Why Do Border Collies Stare

[@AngeliqueStevens]

Whenever our border collie, Maggie stares at us, we ask her simple questions such as potty, play, walk, drive, bedtime until she responds with her "yes please" circle. She came up with her own version of yes and it is soo cute! she does a full 360 turn twice and then prances in place.

[@raybryson7545]

i guess Im asking the wrong place but does any of you know a way to get back into an Instagram account? I was dumb lost my login password. I would love any tricks you can give me!

[@DrCarlaSeleme]

Man, your doggie (and this breed, in particular). I mean, she came up with her own code to inform you. Awesome!❤

[@YetisPlace]

That was really good! You really know and understand border collies. No wonder you and your pups have such a great, close bond.

[@TheDogVlog]

Thank you Heidi! It seems that every new dog has something to teach us. Lots of BC's are quirky but I do feel I've had a wide range of experiences with BC issues. I'm glad you liked the video!! Next game show - Yeti as a guest contestant. 😄😎 lol

[@YetisPlace]

The Dog Vlog oh dear, Janet. I am not good at sending videos back and forth. Technology and I....yikes!

[@TheDogVlog]

@@YetisPlace Haha, if we do a collab some day I will come up with something very easy. :D

[@YetisPlace]

The Dog Vlog :)

[@AskAMYvideos]

Literally had to come back again today to re-watch. I LOVE how well you put this together!!

[@TheDogVlog]

I am so glad Amy! I really respect your opinion!!

[@succubus20y]

Haha been here too... we always felt our BC connects to us differently if he needs something and so now I learned

[@LoneWolf-dv7ul]

I have a Borador, and all I can say is WOW! I am 56 and never encountered another dog like her. These videos are spot on. My Borador looks like her mother the Border Collie, and acts like her. This lady knows what she is talking about.

[@LoneWolf-dv7ul]

BTW ,she is the only dog we have ever had that plays with 'all' her toys. She loves tug of war, and going after the tennis ball. I love her to death.

[@TheDogVlog]

She's one lucky Borador to have you as her best friend. :)

[@brianpatrick3582]

It is so refreshing to hear a presenter who knows what she is talking about. I have watched a few of her videos and they are "Spot On". Well done and keep up the good work!

[@TheDogVlog]

Thank you so much! :)

[@its-jimmy]

Those collies are awesome, thanks for the video :)

[@TheDogVlog]

So glad to hear you enjoyed it. 😁

[@amandavanheerden7980]

You are the smartest doggie-mum. Dogs use very specific body language to communicate. I did not own a collie, but a very smart, beautiful mix. I taught her all her directions - left, right, up, underneath, around and how to say yes and no. She nodded yes and did a no-no head shake, pointed to whatever she wanted and knew the names of all the rooms in the house, objects like the couch, the bed, the fridge, her bowl, the names of each of her toys, people's names, her favourite places to go names like the park, the beach, etc. Now that is the basic functions of a human being. Dogs are experts at body language - they read us like a book. We humans can be blind and insensitive. We can learn so much from dogs - trust, kindness, open, loving hearts, a keenness to learn and understand the other. Dogs are just smart and very special to live in a cruel human world and to still care about us. They are precious gifts.

[@mr.wright4447]

I miss my 2 Border Collies! My dogs were my best friends! They were brothers, but my dog Buster was the one who would give the other dog the eye. It always made his brother Bernie nervous and it was pretty funny.

[@blessedrthosesermount99]

I have a border collie. He is SO intelligent and loyal!

[@michaellawrence6677]

One of the things I do with Aeon is hiding his toys. I put them all over in really tough spots and ask him where his toys are. If I hid them well he might be busy finding them for almost a few minutes.

[@TheDogVlog]

That's awesome! So fun for him. Border collies love fun, and it is such a great way to build a relationship. They totally know the difference when you are training because you feel you have to or when you are genuinely enjoying the experience. :)

[@joanmckinnon2368]

Borders are so smart love this video

[@tropezando]

My girl Maisy liked to do the hard stare with the stinky face at my one particular cat as a challenge, but her most common stare was the bombastic side eye.

[@susanstaples6171]

I am fascinated by this breed. I know I will never be a good candidate to own this breed, they would be the boss in the house in a hot minute😂 but I love to watch border collies who are well cared for by knowledge owners

[@TheDogVlog]

Some individual border collies are easier than others. :D Thanks for watching.

[@susanstaples6171]

@@TheDogVlog We did genetic testing on our mixed breed rescue and found out he is 1% border collie! I think that is why he learns so quickly!🐾

[@TheDogVlog]

@@susanstaples6171 interesting!

