only point I slightly disagree on is potty training. It takes longer for some to fully get down 100% and I say that for anyone going thru this to not get too frustrated if it doesn’t take as quick as your friend’s dog. Their bodies need time to catch up, which is usually at 6-7 months and older before they can hold it for a long time, and have zero mistakes.

[@tbirkley101]

I just lost my first dog a border collie. 13.5yrs and the best friend ever. We got him from a farm at 7wks and watched his mom herd horses! He was with 6 others in a beautiful stable. He knew dozens of words by the time he was older. He knew our moods. He spoke with his eyes. We exercised him vigorously, mentally and physical while young. By the time he got about 7yrs, he chilled. Still needed good walks daily, still needed mental work, but he changed. He was always game for anything, but in his older age he just wanted to understand all our words. If you talked to him he would stare, tilt his head, just knows BG he knew every fifth word of a sentance. His stare was fierce. If you held a frisbee or a ball he would lay flat and stare. Haunting. Like he thought his stare could telekinesis like MGE that object. And he loved to cuddle. The best. If you can hustle and train those first years, border collies are magical dogs.

[@RobertNesterMarley]

We are just about to collect our Border Collie from a rescue home on Wednesday 13th Sept 2023, and I have just stumbled across you video which I found very informative , her name is Molly and she is 11 months old, but has had a rough start in life. So form Wednesday we will give here the best life that she can ever want. Thanks for your very good video, i know it’s two years old, and hope we can connect through your channel. Thanks Joe

[@Eq89]

Fantastic video!!! I have a 14yr old Border Collie, and this young lady knows all about this awesome breed. 👍😁

[@brookethomo]

You are so kind

[@toddb930]

These pros and cons are so true! We've got a Border-Aussie that's 26 months now. We got her when she was 5 months. Prior to this dog we had Border Collie / Golden Retriever mix (two different times) that was more laid back. The Border-Retriever would have been a better fit for us but I do like this Border-Aussie.

[@kxking1298]

I’m getting a border colle in 4 weeks can’t wait

[@agataolszewska2846]

same

[@alisonlaird6996]

It’ll be 3 weeks for me 😊

[@brookethomo]

Oh my gosh, so excited for you all!! Have you got your Border Collies yet? :) Tell me all about them!

[@alisonlaird6996]

@@brookethomo yes have got our not so wee boy Jura now. He’s now 17 weeks x

[@user-tq8ci1wm6i]

Yeah mate I can tell through your picture😂

[@cinderfrost7384]

Loved the video! I've been looking into getting a border collie, (and trying to convince my parents to get one) And this was very helpful!

[@brookethomo]

Yaaaay glad I could help 😊💕

[@ethanchapman3914]

I have been doing the same thing lol

[@bloonihilation254]

Awesome! I’m about to get a border collie that is 7 weeks old and it has a heart on its head, I’ve been scrolling these videos for so long and so far you had the most information I could use! Thanks!

[@becky6746]

I have a 7 month old border collie she's my best friend and I can tell you one thing, they are DEFINITELY loyal and protective and when they greet you its so so sweet.

[@belgianmailinois1251]

I've had two border collie mixes named Ace and Sammy. I absolutely love this breed for their intelligent and gentle nature ♥️

[@MrCpht74]

I have a mini Aussie border collie and he’s amazing. He likes watching border collies herding on KZbin. He’s 5 months now and has been very easy to train. He’s my best friend and companion.

[@abianddaisy5281]

I'm also going to get a border collie next week

[@user-ww9dn6us3b]

Me too

[@brookethomo]

Oh wow YAY! Did you get your border collie? Tell me all about it! :)

[@brenthonn1302]

I have 2 Border Pitts. They are absolute best dogs I have ever owned. Even without the training, if I am having our starting a seizure, they hold me down and protect me from hurting myself. This is amazing to me. ❤️❤️

[@alenamerklova9235]

I'm bringing home a collie pup in a little over a month. I can't wait for it! He is from a pretty good working line (dam is imported from Italy and sir from the UK), both parents and grandparents are actively working on farms etc.🤩

[@joannajohnson696]

I got my first Border Collie in 2005. A breed set apart from the rest! They are more like having a child, they are so intelligent! I have 6 now.

