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owning a border collie is like having a
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live-in personal trainer therapist and
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sometimes a furry tornado these dogs are
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known for their intelligence and energy
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but before you dive head first into
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border collie ownership let's break down
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the 12 pros and cons of sharing your
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life with one of these remarkable Kines
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pros of owning a border collie
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incredible intelligence first off let's
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talk about intelligence Border Collies
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are often hailed as the smartest dogs on
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the planet they can learn commands
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faster than you can say sit you might
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even find yourself needing to brush up
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on on your own vocabulary because
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they'll be picking up new tricks left
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and right just be prepared for them to
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outsmart you at every turn loyal
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companionship these dogs are fiercely
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loyal if you want a companion who will
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stick by your side through thick and
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thin look no further they're like that
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friend who always has your back except
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this one might also H you around the
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house if they think you're wandering too
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far high energy levels Border Collies
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are energetic to the point where they
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could power a small City if you're an
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active person who loves Outdoor
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Adventures these dogs will keep you on
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your toes you'll never have a dull
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moment it's like having a built-in gym
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buddy who never skips leg
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day adaptable nature these dogs are
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incredibly versatile they thrive in
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various activities from agility courses
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to obedience trials want to teach them
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how to fetch your slippers they'll
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probably figure it out before you even
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finish your coffee their adaptability
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makes them perfect for families who
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lifestyle natural hurting instincts
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while this can be a double-edged sword
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they're hurting in instincts mean they
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love to be involved in everything
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they'll keep an eye on the kids making
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sure no one Strays too far from the pack
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just be careful if they start nipping at
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your heels it might be time for some
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training affectionate nature despite
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their working dog background border
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colleag are affectionate and loving
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companions they thrive on human
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interaction and will shower you with
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love when they're not busy trying to her
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the neighbor's cat cons of owning a
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border collie requires constant mental
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stimulation here's the catch these dogs
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need mental engagement or they'll become
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bored and destructive if you don't keep
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their minds busy they might decide that
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chewing your favorite shoes is a fun
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Pastime think of them as furry Little
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Einstein's if they're not solving
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problems they'll create their own
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separation anxiety Border Collies can
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suffer from separation anxiety if left
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alone for too long they thrive on
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companionship and need plenty of
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interaction with their humans if you
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work long hours or travel frequently
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expect some serious puppy drama when you
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leave the house think sad eyes and
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High exercise requirements while their
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energy is great for keeping you active
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it also means they require a lot of
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exercise think daily runs or long hikes
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if you're not prepared to commit to this
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level of activity you might end up with
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a dog that thinks your furniture is a
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herting instincts their natural hurting
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instincts can sometimes lead to unwanted
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behaviors like barking or nipping at
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Children's heels during playtime while
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this is an aggression it can be
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startling for kids who aren't used to it
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proper training is essential to to
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manage this Behavior not ideal for small
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spaces if you live in a tiny apartment
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with no yard think twice before adopting
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a border collie they need space to roam
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and explore otherwise they'll feel
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frustrated and Restless much like that
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friend who's been cooped up at home for
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challenges training a border collie
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requires patience and consistency due to
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their intelligence and strong will
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without proper guidance you could end up
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with a dog that thinks it's in charge of
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the household a four-legged dictator
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demanding treats and belly rubs on
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command in conclusion owning a border
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collie is like embarking on an
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exhilarating Adventure filled with joy
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challenges and plenty of
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exercise these dogs are intelligent
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loyal companions that can bring immense
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happiness into your life but they also
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require commitment and care so if you're
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ready for the Whirlwind that comes with
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having one of these remarkable breeds in
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your home go ahead just remember with
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great intelligence comes great
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responsibility and possibly some chewed
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up Furniture along the way