[@airsickspace9272]

It’s funny you would think that but each dog is unique and I had a mix breed of god knows what the only thing I knew was she had border collie. She is the best dog ever. We got her at 2 yrs old and she already was calm, independent, and perfect for us. We never looked for a breed just a dog that had the right temperament. Turns out my doggo named JJ fit that. She can be a couch potato and also loves running but she isn’t the type to need the full amount of exercise as a normal border collie and enjoys chilling by the window. We’ve had her for about 7 years now and we love her to death. She also is super smart like a border collie and knows body language well and it is impressive how kind she is considering what she probably went through in the shelter, through moving through families such as the foster to us, and whatever happened for her to loss 2 teeth and damage 1 with a scar across her lip. She is nervous but never aggressive probably because she trusts us and I always work with her to get used to people by teaching people how to approach her and her looking at me for guidance and knowing I am ok with people

[@caligokinetics7853]

Super informative! I adore your dogs, your channel is criminally underrated, keep up the good work! :D

[@TheDogVlog]

Thank you! I appreciate the kind comment! :)

[@thomasd9237]

👍👍 great info here I must be a little crazy, I have a BC & a Malinois ☺️

[@AskAMYvideos]

That was SO interesting & well done!!!

[@TheDogVlog]

PARENTING CHOICES Ask Amy oh thanks so much! Really appreciate that feedback. ❤️

[@Whiteshell204]

*This video should have more views!*

[@TheDogVlog]

Aw - thank you for watching! :)

[@Whiteshell204]

@@TheDogVlogafter having 4 border collies going on 4 decades...you know what you’re talking about.

[@TheDogVlog]

@@Whiteshell204 I seem to have had a few border collies throughout my life. haha!

[@Whiteshell204]

@@TheDogVlog they are very special creatures...and they have such BIG hearts....my dad passed away Jan 2 this year from a rare form of cancer and was gone in 1 month :/ My B/C was so close to him they went everywhere together...he saw him leave for the hospital and he didn’t come home & doesn’t know where he went...sat at the backdoor for 2 months and it breaks my heart...you can see it in his eyes he misses his dad :/ Got some videos on my page you’d probably like...animal related !

[@TheDogVlog]

@@Whiteshell204 I'm so sorry about your dad. My dad also passed away last year. It's so hard when our dogs grieve loved ones who have passed. Take care, I will have a look at your page.

[@virginielianne264]

This is such a good vid ! I love educational content like this🥰

[@TheDogVlog]

So glad you like it! :)

[@rosaliebaxter9019]

where getting a one year old border collie when we move into a bigger house!

[@prodwater334]

i love them

[@Artofficial1986]

My aussie shep does the hard eye when I try to grab something from him that he shouldn't have.

[@MabDarogan2]

Cool. Giant cameraman.

[@ciatangallaghe2485]

They're waiting for commands.

[@grigoriosmouratidis2643]

I love border collies are my favourite dog. I can't wait to get one soon. Also thank you for the video the collies are so cute.

[@TheDogVlog]

You are welcome. :)

[@fredsmith2277]

i have an australian kelpie and they are similar to collie dogs, i assume they used collie dogs to breed them in the beginning. it depends where he is starring from, on the bed in the middle of winter he wants his little mini blanket thrown over him, yeah he has his own little blanket !!!. he cant talk so he just stares at me thinking i need to learn to be a mind reader. i love that dog but he can be a pest some times ???, but overall we understand each other and i work hard at relieving him of his boredom which is actually painful for collies and kelpies !!!

[@ЕленаСмолова-о5ф]

Любимая порода бордеры лучшие.

[@bethbartlett5692]

So very - Border Collie Cool. ❤ my Cody.

[@TheDogVlog]

They are a fun breed and keep us on our toes!

[@strawberries217]

The staring from dogs is like trying to understand us. They have a look of huh?

[@TheDogVlog]

lol

[@fredsmith2277]

if i had to have another dog besides a kelpie it would be a short haired border collie, they are practically the same dogs, they have exactly the same issues, especially with boredom !!!

[@glidemusic1023]

If I can handle the cons of having a Collie (I watched your videos about it) and want a smart, loyal, and athletic dog, is there any better dog than a border collie?

[@TheDogVlog]

It so much depends on what people want and expect from a dog. I love the breed!

[@glidemusic1023]

@@TheDogVlog I just want a dog that is very smart and loyal. I want them to be fairly protective and obedient. I also want a good companion that will run with me. I am a long distance trail runner and have always wanted a dog that can run with me. My eye caught the border collie and I just love the breed so much. So I think I'm going to get one.

[@michaellawrence6677]

Aeon stares at me because he’s deciding which part of me he’s going to eat!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@TheDogVlog]

haha, more like hypnotizing you into feeding him or doing what he wants! ;)

[@rosemarydudley9954]

Sadly, I lost my Gyp a couple of months ago. After watching your video, I can still see "those" stares. If I got a "stare" - I just said time for wee weeeees. Then he thundered down the stairs and waited at the front door. (We have a huge spread of grass and trees out side) The difference between dogs and bitches is that a bitch will go outside, do her wees and come in. A DOG however, has to sniff at every blade of grass, pass a drip then onto the next ...Oh, we had so much fun together. BTW, loved watching your dogs. (Those eyes!)

