So you're looking for a border collie puppy!

 Visions Border Collies want your experience in border collie ownership to be rewarding and enjoyable. But, so many times it isn't, due to the fact many people just pick a pup on appearance and buy!  Well, with the border collie it is very wise to do your homework and learn as much as possible before impulsively buying a cute border collie pup.  Most of us know all puppies are cute, soft,  have puppy breathe, lick and seem so sweet when young.  But all puppies grow up!

Border Collies are known for being the most intelligent dog breed and are very easy to train once you learn how to communicate what you want to them. This is true.They are for the most part a highly social dog , need both mental and physical stimulation and on average live somewhere between 10 to 15 years, sometimes longer! Persons that do best with this breed are those who like a challenge and lead a active lifestyle. Don't get a border collie if you want a low key, lay around the house type pet as his breed loves adventure and loves it when their humans join them in that adventure. If you want a dog that will go with you and share your active lifestyle the border collie just may be the breed for you to consider. But, please consider these questions: 

 1. Are you willing to be the 'alpha' or leader to your pup and spend quality time in training especially before your pup reaches 6 months of age?

 2. Are you ready for dealing with a possible rowdy type pup that tries to out fox you daily?

 3. Are you willing to socialize and make sure your border collie is trained to have at the least basic   obedience commands or manners?

 4. Are you aware having a border collie puppy is much like having a furry kid with many of the same demands?

 5. Do you know that border collies can become diggers, barkers, herders of children/other pets and they can become destructive when bored and frustrated from lack training, companionship and exercise?

 6. Are you willing to go the distance during the sometimes rough stages of your border collie pup growing up, that may last until they reach 2 years of age?

 7. Can you deal with making sure your border collie pup is well cared for and are more concerned with the temperament and  health of your border collie puppy instead of just the 'perfect markings' or color? ( This is especially true for pet/companion homes ).

 8. Do you live in a home situation which will provide amble room for housing and keeping a border collie through its life? ( Apartment dwellers do not offer the room needed for this breed ).