Noise fears

Border collies are a breed known to struggles with sound sensitivity, often though to be due to their genetic background and selective breeding as working sheep dogs. There is considerable research examining sound sensitivity in dogs, and it is thought that up to 50% of dogs could be fearful of certain sounds. Several studies include … Read more

Sound sensitivity is a significant behavioural concern in dogs, with studies indicating that up to 50% of dogs could be affected (Blackwell et al., 2013). Unfortunately, border collies as a breed seem to be particularly susceptible. Research has demonstrated that Border Collies exhibit increased sensitivity to loud environmental sounds, particularly fireworks and gunshots, but owners … Read more