[@soroushaslan4874]

Hey there! amazing video for someone who's about to buy a puppy. part 2 of this more specific would be even huge help! thank!

[@brookethomo]

Glad it was helpful! :) I could do a part 2, but not sure what to cover in the video.. any suggestions?

[@MrsCheyne18]

I’m adopting a border collie next month so this is so helpful! More dog videos please! 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@Stardustparadise418]

So how is it going? :)

[@shannonsage4486]

Yes!! Socialize early. I adopted my husky/border collie mix at 2 yrs old. She was a “Covid dog” which means she had zero socialization. It’s taken over a year to train her anxiety about new things out of her.

[@reviewchampion-allforyou658]

such a great video, thanks a lot Brooke for this overview. I love border collies :-) Thanks a lot

[@wildatheart7704]

Thank you for the info, i have 2 border collies, both are very smart, my last collie i had for 15 yrs, sadly she passes from a stroke, my 2 girls now have been so easy to train, your right about the easyness of housetraining, im always talking to them, they seem to understand everything i say, one of them hates loud noises due to loud fireworks one year. thanks again, take care.

[@rebekka1672]

Have a BC named Ace goes to school with me. He's a funny assistant! Teaches children to be kind, gentle, quiet and do not mess things to the ground. Children LOVE him.

[@linh.tran_icesk8]

Love the great connection and interactive between you two!

[@daviniarobbins9298]

My dog is half border collie and I can relate to all the cons you listed. My dog is part lab so her fur is shorter and doesn't need grooming as much. Walking: yeah. My dog can tire me out and she is still going. Border Collies are defo the energiser bunny of dogs.

[@brookethomo]

Oh wow, ive heard labs love the eat everything so yours must be the fastest vacuum cleaner on the planet haha x

[@daviniarobbins9298]

@@brookethomo Yeah.

[@pebbles8022]

Yep that just about sums them up, spent hours taking short drives and sitting with mine, flea treatments difficult, and rounding up biting kids heels, wanting to chase cars, and sensitive to noise.

[@jimperry4108]

I've had mine a few months. I call him "delightfully annoying". He was a 2 yo rescue and already knows tricks. sit, shake, lay down, roll over... who knows what else. I decided to teach him left and right. I'm slipping him up by going left, right, left, left, right, left, right, right... etc. he's not perfect yet. It's actually neat to see him got left, right, left, right over and over.

[@brookethomo]

What a great adjective for the border collie :) I agree x

[@Braceletland.]

I’ve been thinking about this a lot, but I think I’m just gonna give in and get one eventually bc it’s sooooo tempting when you have a lazy but grumpy yorkie and a SUPER energetic border collie spaniel mix

[@brookethomo]

They are the best dogs!

[@irishrosa703]

i love this breed, i had a Border Collie for 18 years got him when he was 6 weeks old, they are just the best when they are looked after they will be you're best friend

[@brookethomo]

Omg thats so special! I bet your bond with him was so strong! :)

[@aishabegum8202]

What breed is seeda

[@lillakoczka9337]

Great video! I can relate to most of those things with my collie. They can be also drama queens sometimes, at least mine is :D

[@brookethomo]

Hahahah totally! Cedar can throw a tantrum when she wants to!! :)

[@dicksmashermicrocock7984]

The hearding problem can be so dangerus if you don't manage it properly. I had a friend who had parents who had border collies but they could not take care of them AT ALL. Their dogs would run out in the middle of the road trying to heard cars, it was terrifying. But I absolutley love this breed and they are so fun!

[@jimperry4108]

Border collie: I shed Newfie: Hold my brush

[@annamariepagano7684]

I laughed at the shedding part too knowing I have a Husky at home. My BC doesn’t shed a fraction of what the Husky does lol.

[@jimperry4108]

@@annamariepagano7684 I've never pet a husky but read their hair is course on top then soft underneath. That makes it even more tough to deal with. My BC is pretty soft. My newfie has incredibly soft fur. The lady from 101 Dalmatians would love a coat made of her. lol I used to joke to her that if she was in China she'd be a coat a lady wore to dinner and DINNER! lol

[@brookethomo]

I just had to google what a Newfie was but woooooooow, that looks like ALOT of hair!!

