THERAPY COLLIES

[@StreetGang2017]

I revisit this video from time to time to remind myself just how much I love my Collie Spock and consider him my best friend Thanks

[@elmofeneken4364]

This is one of the most significant, informative, well complete video on dogs I've seen in a long time. Being a dog owner for decades and collies for sure(There have been 7 collies in my life)I must say, I really enjoyed the story presented here. This deserves more than one thumbs up.

[@mikelgibson4781]

I had a Smooth Collie and he was such a good sweet dog. He was so compassionate and emotional tuned into me and I will never forget him . I recently lost him during Covid and I will never forget my buddy. He was very chatty and loving purr almost like a kitten when petted. He was taught agility and really loved it. He also liked running and playing tag. I really miss him terribly.

[@maureenmackey4879]

My smoothie is replacing my old dog as my emotional support dog. He is so gentle and kind already. So smart. I wouldn’t rate my tri smoothie for ANYTHING. he has picked up everything so fast, I agree with you. So great

[@mikelgibson4781]

@@maureenmackey4879 It is nice to see someone feels the same about Smooth Collies. They are really nice, sympathetic dogs who have a great personality. Hope you enjoy each other. I miss my collie still. I don't think I am over him yet.

[@maureenmackey4879]

Best dogs ever !!!!

[@davidrobinson7112]

Mike sound like a Collie type human. I think you should have another. Collies need people like yourself.

[@mikelgibson4781]

@@davidrobinson7112 Thanks for your message. I do love collies, and I might get another in the future. It's just that I am getting older and don't know if I have the stamina or the finances for another buddy. I think having a collie is a privilege and want it to go well for everyone. So right now I will wait until the opportunity is right. I think losing my buddy during Covid was one of the most difficult thing I had to do. I really think collies have the most dynamic ,playful, and soulful attitude of all dogs and they are very caring and charming dogs to own.

[@mariaswanson5419]

Beautiful, just beautiful… thankyou so much for sharing…

[@dovilee5472]

This video came up as recommended. I’m not complaining, it’s great!

[@Wonka0998]

I can't believe I sat through the whole video but I'm glad I did.

[@bevgilbey6784]

Hi my name is bev I have a collie called lassie i lost my other collie lady to cancer but will be buying my other collies soon. Thankyou for the therapy programs to collies Thanks Bev

[@clairelaroche1217]

My Nellie, tri collie, was an amazing therapy dog here in Ottawa Canada and I can relate to this great video. Nellie and I were often chosen for special assignments, including a case of a 4 year old boy who had a week to live, and had stopped talking out of pain and sadness at being very sick with cancer. Nellie helped the little boy find his voice, and the parents last week with their son was improved, as the boy talked about his Nellie visit. We visited children hospital working closely with medical teams and Child Life Specialists, in the trauma unit. We also spent time in the Rehabilitation Center with head injury clients. Nellie read with kids under Reading Education Assistance Dog (R.E.A.D.) program for 3 years, connected to troubled teen Highschool program, worked with psychologists and teachers assisting kids in the spectrum when transitioning into the school program. I have to say over the past 12 years as a therapy dog handler with my sheltie Marcus and tri collie Nellie, this is the first really well made video that perfectly explains the love of collies and therapy dog volunteering. Thank you for sharing your wonderful story with your collies. Sadly I put my Nellie down in July but am pleased to say I will be bringing home my new blue merle puppy, Luna, on Nov 5th

[@veronicamcclure]

Collies, I think, have always been good at picking up on emotional ques from their Alphas and family. If they are good the Collie no matter kind or lookalike, will adapt their behavior to please the family.

[@zaxfourtrax]

I have a rough collie named Kristopher. He is a rescue. He may be mixed with a German shepherd or something else not sure. But he is the most beautiful dog I have ever seen. He gets attention absolutely everywhere he goes. He is such a sweet boy. He loves to give kisses but he also likes to play rough. He is also a certified therapy dog and he goes to the old folks home. They love him. He is about 4. He is a great dog. I love him

[@katienelson9627]

Bravo! You have captured what a collie represents! Their gentle and calm way, soulful eyes full of love, intelligence that far exceeds most other dogs, and all wrapped up in a beautiful body. Such a touching video of the work you, your wife and your dogs do! I had rough collies in my life growing up. They are truly a magnificent dog. Thank you for sharing them with folks who wouldn't have the chance to feel the unconditional love of a collie. It's clear that they enjoy their work and everyone they come in contact with.

