Border collie repetitive behaviour, also know as compulsive behaviour or stereotypical behaviour is defined as “repetitive, constant, and appear to serve no obvious purpose”. Examples include: shadow or light chasing/fixating, tail chasing, spinning, fly snapping, repetitive licking of legs and feet, digging or scratching at the floor and pica (eating inedible items such as stones). … Read more
When discussing anti anxiety meds for dogs with owners, some may be keen to give it a go, others are a little more wary and some owners absolutely do not want to use it. As a dog owner myself, I completely understand this concern about what we are putting in our dog’s bodies and how … Read more
Our border collies can be inclined to be a little fearful of novelty, sometimes anxious about unfamiliar people as well, and, as a breed, they don’t always enjoy being handled. So having to go to the vets where they may encounter novelty, handling and strangers in a small enclosed environment can be extremely stressful for … Read more
I have been asked several times recently “When should I spay my border collie bitch”? This is a big question and a big decision, and there’s some very divided opinions. You may have heard different opinions from friends, family, strangers on walks, vets, trainers and behaviourists, not to mention the various and often contradictory information … Read more