10 Things Border Collies Hate That You Should Avoid

My border collie hates joggers and cyclists and its a game to him to chase and bark at them.

She is getting violent!!! No other dogs can touch me ???

You make Border Collies sound emotionally fragile, fearful dogs. My dad raised them for 36 years and most of them were absolutely fearless. We had one who was afraid of strangers, that's it. Even that dog became a fierce protector if my sister and I were home alone. They were all tough as nails, stared down 1,500+ cattle, got kicked in the head by said cattle and bounced right back up & went after the kicker. There are a couple of things I don't think you stressed enough: 1. They are bred to herd. If they don't have something to herd or a reasonable, substitute job, they will find a job for themselves. In most cases, it will not be something you like (like digging up your garden or pulling laundry off the clothesline and scattering it all over the yard.). 2. They HATE being contained even in a large yard. When ours had puppies, Dad would let her out of the pen where she and the pups were safe several times a day so she could run free. My sister and I stayed with the puppies while she was out. Several of our dogs figured out how to unlatch the gate on our pen.

Sounds! My border collie is very sensitive to sounds!

No, I don't own a Border Collie, I own a Boxer and she insists on the same 10 things! Especially the being left alone part.

They are very sensitive Dog's and usually bond with their carer more than other breeds. Probably because they were bred to be a one Man Dog, working with their Sheep Farmer and not being a house Pet. They would sleep outside in a Kennel or Barn.

Many Sheep farmer's are very cruel to their BC when training them when Puppies to Herd. 😩

Even if my BC is lying down relaxing or asleep, if i say the word "Alexa" he will immediately stand up. Its very strange. Anyone else get that reaction from their BC.?

Having had the pleasure of Border Collies I know they require a lot of stimulation, exercise and love. If you aren’t able to commit to these expectations please enjoy another breed. If you do bring a Border Collie into your family be assured that you will have his or her unwavering love and loyalty for his or her whole life.❤

We have two 18 month border collie pups, er velociraptors...

Theft is as way they may act out.

I first fell in love with Border Collies when I was, I suppose 4 or 5. (i'm now 69). I didn't know where it came from, until sometime aged about 12, I was talking to my dad, and he told me, that when I was, say 5, I was taken to see my paternal Grandfather in Scotland, by overnight sleeper train from London, a great adventure at that age. It was dad's first chance to show off his son (Me), for the first (and last) time. He was a Fireman, and earned a very low wage, so this was an expensive and special trip, as his dad was dying. I entered the room where he lay, and there was a dog, laying on a chair, ignoring everyone. I being curious, walked up to this animal and started to stroke it. It didn't respond to me, so I left it alone. Grampa died days later. Later, dad said, I started asking questions about said dog, and dad explained that it was a Border Collie and was a he. He was Grampa's dog, and had been in the family for a long time. He didn't like anyone except Grampa, and it was nothing personal, he was just Grampa's dog. As the years rolled by, I became a dog lover and have been ever since. I have wanted a dog since that first meeting with that animal, but didn't know why. Now I know. I also know, at my age and with various medical conditions, I can't have a dog. Instead I support an animal charity for preloved Border Collies. This way I get vicarious pleasure from knowing that I'm helping save these dogs from a fate worse than death.

Border collies are so cute

I plan on getting one more such a friend I know some people get one realizing later that it is a commitment that has to be made there are no bad kelppies mike LAMSON

I have a beautiful border collie and one day. I don’t know what happened, but he’s scared of people now I went on a vacation and left my dog with my family. When I came back he was scared. I’ve been taking him to training so maybe they can help him, but I really just don’t know what to do because it doesn’t seem like he’s getting any better and I feel so bad for him

Border Collie's need to be part of the family, involved in everything. They are the BEST companions.

Humans are also social animals. But human animals, that's different subject all together. XD Maybe having a real border collie is hard, just stick the plushies I have of em. owo

Best dogs ever no other dog comes close

That red dog looks the same as my baby

We adopted an older border collie , probably Pomeranian mix , definatly border collie though . She lived outside with her mom under a porch , when her mom passed the neighbors would see this lonely little dog outside , thank god one day she developed a large tumor on her leg , this gave aspca a reason to remove her . We adopted her and she has become everything to me . I get emotional when I think of her all alone , now she has a new mom dog she is stuck too and two brothers ..its hysterical how she understands who is alpha , she sleeps with her sister Chloe and needs to be with her but will hunt around the yard with her brother Winston , the big golden mountain dog . Frank ignores her , hes a really weird golden retriever, loves people , ignores other dogs ..

Yumi is 11 now. When I got her, I lived in a studio apt. But we did so much mental training. I love her so much. We speak without even talking. I can look at her and know what she wants, and she can look at me and know what I want. They can be very destructive without the proper outlet. I walked her a lot and got her lots of puzzle toys. I had her helping me around the house as well.

