Guest Julie Holm Posted November 11, 2018 Report Share Posted November 11, 2018 Hello, The past year I have been preparing to welcome a dog into my life. And for the past 3 months, i have extensively been reading about and looking into border collies. I am active, I go for long walks when I'm bored (i aim for 15-20 km a day), I run quite often (mostly in the mornings). I want a dog that can keep up with my activities. I want a dog i can take with me hiking in Austria and Norway ( i live in Europe) both in summers and winters, go on camping trips, etc: the full outdoor life. I'd love to train obedience and give them mental stimulation too. My worry isn't not giving enough time or dedication to my future dog, because i am fully aware that especially a puppy, especially a border collie, is a full-time commitment and I have every intention to give them exactly the time and effort and patience and dedication they need. I don't just want a dog to get a "dog". I want a dog for the experience, the loyalty, the bonding, the struggles, the adventures, everything that comes with owning a dog. But I also want a dog, that after a long day of activities, will want to just lay on the couch while I read a book, or who will want to cuddle/snuggle. I am single and living alone, and therefore I'd like a companion not just for my active life, but also for the evenings watching a movie or just relaxing - but all sites I find, claim that they are hyperactive and never want to sit still or be affectionate. Is this true? Or is this because they haven't been engaged/stimulated mentally and/or physically enough? Will a happy and active border collie be cool with chilling once in a while? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gcv-border Posted November 12, 2018 Report Share Posted November 12, 2018 Please repost this in the "General" section. You will get many replies. This section is only for asking questions about working livestock with border collies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajm Posted November 26, 2018 Report Share Posted November 26, 2018 Life is short Get the Border Collie Amanda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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