[@christinepolacek1116]

If I ever got another dog , it would be a rough collie /// I like pedigree dogs … also love Australian shepherds. Lovely video … have a childhood memory of my piano teachers two collies … so well trained and they made an impression on me forever 😊

[@evawalshy]

I love this video! Thanks love all of this video.

[@WrestlingStarTrekGuy]

Collie is the best dog breed ever, I have one named Ted

[@mM-gl1rp]

Hi. I had and now have a Sheltia again. And I also had a Scottish collie. Islay, Fly and now we have a yearling Tara. I love them. they are a matter of my heart.💓 Maťa from Slovakia 🇸🇰 Thank you very much 💕💕💕

[@dawnrasor7515]

Loved your very informative video. One of my bucket list items is to train one of my rough collies to be a therapy dog. 2 of my previous Collies visited nursing homes and were wonderful with residents, aides and visitors. Collies seem to have a way of sensing how gentle they must be with people they meet whether that person is a new baby or elderly person who they must be very calm and gentle with or a rowdy teen who wants some rowdy playtime or someone who is hurting or emotional and just needs a furry soul to connect with. My current tri male may be the one with more time and training on my part. We also adopt double merle special needs Collies who are often deaf or have vision issues. Please keep up the great work in being a wonderful embassador for the Rough Collie.

[@kimberlyagzigian2882]

Wonderful video - My blue merle collie Grayson McCloud and I have just begun our journey training to be a therapy team. Thank you for your service to others!!!

[@adrianjarvinen]

As a service dog handler I have to commend you for your extensive knowledge! I'm so happy you're spreading awareness, I'm looking into a collie for a prospect. I spend so much of my time trying to spread awareness and help people get what they need, it's unfortunate that there's so much misinformation around the differences of working dogs. All of these animals are so important. You're doing such good in the world! Keep up the good work, honestly many people need the support

[@acemask1]

Thank you for your work, Adrian. The problem of fake service dogs continues to increase and makes it difficult for those with legitimate ones. Hopefully, regulations will eventually pass to curb the practice.

[@rhamil54]

A great video! I have shared it with new Collie owners on Facebook that wish to train their dogs in a service capacity.

[@jilledmondson6894]

I have a rescued rough collie. She is the sweetest, calmest and just an absolutely wonderful dog. She was rescued by Tri State Collie Rescue from a puppy mill, where she was used as a breeding dog. TSCR is in the states of Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky, Indiana, West Virginia and Illinois. They are a great group of people who ALSO love COLLIES. THANKS FOR YOUR VIDEO. JILL EDMONDSON

[@se9f282]

I just got a bi-black collie pup from the Maryland branch of this wonderful organization. They have a very devoted group of ex-breeders, fosters, transporters, and supporters.

[@AlfieLassie1945]

What a really nice positive video . Just the sort of thing we need in this depressing world . I have two rough collies and live in the UK and both are very popular with people when I take them out and loads of children especially seem to be drawn to them but not other breeds .Great positive video really enjoyed watching .

[@marcdorfner8446]

I adopted a rough from the Humane Society..She saved my life and I saved hers. I named her Karma.

[@eileenshaw5960]

Wonderful video, you are extremely knowledgeable. My French Bulldog and I visited hospice patients and he loved it. He knew that he was working and doing something very special and important.

[@teddydabear242]

I have a beautiful rough collie "Tiberius". I would love for him to be a therapy dog. But he tends to be timid.

[@Patriciacollier-v3l]

It's good that collies are not as popular as they were when the tv show was on. People will impulse buy or adopt dogs that are in popular tv shows. That happened recently with Game of Thrones Inuit dogs (dire wolves). Many of those dogs ended up in shelters. It's very rare (I checked) to see a stray collie in a city shelter.

[@robertsandberg2246]

Number 37 in popularity?! And primarily because there isn't currently a TV show on that features them?! How vain is humanity that such a wonderful breed loses it's place just because there isn't a TV show on?!

[@voiceofreason7856]

On the other hand ? Not being 'popular' can also mean there are fewer 'opportunistic' breeders out here that breed them ONLY because they're 'popular' which can lead to unhealthy dogs because - to those types of 'breeders' - it's ALL about 'quantity' and NOT 'quality' !

[@robertsandberg2246]

@@voiceofreason7856 good point.