Only half way thru & want to give back my rescue do to your words & description of his breed. Lucky for him that we watch & listened to many others before yours.
You sound like a conspiricy nut that hates this breed.

My wonderful girl Skye turned 2 in February. She was rescued from a horrible kill shelter, fostered for five weeks then I adopted her.
She and I have had one year together. She is amazing, super intelligent and very beautiful.
She has a bit of leash reactivity if she’s on a leash and another dog walks by she barks incessantly. Some trainers say that can never be cured, but it can be managed. Off leash she is great except occasionally towards certain larger dogs, she has shown some aggression if approached in the wrong way.
I don’t know what her young puppy life was like, but I can’t imagine it was great if she wound up at that kill shelter. So glad she was saved.
If anyone has suggestions about how I can get her to remain calm on a leash when other dogs are present that would be helpful.
Some trainers recommend treats for every little event that occurs but she put on 4 pounds !So I don’t want to give her a treat after every good deed, I tend to reward her with gentle talk, love and kindness instead of treats all the time. I appreciate any suggestions about managing her leash reactivity and training in general. It seems a border collie is unique and may not fit into the same training regime as many dogs do.?

Hot air balloons ... mine went crazy

Mine hates ceiling fans.

As someone who no interest in dogs and really didn't like them. Seeing people in parks or walking dogs looked like the most boring mind numbing thing possible. Then he came. Was only asked to look after him for a week and I expected that to be one long dreary week.. He came on the Saturday and the first two days were the dog on the lead and really not knowing what to do with him. By the Wednesday the switch flipped. No lead and I took him into my world. Fields, woods. Places I went. Seven years later that wee boy is never away from my side. I never met a more intelligent understanding or as good a dog ever. I don't treat him like a pet. That working dog in him needs to be appreciated and stimulated. I get plenty of exercise and know he enriched every aspect of my life. He a gentle beautiful soul and incredible fun and joy to share my life with. And I know he was the one who showed me who he was and cemented the bond.

number 1! That's why my border collie is scared of her squeaky toy

They are amazing animals and companions. Trainable and yet loving and smart. ❤

spot on.

Border Collies don't make good pets, but they do make the best companions you could ever wish for. I have been fortunate to have had 7 Collies over my life time with one currently sitting across from me at the dining room table staring me out. He wants to go into the garden even though he's just had 2 hours in the woods chasing squirrels and his ball. One tip always allow them to have a break after eating before allowing them back out to chase pigeons, balls and their nemeses the grey squirrel. The sun is out so we will be spending the best part of the day in the garden, before he goes down to the beach for another 2 hour play time. This is the only time he gets sassy trying to get him back in the car to come home, the beach has to be his number 1 fav place.

I don't have a Border Collie so I can't tell, but it's a good thing to know what to pay attention to, before I get myself a dog, like for example a Border Collie

NUMBER 7!!! I think most people considering a BC don't realize how much time and attention they can require. BUT...totally worth it!

I am planning on getting a border colloie, but i have a few questions. Are they able to live in a pretty big apartment and can be left alone for about 4 hours? If left alone, do those puzzle games work?

I have a 1 yr old border collie/great Pyrenees mix. He is beautiful and very playful. Ive had 4 other great Pyrenees but never a border collie. This pup has had seperation anxiety from the day i got him as a puppy. Hes getting somewhat better but has meltdowns when i have to leave him with my other two small dogs for even a few minutes.
He also wont listen to my commands at crucial times. Great Pyrenees are very independent like that as if they are the boss but was not sure of border collies.

I have a 4 year old rescue Border Collie. She is non aggressive, friendly and likes trying to herd squirrels by giving them the “ Border Collie Stare.” My issue is she likes to be alone if we are not out walking. She usually will go to another room or a different part of the room to have her space. Often she will go to sleep but other times she is simply laying down but awake. I will go over and pet her for awhile but then give her space. She will also come over to me and lay in her bed next to my chair. Sometimes she is sitting on the sofa and if I try to pet her for any length of time, she will jump down and go over to her bed. She does like quiet. Thunderstorms or someone moving things around upstairs can sometimes make her want to go over to her bed in the empty bedroom. No barking, or shaking, but just isolation in her bed. I do have white noise that I play when there is thunder. It does help but she is still nervous. My vet suggested Trazadone to help with her anxiousness but I don’t really see any difference. She still isolates and possibly sleeps more. Any ideas on what this is? Her brother and sister, also strays that were found with her easily came over to the people who rescued them off the street. My pup had to have a food bait with a kennel that locked behind her to finally retrieve her. Any help would be appreciated.