How do I make my dog less excited when people come over?
Offer Treats — and Distractions When a guest comes in, treat your dog for sitting, and then immediately ask her to do another behavior, or simply to stay in the sit to await another treat or petting. You may need to treat your dog more frequently until she learns to behave calmly under the most exciting circumstances.
When does a Border Collie become an adult?
This energy will likely manifest as nervousness, destructive behavior, or nuisance barking. Your Border Collie will need the most exercise while in the adolescent phase of his life-cycle, between 6 months and 15 months of age.
Why does my Border Collie get anxious all the time?
It might be a moment that has happened a thousand times in your home, such as a baby yelling or a child petting the dog, that causes your dog to seem anxious. These are natural feelings that can be difficult to deal with as they remind you that your dog is growing old and changing.
How old was Ned the Border Collie when he became sensitive?
Of course I have had other dogs in the past that have been in tune with human emotions (happy, sad, sick, etc) but nothing anywhere close to our Border Collie. I think the first time that this really showed itself was when Ned the Border Collie was around 8 months old.
What should I do if my Border Collie is acting out?
When your Border Collie is young, make sure anything that is attractive to your puppy is out of harm’s way. Limit your puppy’s access to the rest of the house by closing doors until it is old enough to know the rules and you can trust it. Exercise your border collie more and increase your training to exercise your Border Collie puppy’s mind.
How does age affect a border collie dog?
However, because the border collie has such an exuberant personality and so much excitement as a young dog, it’s really difficult for many dog owners to see the changes that come with age in this breed. There is nothing you can do about the aging process in a dog but adapt your own behaviors to his newly acquired behaviors.
When do Border Collies need the most exercise?
Your Border Collie will need the most exercise while in the adolescent phase of his life-cycle, between 6 months and 15 months of age. During this time, ensure he (or she) receives about 90 minutes daily, with a little bit of that time being “off-leash” in independent play.
Of course I have had other dogs in the past that have been in tune with human emotions (happy, sad, sick, etc) but nothing anywhere close to our Border Collie. I think the first time that this really showed itself was when Ned the Border Collie was around 8 months old.
What to do with a bored Border Collie?
Train your border collie to fit into to your household and always praise and reward good behaviour. A bored Border Collie is a dog that will become destructive. Border Collie’s are not a breed you can leave in the backyard day after day without exercise and mental stimulation.