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Collie Training:
8 Simple Tips To Stop Your Collie Being So Hyperactive
Collies are a high-energy breed by nature, which can lead to them becoming overly hyperactive if they don’t have a suitable outlet for their pent-up energy. Although having an active…
How to Teach your Collie to Give You A Kiss (Easy Trick!)
Teaching your collie to give you kisses is a simple trick to learn since it’s a natural behavior of your collie to lick your face when they are happy to…
Collie Digging Guide (Why They Dig & How To Stop Them)
Most dogs love to dig given the chance, but for some reason collies seem to have a deep passion for excavation. Sand, gravel, dirt, grass… if it isn’t nailed down,…
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,…
Why do Collies Chase Flies and Bees? (Is it Harmful?)
If you’re out on a summer’s day with your Collie, you might notice them snapping at the air trying to catch flies. Most of the time, collies chase flies because…
Collie Herding Behaviors and How to Manage Them
Since the 1700s we have been breeding collies to herd livestock. As a result, we have whip-smart dogs with a high chase drive, which means we have to put in…
Collie Breed Information:
Collie Digging Guide (Why They Dig & How To Stop Them)
Most dogs love to dig given the chance, but for some reason collies seem to have a deep passion for excavation. Sand, gravel, dirt, grass… if it isn’t nailed down,…
Why Collies Beg (How To Train Your Collie To Stop Begging)
You can stop your collie from begging by teaching them basic obedience commands and rewarding good behaviors. Collies learn quickly and are people pleasers. Take time to train your collie…
Why do Collies Chase Flies and Bees? (Is it Harmful?)
If you’re out on a summer’s day with your Collie, you might notice them snapping at the air trying to catch flies. Most of the time, collies chase flies because…
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…
Collie Herding Behaviors and How to Manage Them
Since the 1700s we have been breeding collies to herd livestock. As a result, we have whip-smart dogs with a high chase drive, which means we have to put in…
Why do collies chase shadows (How to help them to stop)
Collies chase shadows because of a lack of mental stimulation or physical exercise. It can also be an indication of obsessive behavior due to frustration or anxiety. Unfortunately, collies are…
Collie Care Guides:
Why does my collie eat poop (How to train them not to!)
Eating poop is normal for collies. They usually grow out of it by the time they are around one year old. Fortunately, it’s easy to prevent your collie from eating…
Can Collies eat Pumpkin? (Is pumpkin safe for collies?)
Collies can eat fresh pumpkin or plain tinned pumpkin, but they should not eat any kind of pumpkin pie or pumpkin spice mixtures, since they often contain other ingredients which…
Collie Sleeping Habits Guide (Sleep Help and Training)
Despite being an active dog, collies require 12 – 14 hours of sleep per day. Working collies especially need lots of sleep to replenish their energy levels for the next…
How Fast Are Border Collies? (Why Are They So Fast?)
Border collies are the most common breed of collie-type dogs in the world and are known for not only being quick learners but quick on their paws. They run laps…
Collie Herding Behaviors and How to Manage Them
Since the 1700s we have been breeding collies to herd livestock. As a result, we have whip-smart dogs with a high chase drive, which means we have to put in…
Why you should never feed your collie grapes or raisins
Dogs have a different digestion system than humans, so lots of food that are healthy and nutritious for you are useless or even harmful for your collie. While most of…