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15 Things All Border Collie Owners Must Never Forget

Published: · Modified: by Mary Clark · This post may contain affiliate links

Don't take your Border Collie for granted. Give your dog the best in their short life! To help you do that, here's a list of 15 things you must never forget if you truly love your Collie.

#1 Don’t be upset when I jump for joy when you come through the door.

Border Collie puppy standing on the floor with a large purple ring around its neck while looking up with its sad eyes.
I only live for ten or fifteen years. You are what makes that time enjoyable. It’s hard on me when you go away.

#2 Give me time to understand what you want from me.

Border Collie in winter sitting on the snow while looking up and tilting its head
I don’t always get it right on the first try, but I promise I’m trying as hard as I can.

#3 Give me your trust.

begging face of a Border Collie placed on the foot of the sofa
Just like I trust you, I need you to trust me, too.

#4 Don’t be angry with me for too long.

Border Collie sitting inside the car with the driver behind him
And please don’t lock me up to punish me. You have your friends and family to keep you happy and entertained. I just have you.

#5 Talk to me.

Border Collie lying down on the sofa
Sure, we don’t speak the same language, but the sound of your voice brightens my whole day.

#6 Remember that I’ll never forget how you treat me.

Border Collie sitting on the ground while looking up with its begging face
Teach me that humans are made of love, not pain. And don’t ever let me forget it.

#7 Come outside with me.

Border Collie sitting on top of the mountain with the view of the green field behind him
The sights, sounds, and scents of nature are some of my greatest pleasures in life.

#8 Give me a treat ever once in a while.

Border Collie sitting on the kitchen floor with stainless bowl in its mouth
Food is one of my greatest pleasures in life.

#9 Please don’t hit me.
hand of a person touching the face of a Border Collie sitting on the bench
#10 Understand when I need my alone time.

Border Collie lying down on the bed with its sleepy face
I love you more than anything, but even though it’s rare, I don’t always want to play or cuddle.

#11 Teach me new things.

Border Collie at the park in winter, sitting pretty beside a castle made of snow
Learning new tricks keeps my mind active, but most of all, it gives me a way to impress you. I love showing off for your friends, looking up at you, and seeing how proud of me you are.

#12 Let me make new friends.

Border Collie in the field of white flowers hugging a Golden Retriever
Introduce me to other dogs, cats, or even bigger animals. We might now get along in the end, but having some more friends that look and smell like me makes my life that much brighter.

#13 Show us your world.

Border Collie standing on top of the concrete by the ocean
The house and yard might be the only places we ever see unless you let us come with you. A trip to the pet store, the park, or even just a ride in the car is exhilarating for us. We can’t wait to see what you want to show us.

#14 Pay attention if I don’t seem like myself.

black and white photo of Border Collie lying on the bed
It might seem like I’m just being lazy or stubborn, but I might not be feeling well. I can’t get help for myself, and I need you to look out for me.

#15 Love me when I’m old just as much as you did when I was young.

Border Collie standing on the floor looking up at the person waiting for its food
I might not be the cute puppy that I once was, but I still love you just as much now as I did then. Please take care of me when my body doesn’t work like it used to.
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