Border Collies are considered a premier herding breed. Breed owners also state that the Border Collie is the most intelligent breed. Add brilliant personality qualities and appealing appearance and you have an ideal pet and working dog. No wonder many people are easily attracted to the breed and want to purchase a puppy immediately. This seems to be an unreasonable thing to do. Despite their wonderful traits, Border Collies have specific care requirements and are not the breed for everyone. Many dogs that have been bought on impulse find themselves in rescues because of the owner's inability to cope with incipient difficulties. Hence, it is wise to learn more about Border Collies before purchasing a puppy and decide if it is the right breed for you.
Border Collies - Dogs - Breed Specifics
Border Collies were bred for herding activities. Unlike many other working breeds they have managed to preserve their working qualities and are now used on farms and excel in various canine trials and shows. The Border Collie is a very active dog. Exercise needs depend greatly on the age of the dog, climate, diet, and other factors. Breeders and owners are advised to watch their dogs carefully and determine the amount of exercise individually. Overall, Border Collies need a few 45-minute walks a day. Since the breed has a weather resistant coat, the dogs do not care what sort of weather it is outside. They are happy to play in any weather and enjoy walking off-leash. Choose a safe area and let your dog run for a while.
Play is the best exercise for Border Collies. They like to fetch things and prefer vigorous exercise. They need both physical and mental exercise. Border Collies also like swimming. This activity is strongly advised for dogs with hip dysplasia. Swimming does not injure bones and keeps the dog fit.
Border Collies - Dogs - Coat Care
Border Collies do not need a lot of grooming. They are moderate shedders. Shedding occurs mostly in spring and fall. Most care rules for other canines work for the Border Collie perfectly. Border Collies should be brushed a few times a week to get rid of dirt, dead hair, and keep the coat clean and healthy. Brushing is also applied during the shedding period. It reduces the amount of the hair shed. The breed has little doggy odor. Therefore, frequent bathing is not recommended. Also, check you dog's eyes and ears. Border Collies are healthy dogs and have few hereditary diseases.
Border Collies - Dogs - Breeders and Kennels
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Fragglerock Border Collies
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Border Collies - Dogs - United States
Alamar Border Collies - Pups from cattle bred working lines suited for herding on ranch and active performance homes as well. Texas.
Hit N Kennel - Breeder of Border Collies and Australian Cattle Dogs for companion, show, and performance.
Possum Hollow Farms - Breeder of working Border Collies. Also started and experience dogs. Rutherfordton, North Carolina.
Rowe Mountain Farm Border Collies - Breeder in New Hampshire presenting pictures, links and information on raising Border Collies as both working dogs and pets.
Sun Mountain Border Collies Kennels - Past and future litters. Arizona.
The Stockdog Exchange - Breeder and trainer of working Border Collies. Photographs of dogs and details of herding courses. TN.
Tipton Border Collies - Breeder with photographs and shipping information. TN.
Border Collies - Dogs - United States - International
Aled Owen Sheepdogs - Breeder of working dogs for trial or farm. Photographs and information about training courses and demonstrations. Wales.
Arvoreen Border Collies - Australian breeder of quality Border Collies for pet, obedience or show.
Blue Border Collies - Denmark based kennel.
Border Collie Kennel Llanfarian - Kennel located in the Netherlands. Available in English.
Border Collies of Goblin's Fountain - Pictures, video, information on the kennel and their activities. Germany.
Border Collies with Amazing Grace - Kennel located in Germany with information on their dogs and a photo gallery.
Border Fame Dogs - Breed standard, links, and pictures. Australia.
Dowland Border Collies - Breeder located in Austria with pictures of their dogs and breeding ethics.
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Gawain Border Collies
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Dream of Kintyre Border Collies - Hobby breeders introduce their dogs and boast their successes. English and German version.
Kuhaylan's Border Collies - Photo gallery, and information on their new litters. Germany.
Le Moutonnoir Border Collies - Breed information, puppies, pedigrees, tips on training, and links to other web sites. Canada. Available in French and English.
Magic Border's - Information on champions and puppies. Located in Austria.
Valstram Boarder Collies Kennels - Puppies from best English, Australian, and New Zealand breeding lines. UK.
Whispering Pines Ranch - Ranch history, stock dogs, and puppies. British Columbia, Canada.
Border Collies - Dogs - Rescues Links
Border Collies - Dogs - Rescues Links - United States
Animal Rescue Michigan Border Collie Rescue - Includes pictures and information on available dogs, adoption application, tips for cold weather, shelter, nutrition and first aid, and fun stories.
Bay Area Border Collie Rescue - Pictures of dogs needing new homes.
Blue Ridge Border Collie Rescue - Contains rescue information and ways to help.
Border Collie Rescue of California - Rescued Collies in California looking for homes. Also health and general information.
East Tennessee Border Collie Rescue - Photographs of available dogs and adoption stories.
Great Lakes Border Collie Rescue - Dedicated to rescuing and re-homing Border Collies in Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. Photographs and profiles of available dogs, application forms, success stories, and links.
Illini Border Collie Rescue - Adoption application and contacts. IL.
Midwest Border Collie Rescue - Adoption, breed information, bookstore, and contacts.
Border Collies - Dogs - Rescues Links - International
Border Collie Rescue of Australia - Dedicated to rescuing and re-homing Border Collies in Australia.
Border Collie Trust GB - Details dogs in need of a home and offers advice on how to look after them. Visit the shop for gift ideas.
