TriPup Posted April 6, 2019 Report Share Posted April 6, 2019 The name might change but that’s what I’ve been calling him lately. I was home sick last Friday and clicked on the “pet” section of Craigslist. I should know better by now. A lady was going through a crisis needed to get rid of him. He was covered in filth, fleas, and ticks when I first laid eyes on him. I honestly thought I would get him cleaned up and healthy and then find him a good BC home, but he’s growing on me each day. My BC girl is almost 12 so I had forgotten how much personality these puppies have. We are currently working on vehicle ettiquette because he wants to ride on my shoulders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GentleLake Posted April 6, 2019 Report Share Posted April 6, 2019 Welcome to the Boards. OMG is he cute! I need another dog (really, I'm looking); you can send him my way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawgirl Posted April 7, 2019 Report Share Posted April 7, 2019 What a gorgeous guy! Bless you for rescuing him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amc Posted April 8, 2019 Report Share Posted April 8, 2019 What an absolute doll! Thank you for saving him! Amy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue R Posted April 9, 2019 Report Share Posted April 9, 2019 Thank you for getting him out of that situation and into a caring and loving home with you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smalahundur Posted April 9, 2019 Report Share Posted April 9, 2019 Cute pup. Bet you won't change his name, sure looks like a Benny to me.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TriPup Posted April 12, 2019 Author Report Share Posted April 12, 2019 On 4/9/2019 at 11:52 AM, Smalahundur said: Cute pup. Bet you won't change his name, sure looks like a Benny to me.... You’re right. Ill share more pics as he grows. He’s an interesting little guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawgirl Posted April 14, 2019 Report Share Posted April 14, 2019 Sounds like we have a keeper... I love a new photo thread, especially with a super cute tricolour. Those blue eyes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TriPup Posted April 20, 2019 Author Report Share Posted April 20, 2019 He’s changing everyday. I’m wondering if the ears will go up fully. Earlier this week he crashed some engament photos on our walk. But they didn’t seem to mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urge to herd Posted April 20, 2019 Report Share Posted April 20, 2019 Benny is extremely photogenic. My fave is the pic of him asleep against your head with that little pink tongue sticking out. Thanks for sharing! Ruth & Gibbs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawgirl Posted April 22, 2019 Report Share Posted April 22, 2019 Love the Dobby/Yoda ears he has at the moment, although who knows where they will end up. Keep the photos coming! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TriPup Posted May 19, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2019 14 weeks now and 23 lbs. His first river trip was this weekend. So far there isn’t much that he is afraid of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TriPup Posted June 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted June 11, 2019 This goober is about 18 weeks now and 32 lbs. I’m still not sure he’s 100% BC. I guess he could be but who knows? Really only issue I have so far is that he doesn’t like to retrieve. He will chase a ball and pick it up but then he loses interest. Fetch is usually my go to exercise for wearing out a dog. I’m hoping this will change but if not, he can just be my hiking buddy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawgirl Posted June 11, 2019 Report Share Posted June 11, 2019 Wow, he is really growing up and hitting the leggy adolescent stage! He may or may not be full BC, but I am sure it is in there. He is still cute, and I am sure you love him to pieces. I can't help with the fetch issue, but I believe some others on this forum have had this issue. Can you try a search through the general forum? I seem to remember a thread about that exact question with lots of advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TriPup Posted June 12, 2019 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2019 I’m not too worried yet. He has toy drive and with chase. But he prefers to run off With it afterwards. It could very easily change. If that’s the only gripe I have, we are in good shape. He loves all people and dogs. He’s not destructive yet. He’s good in his crate. He is great on leash. And he listens pretty good for a pup. In the second to last pic he was watching horses for the first time and wasn’t barking or wanting to chase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TriPup Posted July 14, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 14, 2019 He’s 5 months old now and 40 lbs. We live in CO now but he came from TN. I’m starting to wonder if he’s got some Catahoula in him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saydrin44 Posted July 16, 2019 Report Share Posted July 16, 2019 Gorgeous pup!! I have a 5 month old Pure bred BC and she is about 23 lbs, but has always been a little on the small side. Love the pictures and the updates. So glad you are enjoying your pup. They are a lot of work and full of energy but I can see the love and bond you two have. Thank you for sharing your story. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TriPup Posted October 30, 2019 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2019 I haven’t been on here in a while but I think it’s safe to say he’s not 100% border collie. It actually worked out because where we live there are badgers, coyotes, lions, and bears. So it’s not the end of the world to have a bigger dog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SS Cressa Posted October 31, 2019 Report Share Posted October 31, 2019 Awww. I’m jealous you already got hit with snow!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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