Do Collies Smell? (How to Control Collie Odor)
You may already know Border Collies are highly intelligent, active, and love to be outside. You may also have an image of a dirty farm dog with a strong collie…
Border Collies Shedding Guide (How To Manage It)
Shedding is an important factor for many people who are deciding on which breed to choose as their new family member, as it can quite quickly make our homes look…
Does My Collie Love Me? (10 Ways To Tell!)
Border collies are smart dogs. Unlike a loveable golden retriever that loves everyone unconditionally, collies can tell if somebody is a true friend or not and can be quite discerning…
Are Collies good with kids and families?
Part of being a responsible dog owner includes making sure you choose a dog that fits in with your lifestyle and making sure you consider how any changes to your…
How To Care For Your Collie: Nine Important Tips For New Collie Owners
New collie owner? Congratulations! Collies are amazing pets for active people and whether you’ve got a new collie puppy or you’ve adopted an older collie, you’re in for a treat!…
Is A Collie A Good First Dog? (For A New Dog Owner)
Collies are usually not a good first dog, since inexperienced dog owners may be easily overwhelmed with collies’ unusually high requirements for training, exercise, and mental stimulation. Collies are some…
Can collies be left alone? How to prevent separation anxiety
Collies prefer to have someone around all day as they are highly sociable animals however they can be left alone for short periods as long as As a general rule,…
Can Collies Sleep Outdoors? Collie Outside Sleeping Tips
If they could, collies would spend every waking minute outside herding, playing or just having a nap. They absolutely love to be outside and the majority of collies would choose…
How to find a good Collie Breeder (And Avoid bad ones!)
Historically collies were purely working dogs, working the hills of sheep farms across the world. That all changed on 12th September, 1954. Ever since Lassie burst on to the silver…
13 Reasons Why Collies Don’t Make Good Therapy Dogs
If you’re thinking about training your collie as a therapy dog, there are probably lots of questions going through your mind, not least of which is are collies well suited…
Collies and New Babies Guide (Jealousy & Safety Guide)
Collies are good natured and make great family dogs, however they are prone to separation anxiety and can be jealous of new arrivals to your family. Welcoming a new baby…
Do collies make good pets? (Who are collies good for?)
Collies are loyal, loving, and good with children. They are some of the most intelligent dog breeds in the world ad have a high work drive, however this means they…
Are Collies Good Hunting Dogs? (Tracking / Retrieving?)
Collies lack the natural hunting and predatory instincts of some hunting breeds, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be a useful hunting companion. While collies generally aren’t known for being…
17 simple ideas to make your home and yard safe for collies
Collies are inquisitive creatures and keeping your home safe for your four legged family member is essential for their health and well-being. There are a few practical things you can…
100+ Unique Collie Name Ideas (With Explanations!)
How to choose a name for your collie When you’re choosing a name for your new Collie, there are a few things to keep in mind that aren’t immediately obvious….
How To Pick Up Your Collie Safely (Training & Safety Tips!)
Collies are medium sized dogs and to pick your pooch up safely put one arm behind your dogs hind legs and wrap your other arm around their chest at the…
Taking Your Collie In The Car (Practical Tips and Advice)
Most collies love travelling in the car. It’s the big metal box that takes them to the dog park, to the beach, to the forest, to see their friends, and…
Do Collies Snore? (Collie Snoring Explained)
Yes collies definitely snore! Many snore loudly and continuously while they are sleeping and could easily be mistaken for a pig! Why Does my Collie Snore? Collies snore for the…