[@jimperry4108]

@@brookethomo mine is actually a small one. She's never been more than 100. She's a landseer/newfoundland. those are fun to google. I always wanted to get an oil painting done of her.

[@gigiwanamaker4065]

Yesterday I adopted a Catahoula border collie puppy! She is so beautiful and loving! ❤️

[@Kales5_5]

How Is she doing?

[@brookethomo]

Oh wow what an interesting mix! Do you post about her on your KZbin? x

[@FoxFireUnlimited]

"They shed a lot." Looking for a playmate for my Samoyed, considering a Border Collie, and when you held up the ball of fluff I was like, "where's the rest??" I can pull that much off of just my shirt before noon.

[@brookethomo]

That’s wild!

[@neilfarquhar1138]

Just love this video. Cedar is super cute.

[@falcolf]

Love this; thank you for the encouraging video!

[@Hi-me2jn]

Your so underrated you deserve more also my border collie is named koda and my other one is luna they are so energetic it is good because we go out for walks lots

[@brookethomo]

Thanks so much for your support! Awww they are such cute names :)

[@DeadlyDan]

Personality obviously plays a factor. With my BC who is now 2 years old I was able to temper her energy. In the house she never runs around and is free to play with her many toys. In the rare occasion we cant go out and play fetch or she can't go for a walk until much later (in season or it's the summer so have to wait for cooler time) she's perfectly sound. If you take the time to instill confidence and calm behaviour you can help them grow into an amazing dog. She's an absolute dream of a dog, completely calm whilst I work from home and is excellent in training and play. If I believed all the naysayers of BCs I'd have not had this brilliant dog in my life.

[@brookethomo]

100% agree with this! They can be trained to harness their energy in to beautiful calm natured dogs :) sounds like you've done an amazing job with your girl x

[@Michael-rm8xl]

OMG add my 6 year old BC to this mix! ADHD and every other psychological disorder you can think of! We often joke at home that he needs more therapy than the rest of us😂😂 but I wouldn’t change a thing…there’s no breed like it. This was so perfect!!!🇨🇦

[@mckinnagoldstein889]

We have had a border collie for like 3 years I think since he was 12 weeks, he was raised in like a barn so he never went to the bathroom in the house not once. He loves fetch too greatest dog I have ever had

[@brookethomo]

Wow thats so cool! They are a great breed of dog :)

[@GsCConcrete123]

thank you for the content I have a six month dog and he is from a dog pound he loves his walks now still nips a bit.

[@jamiel3678]

Great video and you’ve covered so many good points! They definitely are super smart. A bit of feedback is I found the number of video cuts really distracting.

[@kristenvanmalden6377]

Cuts? What cuts? 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@brookethomo]

Thankyou! Yes, looking back on this video now there is waaay to many cuts, I think ive gotten better at editing since :) Thanks for your feedback!

[@hayleypaigereviews6744]

I’ve got two Australian cattle dogs and we just got a border collie pup (grew up with family members having both) and oh my god border collies are a lot calmer than cattle dogs, I couldn’t believe it 🤣 he’s got everything in cattle dogs that I love but also doesn’t do what I dislike my cattle dogs doing. We do lots of mental enrichment to keep them calm and tuckered out. Pup will be doing puppy class and then going on to finish the top level of obedience class + we’re gonna do agility with him. I’m also a vet nurse just like your sister 😊

[@dajilus2410]

wow at 3:12 you can really see the intelligence in her eyes. She looked at you like "oh shit, am I in trouble for all that hair" 😂 Gorgeous dog and great video 🤙🏽

[@DonnaWebeck]

Hi miss Brooke I love how sedar is just chilling

[@HollyObee]

Love it! 🤍

[@brookethomo]

Thanks so much for the inspiration! :) I always watch little stella x

[@drchilapastrosodrlasmacas438]

You are amazing with your craft!!!

[@deenobrown1]

I have a Bordoodle. Half border collie and half poodle. He is Super smart, super active, super loyal. He has many of the qualities that you mention. Best of all, thanks to the Poodle side, he barely sheds. He’s amazing. Definitely my best buddy.