[@fredsmith2277]

yeah my dog has to piss on every tree he passes and lamp post as well ??? i suspect he is marking his territory, some owners don't like that, but i say let him fulfil his natural instincts if it makes him happy, he is a dog after all and if letting him piss on what ever he wants to then so be it, as long as he is happy, it is all secret doggy business anyway, who knows why they really do it, but it cost me nothing to let him sniff and piss on everything when we walk, he is always off lead anyway so i don't have to go out of my way to accommodate him, he has been off lead nearly all his long life, he is 9 years old already, but being off lead suits him and me just fine !!! he is happy to be off lead and running from one pissing spot to the next, but unfortunately when he sniffs vigorously he starts to drool and that is an unpleasant sight, i get a stick off the ground and brush it off when it gets to much, that's my only complaint, but i can live with it, which is lucky because there is no fixing it at all, just brushing the drool off ???

[@amazingwowhaha]

I have a question- what happens if you stare dogs in the eye for too long. Will they react? 🤔

[@TheDogVlog]

Many dogs will react by either staring back or showing signs of stress (lip licking, looking away, sniffing etc). People sometimes think this is a way to show a dog you are the "leader" but it actually stresses dogs out. If you are the dog's owner and you are just looking at the dog they don't usually feel pressured. But a continuous stare, especially from a stranger, can provoke a bad reaction from many dogs.

[@charlesmartin1121]

In our dog play group, which has a few Border Collies, I have often returned their stares without any negative effect. On the other hand when doing so I am not approaching them. I think you are making people unnecessarily afraid, especially as Border Collies are known for their characteristic stares.

[@TheDogVlog]

Which part of the video came across as scary to you? Yes some dogs won't react negatively to staring and many others do. It really depends on how you define staring. Unblinking stillness directed towards another is something none of my dogs have enjoyed. It's something to consider when approaching a dog, especially if you don't know the dog. I would like more people to learn how to approach dogs in a way that makes dogs comfortable, and sometimes that means not even approaching at all. We can be much less afraid of dogs if we learn more about their body language and what makes them comfortable and uncomfortable. And yes every dog is an individual.

[@charlesmartin1121]

@@TheDogVlog I am not practicularly afraid of dogs in general. That said I treat them with respect, and would never approach a dog without conversing with their owner first. If you want to give a good safety tip, tell children to never hug a dog by draping themselves over the animal's hindquarters. Dogs like wolves see this as a dominance move, and may react aggressively.

[@TheDogVlog]

@@charlesmartin1121 I was just wondering why you thought the video would make people unnecessarily afraid. I don’t find it comes across that way so I was curious.

[@charlesmartin1121]

@@TheDogVlog The advice you offered at the end, I felt could be taken by some individuals to act in a sheepish manner around meeting a new dog. I have found from experience that dogs, being socially astute animals, can pick-up on hesitancy and may interpret it as fearfulness. Sometimes with negative results. Approaching a new dog with a calm confident demeanor is best, which can include some eye contact (though obviously not a stare). Have a good day.

[@SuzyTopAgent]

They are all winners in my book 👍I'm glad I've learned not to stare dogs in the eye. I've met lots of dogs that aren't happy that their parents didn't tell them their house is for sale.

[@TheDogVlog]

Yes lots of people don't know about approaching new dogs and that many don't like eye contact. And I'll bet you do meet a few unhappy dogs - strangers coming into the house can be confusing especially if it didn't happen much previously. I had a flood so will be having my flooring replaced. That should be interesting - have had reno's with previous dogs and it can be a bit scary for them. So I'll have to come up with a plan for the dogs and I. Might be in the car a lot! lol

[@nm6857]

I know that stare 😂

[@TheDogVlog]

Me too! :D

[@animal_lover7159]

NO DISLIKES?! Thank god

[@TheDogVlog]

Don't egg them on. lol! Thanks. :)

[@fredsmith2277]

there often to smart for there own good at times, it would be better to have a plain dog sometimes than a professor for a dog, they are just so keen and alert not much gets past there keen attention. they are just keen and ready to go, they just want action and adventure, boredom is their number one enemy and a board border collie dog is trouble or about to become trouble they will find some sort of adventure, the lesson is find as many games, puzzles and amusement's as you can for your dog, if they suffer too much boredom they will become delinquent dogs and they will be ruined !!! i keep my australian kelpie well amuse, his favourite toy is the remote control high speed buggy he loves to round up, and it gives him an excellent work out, he huffs and puffs chasing that high speed buggy, but he needs many games and toys to keep him stimulated and away from long screeches of boredom !!! dont let a border collie get too board for too long, it makes them crazy and they will become insane pests !!!

[@YouTubemessedupmyhandle]

They stare because they know.

[@TheDogVlog]

Border Collies know everything.

[@mikrosixtysix]

1:40 whats that on her neck?

[@TheDogVlog]

That's a Hedz Up Watercollar. Keeps his head above water. He is epileptic and once almost drowned while having a seizure. So it's for his safety.

[@physioHarinder4141]

Can i import border collie dog in India your help

[@GaryM67-71]

Stick with cats, Abyssinians are just like dogs, loyal, affectionate, fun, but they never would bite you.

[@TheAbrantino]

It takes me one hour to make 3 km with mine

[@TheDogVlog]

Do you jog with your border collie?