[@voiceofreason7856]

@@robertsandberg2246 Thank you. I am currently owned by a big, beautiful, Rough Collie boy. My fourth Rough Collie, over the years, from the same breeder. His markings look just like Reigns. So, the true 'Lassie' markings, less the white blaze on the face. :)

[@Csoery]

Wow this was beautiful and very informative! I'm hoping to get a Sheltie pup soon and I admit, I had no idea that dogs can make such an amazing difference in other people's lives, not just their owners'. I would love to have my dog trained to be a therapy dog and do volunteer work with her at kids' hospitals or elder homes to bring a little joy and companionship to those who need it the most. This video has given me tremendous inspiration, thank you so much! (Am I the only one who cried through half of it btw?)

[@PaticiaCoRmick]

I love collies

[@richardsoderkvist6383]

Thank-you for making this wonderful video. It's very good nice information about Collies . I have my third Sheltie called Laddie he is 7years of age will be 8years of age in September.God willing. He is my best friend a very nice lovely wonderful dog. Dogs are man's and women's best friend.

[@Pooreyorick]

What a great voice! (You must be a pro.) And what a great script. I'm searching for my next collie, and this video has inspired me to investigate the possibility of therapy dog certification. Thank you.

[@davidrobinson7112]

Such a wonderful and lovable creations

[@evelynrogers7145]

Can’t wait till I get my puppy

[@LRyan-li9wr]

I have memories in the far corners of my mind of watching Lassie on TV, when I was a very little girl... Lassie simply defined "love" for me.

[@rmcshugs]

Beautiful.... Thank you for making this informative and touching video❣️

[@DOGGOLDEN168]

they are so cute. How old are they ?

[@MrGadfly772]

As Therapy dogs are trained to be friendly with strangers AND have been trained to be well behaved, I would think that they too should be allowed in stores and restaurants. Our therapy dog gave the endless therapy of love to EVERYONE he met. He was a Collie/Poodle mix.

[@cherylt8590]

Just found your channel, love lassie, and collies of course,also love the shelties ty for sharing this just beautiful 😊💙👍...

[@evelynrogers7145]

There magnificent

[@whisper-wave-24]

This is so lovely! Thank you

[@celenajones6352]

Awww what a beautiful video. ☺💜

[@MrLucianaBragio]

I live in British Columbia, Canada and this is exactly I want to attempt in my future clinic for children and teens. How is possible to you help me to give love for next generation?

[@MrPAPAGAYO46]

Los Pastores Collies son en mi opinión los perros más bellos, nobles y vistosos de todas las razas caninas, su elegancia y su estampa de mascotas y de protectores merecen el sello de excelencia como amigos entrañables de sus dueños y de sus entrenadores; y más que mascotas, son miembros de las familias que los poseen, por su dulzura su docilidad y su mansedumbre con casi todos los niños.

[@Faith_and_Kindness]

Nice positive video, congratulations for your service, I have a question, the collies that are suitable for therapy dogs are from a specific breeding line or any collie can be a therapy dog? And something else, collies from working lines, can be therapy dogs due to the fact that they have high prey drive and herding instinct?

[@dianebruns2315]

In my experience, collies do not have a high prey drive - on the contrary, they are very gentle and protective of other animals. Our two collies pay no attention to cats, birds, or small dogs. In fact, the small dogs are almost always behave aggressively towards my dogs and they just ignore it.

[@robertsandberg2246]

I ❤ Collies. 🐶❤🐾

[@jeannetterw]

My fam always had ruffies. My boi Laddy was the best boi. What an earthly delight he was. Just the nicest.

[@celenajones6352]

Awwww they are sooo gorgeous! 💜

[@powercore2305]

These little furry angels made my day, god bless!

[@JustMe-ec2ph]

I love all dogs but especially Collies and Shelties! All the Lassie TV shows and movies will always be among my favorites so it's sad to see the popularity of Collies dropping down the list 😥 They are wonderful beautiful smart dogs just like Shelties even though they aren't the same Breed. It's only because Collies are too big for me to handle why I have had Shelties instead.

[@simonalyneenderz3247]

Great info!!

[@caminodeletras.5082]

Thank You!!!!!!

[@veronicamcclure]

I know one thing my own collie, Laddie, could be left in a house by himself for a trip to the store or neighbor, and when we returned he had not suffered Separation Anxiety.