[@brookethomo]

Wow! Sounds like a great dog, what’s his name? 🥰

[@deenobrown1]

@@brookethomo Ozzie. When you were describing your dog, I found myself nodding me head so many times. My dog will watch me cut my grass for hours and won’t leave until I’m done. Super smart. Super active. When you said yours understands English. They absolutely do. Or at least try to. He looks at me like the two of us are having a conversation. Great dog. And like I said, hardly any shedding at all. The exercise part was funny for me. Fortunately or Unfortunately, I’ve found a hack for that. My dog loves to chase me on my Utility vehicle. So I’m not getting exercise. Just driving. But he is absolutely obsessed with it. Take care and merry Christmas!

[@Crabfather]

A friend of mine has a BC, I dogsat him for a couple of weeks. It was almost unnerving how smart he was. It looks like I'm getting one from a local shelter here, and I'm really hoping he will be a great friend fir sandy, my whippet mastiff x who is missing doggy company.

[@pianisthye-younpark8155]

Thank you so much for your nice video, your buddy is so adorable.!!

[@brookethomo]

Thank you!! 😊 You are so kind xx

[@annataylor5327]

Do you have suggestions for reactive barking? Mines 6 months and I’ve been working on it a ton but it’s hardest to control when we are at a park and someone walks by outside the fence. Also pro- they are good hiking dogs

[@keke7945]

When training my border collie with barking when he was 1, I only repeated "no bark" and had mini treats in hand when he responded to my request. I didn't say "stop," "no," or call him name again and again. That's h Just confusing for the dog. I'd just give one command consistently for barking. Bring tiny treats to park and work on it for awhile.

[@zoeyssecondchance873]

My husband and I adopted a special needs Border Collie mix a couple years ago. Her previous owners accidentally ran over her when she was three months old. She has needed two surgeries since we adopted her, and she may need another one.

[@alexreid7386]

My neighbour's border collie never gets brushed, bathed or trimmed because his owners couldn't get him to sit still for it. He's 9 years old, and an outdoor-only dog who wanders around on the farm. Since I made friends with him earlier this year, I've started brushing him occasionally when he'll let me. His coat is very fluffy and gets full of seeds and twigs and spiders and things, but it doesn't look too bad most of the time, he seems to get a lot of them out by himself eventually. When I brush him, I just get rid of the few seeds that are left, such as ones stuck near his ear that he can't reach, and a small amount of fluff. Sometimes I wonder if it would be helpful for me to brush him more often since I've heard border collies need it, and I seem to be the only one who can get him to co-operate, but he doesn't seem bothered himself really. What do you think?

[@HexagonNightmare]

Just got one dumped on me. Fifth dog in my house now, most energetic dog I've ever seen. But also the most affectionate. Actually gives hugs n rubs up against you like a cat. Very smart definitely. No clue how old. She's actually laying down with the rest of my pack n just chilling right now. But yeah, gonna be a challenge.

[@brookethomo]

How is she settling in?

[@user-zv9no2my6j]

aww so cute! and when she rolled over lol. hope you make more videos with her. this was really informative. it's good to know how much energy you need, because not everybody has that. and I thought all dogs need to be walked 3 times a day, otherwise their bladder can get too full since they can only relieve them on a walk right?

[@brookethomo]

Yes I will definitely be making more videos with her :) That is probably the case if you don't have a backyard that can be accessed 24/7 but if you do have a backyard then walking is purely for exercise/ mental enrichment for the dog :)

[@rylieherman3137]

They don’t just use walks to relieve themselves. If you have a backyard they can use that too! Mine do that

[@mouthofthesouth3903]

Brooke !! Absolutely love love love your vids gal, we’re picking up a new pup today (border x golden retriever) just wanting to know what’s the first step? What do I do as soon as she comes in the new house? Thanks 😭💜

[@brookethomo]

This is the video for you! HOW TO TRAIN A NEW PUPPY - 8 week old border collie puppy kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWWTZpKZbsSqfLM

[@inkwhiskers9948]

Very helpful, thank you! I'm a German Shepherd owner who's looking for their next dog. I have no idea about what breed I want so this helped me out, thanks!

