ThomasBriggs

Both Border Collies are from the same litter, both weight approx. 30-35 lb, and are 13 months old. As mentioned, one is calm and laid back and definitely a follower, the other is high strung and never stops, always looking for direction. Both want to be with us as much as possible. The high strung collie whines or cries when I try to take her to different places to try to get her use to seeing other people or other dogs from a distance. (stores, etc...) We have had instances where she whined at home during leash training. (I think she knows we're going going to training) Seems to be 'new things' trigger the behavior. We are currently working with a trainer on leash manors, going out in public, and basic obedience. The trainer mentioned reaching out to other border collie owners for suggestions for some kind of over the counter calming medication that might help. Neither collie would bite anyone the whining is sometimes accompanied by a leash pull trying to get to the people for attention. I'm pretty confident that the behavior will go away with more and more practice, but to make training more effective we would like to keep her a little calmer. Thank You Tom

I have two Border Collies, one laid back the other very active and anxious. We are working with a dog trainer for basic obedience and going out into public. The anxious one, cries and whines a lot, and sometimes barks when she is out of her element. The trainer mentioned that she would like me to use something to calm her down before the training secession's. Does anyone have a product that they could recommend, that would work on an anxious Border Collie. Thank You

We purchased two Border Collies at 8 weeks old, from a breeder. I have been very dedicated in trying to potty train. I have taken them out 12-14 times a day since December 5th. I don't confine them, just try to watch. There are time when I think they are catching on, and then one will have an accident in the house. I'm doing the praise and reward, with no negative feedback when they have an accident. With two puppies, am I expecting to much? Is it suppose to be twice as hard with two? Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.