[@echonovember2037]

Brilliant video :)

[@shannoncarmody3805]

I want one :-)

[@morphie12]

I enjoyed the video; however, it should be noted that there is a White Collie variation which is officially recognized.

[@mandyholmberg5106]

I am a really! Very big dog lover and puppy lover forever and ever ❤️❣️💌💟💝💖💗💓🩷💜💚🧡💛🩵💙💕💞🐕🦴

[@valeriozecchinelli2555]

È una creatura meravigliosa

[@DogThecity]

Great and Informative Video

[@MO7ammeD95]

👏❤👏👏👏😍👏😍👏😍❤😉❤😍❤😍❤😄🤗🤗👏🤗🤗😇😄👏🤗❤😄👏

[@tammyandm.e.8843]

There is the pure bred white collie you forgot to add to the different types

[@theguys6363]

I have one therapy dog

[@theguys6363]

Woohoo so cute

[@lilyhanns6471]

I was one collie really she will in my ❤️ forever. Her name was danitza.

[@Csoery]

2:56 That sounds incorrect, as they were bred from collies and king charles spaniels?

[@MO7ammeD95]

😄🤗👏😇👏❤❤😘❤

[@theressamurphy2996]

How about swimming? I had a rough collie as a child. We have a home on a lake. I swim and would like a partner.

[@mariogomez1876]

We have a Beatifull Collie her name is Bali...she's 6 months The Best Dog ever

[@26snoopy82]

Is there any places that train collies for service dogs for handicap people I the southeast United States.

[@acemask1]

Collies are not normally chosen for service dog work. Golden retrievers and Labradors are the breeds most frequently used. Other breeds are used, of course, depending on the individual's handicap. The only organization that trains collies for service dogs is in Washington Stste: www.kingsvalleycollies.com/.

[@26snoopy82]

Ace Mask yeah I found that company on line. But I live all the way on the east coast. So I’m also looking into train a puppy my self if I can convince my family to let me get a puppy. Our family dog died years ago. My parents do not want another dog but I do. When she died a therapist told me I should look into get my own service dog. During this out break I’m doing research. I love all dogs. But I would rather have a collie than a golden retriever or lab.

[@llb8105]

@@26snoopy82 Hey Snoopy, A very good family friend of mine breeds rough collies, we've been given Collies from them my entire life, they're very kind hearted Christian people. Long story short they reference www.stirlingcollies.com/ on their website, for me that's confirmation enough to know they're good people as well. A lot of breeders here prefer to meet the family before they sell them a pup. Read through their site I linked then contact them, maybe they can help point you in the right direction for your region as a few breeders here in Minnesota have helped start up other people across the country. I must say function over aesthetics is the rational way of choosing a service dog. Their site on the home page that link sends you to states "Although a Collie lives in your home, they are a working dog and are sold and used for purposes such as Breeding, Guarding, Herding, Security, Service, and Therapy." Read their site, contact them with your intentions/hopes, if you give them a reason to feel like they could help in any way them I'm sure they will.

[@acemask1]

@@26snoopy82 I would be very cautious of the breeder recommended in a response you received on this string. A dog that is eligible for AKC registration is not the only quality you should look, for and before selecting from this or any other breeder, I urge you to investigate further. I notice there are a couple of negative reviews of this breeder online, so proceed with caution and never buy sight unseen. True quality collies are difficult to come by. I urge you to research and to visit collie conformation dog shows when they are held in your area, and talk to the professional breeders you meet there. Note that a quality breeder will also be very selective about who they sell to and they will require you to have your pup spayed or neutered. Most will also provide a contract that specifies that if you give up your collie for any reason, it must be returned to the breeder. Research and be very selective. Also, if you are looking for a service dog, it is recommended you research that as well. There is a big difference between a professionally trained service dog, which is covered by the Americans With Disability Act, and an emotional assistance dog or therapy dog, which is not. The latter two types are not allowed to accompany the handler into restaurants and supermarkets. Seeadata.org/guide/service-animals-and-emotional-support-animals Good luck!

[@doreenkern441]

❤dogs teach ja to be humans❤

[@cristinamonaco3474]

Mettete traduttore italiano

[@ghostpine]

I have a rough collie named Gus who is a pet therapy dog

[@Jaszladany]

There're no collies like these here in Europe. Our small, hairy, fox-like creatures don't even similar to those wonderful breed on the video. I'm so sad about this! 😞

[@francisleroux1035]

sa cétait avant!!!!