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

BORDER COLLIE! 5 Reasons You SHOULD NOT GET A BORDER COLLIE! Border Collie's are not for everyone, they are incredible dog breed, one of my favourites in fact, but that doesn't not mean everyone should get a Border Collie, and in today I explain why!

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[johndoe-wvnu]

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.

[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.

[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. :)
even follows me to the loo.🤦🏻‍♂️

[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.

[trex]

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.

[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)

[oscar_]

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

[mycolliesandme]

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.

[lindseyhall]

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 😂

[lizrobinson]

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

[nocturnalgamer]

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.

[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.

[johnlightbody]

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!!

[downeastjd]

"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.

[Bluemarlin]

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.

[angr]

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.

[goktugcaglargonuller]

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.

[jtube]

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