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I have 8 border collies dog that I use to compete in 3 sheepdog trials, which is a competition herding 3 sheep over a course. I would take them to a nearby herding club and get them looked at. Cheers Sheepdog

If it continues for more than a day or so, you need to get him to a vet as the longer he stays dehydrated the more dangerous it can be sheepdog

Check out droppings for tapeworm segments etc, Dull coat and ill thrift as well as pot belly in pups especially Sheepdog

I agree with you in one sense that you probably should avoid going near kids with this dog, or you could set up a situation where you have full control over the situation and correct him when he goes to mouth the kid. If you are not sure what to do to correct him than I would avoid any kids to...

I have had dogs since I was a young bloke living on Dads farm. We used border collies and kelpies to help us muster(herd) the thousands of sheep and cattle on our farm. I have had dogs ever since and now I still muster sheep with them but mainly I compete in three sheepdog trials which is...

I know of a really good dog that was competing at a 3 sheep dog trial, when fireworks went off that night and really scared the hell out of him. Ever since he is only half as good when competing at trials. makes you think that when dogs are about that fireworks should be banned Cheers...

Leaving her on a lead is a good idea at this stage Try to remember not to ask for anything you are not going to get once the lead comes off make sure you only call her when you know that she is going to come (hope this makes sense) Cheers Sheepdog

All the pups that I have reared, they all have gone through a gangly stage along as the pup is healthy I would not be worried too much. I too don't free feed pups but use a more regimented feeding program Cheers Sheepdog

G'day There, I am from Australia and live on a small farm I own,train and work border collie sheepdogs, i have 8 of them in total and compete with the older well trained dogs in 3 sheep dog trials. This is an awesome sport which i enjoy very much I am looking forward to chatting with...

I have border collie sheepdogs that I use for mustering sheep and working in sheepdog trials. I give them 2 hard short runs a day i.e flat chat for 15 mins running hard plus work them on sheep as well which gives them extra exercise plus the mental stimulation they need. i notice they...

I agree with some of the other posters in that he is trying to get a reaction out of you, grabbing him by the collar is doing what he wants, I know this is hard but don't interact with him no eye contact etc while he is behaving badly. Cheers sheepdog

G'day There, here is my 2 cents for what it is worth i would try taking her on a big walk or doing alot of exercise before you put her in the room. that might just help ease some tension before you put her in the room It will be hard at first but just perservere until she stops...

All dog breeds can be dangerous if allowed to be through wrong training methods or abuse, neglect etc. To me the dog that I would be most afraid of is a big dog powerful dog that has been trained for protection but has turned on humans and now believes that it is the Alpha Male. because it...

dogs were not put on this earth to rip each other apart for human entertainment. whats wrong with ordinary everyday sport?

How about cleaning up a raw beef bone i.e making sure all the meat and everything else is off it and giving that to your dog to chew on. it should last for ages and it will be great for her health Cheers Sheepdog