All About Border Collies - The Complete Guide

The Definitive Border Collie Ownership Guide.Whether you own a Border Collie, or are considering it, existing owners agree that this is the "must have" owner's manual. Border Collies are extremely rewarding companions that develop loyal bonds with their owners. The breed dates back centuries, and to this day they are most well-known for their unwavering protective nature and ability to serve as loyal companions. This comprehensive owners guide provides you with the most critical information, resources, and training strategies needed to successfully raise and care for your Border Collie. From choosing the right puppy, to caring for your Border Collie, the information within this guide will serve as your "go to" resource for years to come.Highlights from The Complete Guide to Border The Right and Wrong Reasons for Buying a CollieBreed Overview and Ownership ExpectationsHow the Border Collie Adoption Process Really WorksAll About Border Collie PuppiesPreparing Your Home for a CollieHow to Keep Your Collie Healthy, Safe, and HappyCommon Health ProblemsCaring for Collie Health IssuesExercise & Activity ExpectationsShowing Your Border CollieTraining for Guard Border Collies, Therapy Border Collies, Herding Border Collies, & More The Aging Process and Life ExpectationsHundreds of Tips and Answers to Frequently Asked Questions.As with all dog breeds, there are many advantages and disadvantages to owning a Border Collie. From the day you bring home your new puppy, or adopt, you will be bombarded with questions and concerns. It is critical that you have all of the required proper care information available, at any time, so that you do not make any costly errors or put your new best friend into danger. The importance of proper training and care, from the start, cannot be understated.The worst problems in Border Collie ownership almost always start early. Be pro-active, learn everything there is to know about Border Collie ownership, and get started on the right track. No stone was left unturned in this manual, which easily surpasses the few mediocre alternatives on the market.From the puppy days to the later yearsNew and sometimes difficult decisions are required from Border Collie owners. This manual will help you make the correct decision, based on medical and training best practices, so that you never go to sleep worried about your pet's health or mood. Since there are so few Border Collie care books available, many owners turn to the internet for advice. This can be a huge mistake as every Border Collie has different needs and expectations. Ultimately, this guide will prepare you for the vast array of purchasing, adoption, training, healthcare, and expectation-related.Information that will confront you at one time or another.This complete manual includes photographs, and nearly a dozen chapters full of useful information for your Border Collie. Additionally, the manual includes a very helpful table of contents so that you can easily and accurately find the important information you are looking for in an instant.The complete manual is designed to help first-time Border Collie owners and experienced individuals alike, with ease and clarity.