Friday, November 4, 2011

Merits Of Owning A Collie Puppy

By Roger Gray


The Collie might be the right dog if you are in the market for a pet that can keep you and your family safe and keep your children entertained and amused.

The Bodyguard

The Collie is one of the best general family dogs available because of its nature to protect and defend, dating back to its origins as a dog tasked to take care of and herd sheep.

An active and loving family ensures a happy Collie. This breed is not a good choice for apartment living, since it's a large dog and loves to spend time outside. A home with a big yard is ideal. The Collie may be an affable dog who enjoys playing with the young 'uns, but he is very determined to be the best watchdog he could be. A Collie would bark whenever he senses another person - or thing's presence in the yard - heck, even pieces of trash flying randomly around are fair game to him.

Hard-Headed, Easy To Train

It is common for the Collie to be a handful as a young pup, as they can be stubborn by nature. Puppy obedience classes are also highly recommended for you and your Collie puppy - unless you see nothing wrong with a 60-pound dog wreaking havoc inside and outside your house and throughout the neighborhood. And be sure to instill discipline - lay down the law and let your Collie know that he should stay on the floor if you don't want your furniture feeling as if it came from Sasquatch's yard sale. The very moment you let your Collie onto your furniture, he will probably think to himself that it's all well and good, and take every opportunity to stay there when you're out.

A Good Appetite

Collies can scarf down food like nobody's business. These dogs have a tendency to overeat, so it is best to give them 3 small meals a day. If your Collie develops a bulge around his middle, talk to your veterinarian about switching to a food that promotes weight loss.

Grooming Tips The Collie generally has rough hair and a long coat, but the grooming process is not as hard as it initially appears. To avoid matted hair, brush through the dog's coat at least once a day, gently moving through his face, behind his ears and in the leg area as well. Collie variants with smoother coats can be groomed only a few times a week.




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