{"product_id":"the-complete-guide-to-border-collies-training-teaching-feeding-raising-and-loving-your-new-border-collie-puppy-9781727341584","title":"The Complete Guide to Border Collies: Training, teaching, feeding, raising, and loving your new Border Collie puppy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA revolutionary new look into everything \"Border Collie\"; a MUST-READ that includes practical tips, tricks, and insights to help a new (or seasoned) Border Collie owner.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eUsing interviews with \u003cb\u003e6 top Border Collie breeders\u003c\/b\u003e, author David Anderson has created an in-depth look at what it \u003cb\u003eREALLY\u003c\/b\u003e takes to successfully live with, raise, and train a Border Collie. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eCovering all the Border Collie-specific topics you \u003cb\u003eNEED TO KNOW\u003c\/b\u003e, such as: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe unique characteristics and quirks of the Border Collie breed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly training (including housebreaking) strategies for Border Collies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoosing the proper supplies and food for a Border Collie puppy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelpful strategies for socializing a Border Collie with other dogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealth care advice for each stage of your Border Collies life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrooming tips that a Border Collie owner needs to know!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eIf you are considering bringing a Border Collie into your home (or already have!) then you need to read this book as soon as possible!\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"An absolute gem of a book. The Complete Guide to Border Collies has in-depth knowledge and advice from the first time you get your pup, right up to their later years. No matter if you are an experienced or a new owner; it has everything that you will need to know throughout the whole life of your Border Collie.\"\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003e- Dawson McClements, Border Collie Owner\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you've ever seen a dog in a television commercial, there's a pretty good chance it was a Border Collie. Or, if you've watched herding competitions, you've probably seen a Border Collie controlling the herd. First and foremost, Border Collies are sheep herders. But when they're not on the clock, they can make excellent companions. They're energetic, playful, and extremely intelligent. They're also sensitive, affectionate, and adorable. Even though this breed is still vital to livestock owners, we will focus on the Border Collie as a pet in this book.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntelligence is perhaps the most prominent trait of the Border Collie. In the pasture, this dog can understand specific commands and respond accordingly. They also excel at obedience competitions and agility runs because they can pick up new skills quickly and respond to challenging commands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book will give you the information you need to jump-start your ownership journey, including: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorder Collie History\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoosing a Border Collie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreparing your Home for your Border Collie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBringing Home your Border Collie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeing a Puppy Parent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousetraining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSocializing with People and Animals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorder Collies and Your Other Pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhysical and Mental Exercise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraining your Border Collie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic Commands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDealing With Unwanted Behaviors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraveling with Border Collies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNutrition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrooming your Border Collie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic Health Care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced Border Collie Health and Aging Dog Care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book will become your go-to guide throughout your BC's life, as it has helpful hints and reminders that will prove to be practical far into their adulthood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBorder Collies are an absolute joy to have as pets. These dogs are beautiful, intelligent, and silly. They love to test their owners and call the shots, but at the end of the day, they're capable of following orders. You'll never find another dog quite like them, as they're capable of running around one minute and snuggling up beside you the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll your Border Collie wants is a purpose. While they may drive you nuts when they're bored, it's amazing to watch them work. Whether your Border Collie's \"job\" is to tend livestock, chase the rabbits and birds from your garden, or just be a loving companion, you'll find that your Border Collie will do anything for the love and affection with which you pay them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDavid Anderson lives in Minnesota with his wife Rebecca and their puppy \"Buddy\". Buddy is a rambunctious, mischievous, and unbelievably loving puppy who immediately wins over everyone he meets. Through the trials and triumphs of raising Buddy, David has learned what it takes to successfully raise a dog from puppy to adulthood. This book is an accumulation of experience and knowledge designed to help new Border Collie puppy parents on their ownership journey.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Createspace Independent Publishing Platform","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50506250649874,"sku":"9781727341584","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_6b03e797-85c9-4de4-8e67-734ecd15449d.jpg?v=1730848147","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-complete-guide-to-border-collies-training-teaching-feeding-raising-and-loving-your-new-border-collie-puppy-9781727341584","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}