[@brookethomo]

You’re so welcome 🥰

[@maekapn3202]

Same here any other breeds you have thought about ?! I'm looking into this now

[@bbaff8622]

We have a 1 year old border collie/ACD. Wonderful wonderful girl as long as we let her get that energy out. Been going to dog parks since 4 months old and has pretty much come to love every single dog she has ever met. When she sees another dog willl lay down, then do that sneak up border collie walk to them to say hi. In last 6 months has never met a dog she did not get a long with.

[@sisijha4312]

Your border collie is beautiful! We may get one in may! But how much exercise would they need roughly per day?

[@gerardegelmeers2100]

Hee!! What a great video, I'm getting a border collie in one week!! 🐶

[@brookethomo]

Oh my gosh yay how exciting!!

[@MimiTachiwkawa]

Loved the video. Ok KZbin break over, time to go walk the border collie!

[@brookethomo]

Hahaha feels!

[@MightyRoos]

Slightly a bit different but many years ago had a Border Collie cross named Yogi. Thing I remember is his understanding human emotions. If were upset he would try and comfort you. If you were fighting someone he would bark at you. If were cuddling human companion he get in between as he didn’t want to miss out. If were angry he would hide. He was such gentle dog. My sister at time had her baby son over and he be crawling on the carpet. Yogi would think he another dog and start sniffing and licking him. My mum said don’t let him do that. I replied he loves him. He won’t hurt him. He just thinks he found a new dog buddy. You couldn’t used the walk because he knew the meaning. He start jumping up and down. He run to the draw where lead was. Later on we got another dog. Foxy Terrier names socks because she had 4 white paws. As pup she tormented Yogi yet Yogi never once got angry. The only time there was ever an issue was when there was bone. That is when love goes out the window.

[@elinemadeleine]

Had two border collies (one died at 8, and one at 15) and both where lovely, calm and well behaved. Perhaps we got lucky, but I also think that our own behavior around the dog matters a lot. If you’re calm… good chance the dog will be as well.

[@masnmjs]

Hello Brooke! I am thinking of adopting a Border Collie. But I live in a flat, however it is not a small flat, I am doing some researching and I am aware that they tend to bark a lot, so I wanted to understand how we can manage it. They are really high estimulated dogs, so I am trying to understand everything there is to know. How did you train Cedar? Thanks a lot, loved the video 😘😊

[@brookethomo]

They are such great dogs! But yes, need a lot of exercise and mental stimulation to keep they're busy minds working throughout the day. Cedar has never been a "barky" dog but she does growl every now and again when she hears an odd sound. I guess it depends on how you bring them up :)

[@barbaraanderson6061]

We have had 3 and they are the BEST!

[@thoughtspeakeasy8688]

Hi barbara idk if you’ll see this but i hope you do. Can you give me some tips and tricks? Thanks

[@smkc17]

Thankyou brook this is so helpfull

[@brookethomo]

🥰✨

[@SH-kn7ut]

I've been taking care of my friend's border collie - intermittently for the last few months - and they are truly the smartest dogs I have ever encountered. You can see the intelligence in their eyes - when they look at you...or when they're focused on something - you can see the gears turning in their heads! I taught my friend's dog to drink water on command...He would run and run and run, and I would decide that he needs to stop and take a drink. So, I would show him the water and tell him to take a drink. He would look at me, and then look at the water bowl and then look back at me...so, I would bend down and point at the water bowl and say, "Take a drink." Then he would take a drink! He drinks now whenever I tell him to - even without pointing at the water bowl!

[@MorganCuccia]

Thank you so much. I learned so much

[@_hellogan5541]

Woww. It’s really an informative video. They are really energetic and zippy. I like your video 🧡

[@brookethomo]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@sabrinadrakas444]

They are protective and gentle of children.

[@brookethomo]

I don’t have kids but that’s awesome to know 🥺😊

[@shelleyhoerauf3595]

For the most part...if they are part of the house. Our first border collie was the best with the children who stayed in our house that we didn’t even have to be with him....however, kids under age of 6 that were strangers, made him anxious and he would growl at them. Our 2nd border collie was the same...seems anxious around kids under age of 6 or so, but with him, I think it’s because they are so bouncy and dog etiquette illiterate. Does fine with older kids. Did fine around my niece and nephew when we used to babysit them...but they were 8&11 at the time. First dog, the girls we always had were 0-7. Those were his girl. My niece and nephew were under 5 when they started to stay with us with our first dog. I found with both dogs, when nervous with strange kids, let them be around but not close. Then let just one child at a time come closer and wait til the dogs wants to go to them....too many people don’t teach their kids not to run by dogs, run up and “hug” them around the neck. I’m grateful that my dogs have never bit anyone. But I am very attune with my dogs and very proactive. Just be aware of these types of issues.

