http://www.colliedogowners.com The best source of rough & smooth collie information online. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 02:59:23 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en A collie uses his body to communicate. Given below are a few examples to help you know what your collie is trying to say. When your collie wants to tell you that he wants to play, he will stoop down with his front legs elongated, will raise up with his head ... http://www.colliedogowners.com/reading-a-collies-body-language/ FLEAS Flea Basics Fleas thrive when the weather is warm and humid. Depending on your climate, fleas may be a seasonal or year-round problem. Your collie can pick up fleas wherever an infestation exists, often in areas frequented by other cats and dogs. Adult fleas are dark brown, no bigger than a ... http://www.colliedogowners.com/controlling-parasites-on-your-collie/ Photo by Tsuacctnt Pet treatment isn't simply about reactionary medicine - it's about being proactive and taking preventive measures to ensure your collie lives the longest, healthiest life as possible. By raising a loved collie that's strong and happy, you can keep your beloved canine active and healthy for years to ... http://www.colliedogowners.com/11-tips-for-achieving-a-long-happy-collie-life/ Photo by FaceMePLS As a animal-lover myself, I know that hiring someone to take care of your collie is like hiring someone to take care of your child. You need to feel safe and comfortable in your selection because that person will be entering your home and interacting with your family, ... http://www.colliedogowners.com/finding-a-pet-sitter-dog-walker-for-your-collie/ Photo by Kimbospacenut Tis the season when we bundle up in our big coats and hurry from store to store in search of gifts for our friends and family. Many of us will remember to toss coins into the red kettle as we dash past the bell ringers. While we are ... http://www.colliedogowners.com/how-to-support-your-local-animal-shelter/ Photo by Tsuacctnt Collies come in two different varieties, 'smooth' and 'rough.' Rough collies require much more grooming, but smoothes do need to be groomed regularly to keep their coats healthy. Collies have a double coat of hair, meaning there is a thick undercoat and an outer coat of thinner and ... http://www.colliedogowners.com/collie-breed-profile/ Photo by Cristobal Twice a year Rough Collies "molt" their undercoat. As with many long haired breeds, you must rake/brush this fur out. If you are a very neat person, then you had better know how to use a vacuum cleaner! (They are not a good house pet if someone in ... http://www.colliedogowners.com/top-ten-facts-about-rough-smooth-collie-dogs/ Photo by Sprungli When approaching an obstacle, take your time. Your dog will fail if he doesn't have time to focus! Your shoulders are your dog's guide. Be sure the "tell" the dog where to go. For some dogs, accidental "blocking" will draw their attention to another wrong obstacle. Make sure your dog is focused ... http://www.colliedogowners.com/fun-collie-agility-rules/ Photo by Dale Hugo Is trying to control your dogs barking getting a bit of a pain when all you want to do is get a decent sleep, leave your dog for 5 minutes, or have some respected guests round without having to get the earplugs out? Training your dog to stop ... http://www.colliedogowners.com/control-dog-barking/ Photo by Agiledogs Dog bathing is a must when living with a dog.  Dogs naturally get smelly and are not like cats in being able to wash themselves well and be hygienic, this is why collie owners have to look after their collie's hygiene for them once in a while. Dog bathing ... http://www.colliedogowners.com/collie-bathing/