Working collie wanted (urgent)

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helbe

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Due to us losing our Border collie suddenly we are trying to find one asap. We have a youngster who is not quite ready to take sole responsibility yet so need an older bitch who can help her out.We will not be able to get our sheep in without one!!
If anyone knows of one can they message me.Thankyou x
 
helbe said:
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We have a youngster who is not quite ready to take sole responsibility yet so need an older bitch who can help her out.

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NOW is the time for your young dog to come of age. It's often the best way. You will have to help the youngster, but working with collies is a team effort, and with your support and encouragement, your youngster will become an adult, in no time at all. I accept that over facing her wont help, so standing with her, and standing up to sheep, will show her that they are nothing to fear.

I had a 20 week old pup, admittedly he had balls of steel, and within a further 8 weeks, he had a 200 yard outrun, an outrun which he never lost, incidentally. He was my only dog, and immediately took on groups of 60+ sheep, but with my help. At a 11 months, he'd face anything with 2 legs or 4, and would move 400 ewes single handed.

Give your puppy the chance, she may surprise you! ;)

Alec.
 
It it's needed for a specific job, are there no contract shepherds in your area who could help you out short term? Try your local market, International Sheep Dog Society, NFU, etc.
 
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