The Border Collie is highly intelligent with an instinctive tendency to work and is very responsive to training. These dogs make keen, alert, loyal and sensitive companions. As well as being loving family pets they excel at obedience, agility and tracking, and make great sheepdogs. They are "people dogs" and so need to interact within the family.

A Border Collie will enjoy having another dog for company (preferably the opposite sex). Because of this breed's natural herding instinct, small pets that tend to run away may find themselves continually being herded into whatever area your Border Collie has designated for them. If you live on an area of land you will need to have a run made to restrain your dog when it is home alone, especially at night, as it will consider your neighbour's stock perfect for chasing.

Border Collies are double-coated dogs with a short thick undercoat and a moderately long medium textured topcoat. They are easy to groom if cared for on a regular basis. Weekly combing and brushing is needed to remove dead coat and to avoid problems when moulting.

If you are not prepared to exercise your Border Collie regularly then this is not the dog for you. A walk each morning and evening is a must to keep this dog fit and happy.

Please take note:
A Border Collie's strong in-built herding instinct can quickly turn into a dangerous chasing habit if not curbed. Because they are tempted to round up any moving object, this can include traffic – so train your dog to understand that "traffic herding" is not allowed.

IDEAL OWNERS

Because Border Collies grow so quickly and are extremely active, they are usually too "full on" for very young children and elderly folk. Their herding instinct can also make them a problem for the young.

IN CONCLUSION

If you have decided that the Border Collie is the dog for you and you are prepared to devote the time needed to properly train it, contact one of the groups listed below:

DECISION TIME

Before making a decision on getting a puppy, here are some articles you might find helpful:

• What do we need to consider if we are thinking of buying a puppy?
• How do I determine which breeder to use?
• What should you ask the breeder?
• How do you check if the breeder is reputable?
• What to ask your vet prior to buying a puppy

RECOMMENDED BREEDERS

Breeder Name	Kennel	State
Bev Preston-Stanley	Kambalano	QLD	Contact
John and Kate Valk	Khayoz	VIC	Contact
Tracey Lamb	Fidelis	QLD	Contact
Helena Fitzgerald	Borderfame	WA	Contact
Leanne Irvine	Hotnote	WA	Contact
Sandra Brennan	Finealta	NSW	Contact
Shae Sanders	Anebellesque Kennels	QLD	Contact
Nadia and David Radcliffe	Classicyds	QLD	Contact
Noel and Maureen Kay	Trumagic	QLD	Contact
Hayley Lamb	Borderton	WA	Contact
Terry and Wilcher	Taerlin	NSW	Contact
Debbie Jenner	Timatosha	QLD	Contact
Jodie Loffler	Kysima	SA	Contact
Wendy Atkins	DYKINTA	NSW	Contact
Robyn Attard	Konavan	NSW	Contact
Lauren Somers	Nahrof	NSW	Contact
Lila Benson	maxila	QLD	Contact
Melissa and Brett Farrell	Benshiva	NSW	Contact
Jacqueline Cant	Kayani	QLD	Contact
Daisy Baker	ROBATIFE	VIC	Contact
Kylie Leslie	Trucharm	QLD	Contact
Wendy Richardson	Sanpasho	TAS	Contact
Lynn Harrison	TULLACREST	SA	Contact
Suzanne Chandler	Talquah	QLD	Contact
Donna Schmelitschek	Dreamwood	NSW	Contact
Suzanne Goodchild	Szzan	VIC	Contact
Tracie Thompson	Mystiqview	QLD	Contact
Kelly Ashdowne	Showioz	QLD	Contact
Sharon Hannigan	Neecabe	NSW	Contact
Gail Ingersoll	Ingenue	NSW	Contact
Catherine Bull	Ionaborda	QLD	Contact
Sally Puglisi	Oakblu	QLD	Contact
Teresa Bailey	Tehya	ACT	Contact
Salena and Craig Jones	Austinsdream	TAS	Contact
Catherine Mullen	Bellcraige	NSW	Contact
Patricia Bode	Zeyar	NSW	Contact
Pete Wong	Elkana	QLD	Contact
Vincent Cavarra	Kiradowns	VIC	Contact
Carolyn & Debra Donovan & Hill	Kelsdon	VIC	Contact
narrelle wilkinson	cyndeebordercollies	NSW	Contact
Samantha Jones	WONELOOK	QLD	Contact
Norma crawford	KINNABI	NSW	Contact
Donna Wilson	Delgany	QLD	Contact
Leila Gravell	cheneyjr	TAS	Contact
deidre masters	Mahteek	NSW	Contact
Lauren Mitchell	Harvellie	SA	Contact
Veronica Caton	shearkat	NSW	Contact
Linda Quinto	Quinora	NSW	Contact
Jennifer Bayliss	Libertybrook	NSW	Contact
Debbie Younger	Monifieth	SA	Contact

* We have vetted and approved these independent breeders as meeting, at the time, our criteria for the reliable breeding, feeding, care and sale of suitable quality puppies of this breed. This does not mean that other breeders do not meet these criteria or are not otherwise suitable suppliers. Nor can our vetting and approval guarantee the quality of a breeder or puppy or that you will be happy with them. We disclaim any liability for the quality, acts or omissions of these breeders or their puppies and our approval of breeders is not a substitute for you making all appropriate enquiries and checks (including veterinary checks) before choosing a specific breeder or puppy.

CANINE CLUBS

Australian Capital Territory ACT Canine Association Inc PO Box 815 Dickson, ACT 2602 Tel: 02 6241 4404 Fax: 02 6241 1129 Email: CONTACT Website: www.actca.asn.au (Details correct as of 1/08/04)		New South Wales Royal New South Wales Canine Council Ltd PO Box 632 St Marys, NSW 1790 Tel: 02 9834 3022 or 1300 728 022 (NSW only) Fax: 02 9834 3872 Email: CONTACT Website: www.rnswcc.org.au (Details current as of 1/08/04)
Northern Territory The North Australian Canine Association Inc PO Box 37521 Winnellie, NT 0821 Tel: 08 8984 3570 Fax: 08 8984 3409 Email: CONTACT Website: www.users.bigpond.com/naca1/ (Details correct as of 6/08/04)		Queensland Canine Control Council (Queensland) PO Box 495 Fortitude Valley, Qld 4006 Tel: 07 3252 2661 Fax: 07 3252 3864 Email: CONTACT Website: www.cccq.org.au (Details correct as of 1/08/04)
South Australia South Australian Canine Association Inc PO Box 844 Prospect East, SA 5082 Tel: 08 8349 4797 Fax: 08 8262 5751 Email: CONTACT Website: www.saca.caninenet.com (Details correct as of 1/08/04)		Tasmania Tasmanian Canine Association Inc The Rothman Building PO Box 116 Glenorchy, Tas 7010 Tel: 03 6272 9443 Fax: 03 6273 0844 Email: CONTACT Website: www.tca.freeservers.com (Details correct as of 1/08/04)
Victoria Victorian Canine Association Locked Bag K9 Cranbourne, Vic 3977 Tel: 03 9788 2500 Fax: 03 9788 2599 Email: CONTACT Website: www.vca.org.au (Details correct as of 1/08/04)		Western Australia Canine Association of Western Australia Inc PO Box 1404 Canning Vale, WA 6970 Tel: 08 9455 1188 Fax: 08 9455 1190 Email: CONTACT Website: www.cawa.asn.au (Details correct as of 1/08/04)