
I have a smooth collie named Lassie, we got her in Kentucky and paid $200 for her since her mom had 12 puppies & they wanted to find a good home for them. She is registered & her grandmother was pure white. Her parents & grandparents was show dogs. But I just wanted her for [...]
Dogs have a very keen sense and can detect changes in the atmosphere as well as sharp hearing that can detect the sounds of thunder and an approaching storm long before humans notice it. Its well documented by various collie owners about how their own collies (who some are scared of storms!) will detect an [...]
Chicken bones, one of the most common bones fed to dogs off the table is also one of the most dangerous foods. Most bones that humans consume are small – and remember, a collie is a large dog. A normal male collie doesn’t hesitate to wolf down a small bit without taking a moment to [...]

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 on the [...]
It was 1985 and I was working as a police officer in the town of Dixon in Solano County, California. One summer afternoon, I answered a call at a small home to take a report of a theft from a garage. As I was speaking to the resident, we were standing in his backyard. I [...]
These cute answers are from different dog breeds when asked ”How many dogs does it take to put in a light bulb?” Golden Retriever: The sun is shining, the day is young, we’ve got our whole lives ahead of us, and you’re inside worrying about a stupid burned-out light bulb? Border Collie: Just one. And I’ll replace any [...]

Kona by Douglas Brown Kona’s official photo after getting her final points for her AKC Championship. She is being handled here by Tim, Melinda’s son. General Character The Collie is a lithe, strong, responsive, active dog, carrying no useless timber, standing naturally straight and firm. The deep, moderately wide chest shows strength, the sloping shoulders [...]
No. The rough and smooth collie are both judged using the same set of breed standards. Its just that one has long hair and the other has short! Westland Giftware Mwah! Collies 3-Inch Magnetic Salt and Pepper ShakersThese magnetic kissing Collie salt and pepper shakers are a cute and irresistable way to contain your seasonings.
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