[@shelleyhoerauf3595]

@@brookethomo I don’t have kids either. I’m on my 2nd border collie. Our first BC died weeks shy of 10 due to spleen cancer. Got our 2nd BC a couple weeks later. He’s 8 now and still acts with the energy of a 2yr yr old. I have found with both dogs, that children under about age 6, seem to have made both my dogs nervous and have made them growl. I have also found that young children in our home regular that stay here routinely (nieces and nephews) are absorbed into what they have thought was our family and were fine. Too many children however do not not dog etiquette and will run up and try to hug cause the “puppy is so cute”. Well, how would I feel if a stranger runs up to me and tries to hug me around my neck from behind, a person that’s bigger than me? I’d be scared....so I think little kids being so bounced and all over the place make the dog nervous. Have found he does better when he can go to the child alone to check child out and not feel overwhelmed. Good to be proactive if this is an issue in my book...prevent incidents that may be one an issue. Neither of my dogs ha e ever bit anyone....but then, I would hate for that to ever happen. Most kids don’t realize that when a dog growls, there’s a reason. I hope you have good luck with your dogs. Border collies are amazingly smart and are the best of companions. I write this as my dog sleeps on couch next to me. He doesn’t like me out of his sight. Loves to lay in his yard and watch the birds in the tree...or be teased by the squirrels....he also loves to take many of his “babies”(toys and his stuffed toys) out side and place them in piles. Sometimes he has several different piles. He will come back in, sniff through his toys, choose which one he wants...and back outside, puts it in a pile. Heaven forbid if I take any of his babies in....he will come back in, get each baby he had and put them back into his exact piles.....guess his way of herding his babies. Gotta love them.

[@yogurtz6676]

Would leaving a border collie with a puzzle toy for example help them stay entertained while your away for a while? For example going shopping or seeing freinds for awhile.

[@brookethomo]

Yes it would but because they’re so smart it wouldn’t keep them entertained for too long 😊

[@michaellawrence6677]

For like 5 minutes. They’re incredibly smart

[@mausambaral5197]

I enjoyed the video, looking forward to more.

[@brookethomo]

More to come! :)

[@FlowerPowerNZ]

Thanks for sharing. I am intending to get one of these amazing dogs.

[@brookethomo]

I’m getting another one too! 🥰

[@eenc485]

We have a 5 month old collie at the moment and have noticed that she's started to herd other dogs on walks (she'll get down on her belly and start crawling towards them) but when they do meet it's friendly and there's no problems. Could this be a problematic behavior we should start trying to train out of her or is it totally normal? Thanks! Great video.

[@brookethomo]

Cedar does a similar thing with birds! As long as she’s friendly when they meet then it should be fine I think it’s just normal border collie herding behaviour 😊

[@jackthelad9933]

A very informative video. Thank you.

[@brookethomo]

Glad it was helpful! :)

[@maaquijano]

Hi. Loved the video. One mistake, though. I am diagnosed with OCD and it's kind of offensive that this mental illness is being used in a very wrong way. But I'm sure you meant no harm. Suggestion is... It should be "Perfectionist Tendencies" since that's what a Border Collie has. Not OCD where chemical imbalance in the brain is actually present. Please. It's a real mental illness that causes depression and anxiety. But apart from that, I enjoyed watching this. I hope you and Cedar are staying safe and healthy. ❤

[@NirvanaVon16]

I really love the dog that’s why I’m so going to get one I need that kind of Energy in my life❤️❤️❤️😊😊😊

[@brookethomo]

Love that for you!!

[@NirvanaVon16]

@@brookethomo 💙☺️

[@thepubagain]

There is no cons, they are the best dog on the planet.

[@brookethomo]

They are so amazing ! x