Why You Can NO LONGER AFFORD to Ignore the Warning Signs of an Overwhelmed Collie

• Reactivity gets worse over time. Each bad experience builds up. A barking, lunging Collie won’t magically grow out of it - without training, their world shrinks as you start avoiding walks, parks, and social situations.
• Chasing is dangerous—potentially deadly. A Collie that bolts after a car, bike, or animal isn’t just a nuisance - it’s an accident waiting to happen. The longer chasing habits continue, the harder they are to break.
• Poor recall means a smaller world. If your Collie ignores you in favour of distractions, you can’t safely let them off-lead. This means fewer adventure spots, fewer walks, and even leaving them behind on holidays because it’s too stressful.
• Impulse control issues = chaos at home. A Collie who jumps, nips, or demand-barks doesn’t just make walks stressful - it makes everyday life frustrating. Without clearer boundaries, their behaviour only escalates.
• Pulling on the lead turns walks into a battle. A dog that drags you down the road, reacts to every distraction, or refuses to move at all makes daily walks a chore - so you walk them less, leading to pent-up energy and even more bad behaviour.
• Barking & noise sensitivity don’t go away on their own. Whether it’s fireworks, visitors, or the sound of a car outside, Collies prone to noise anxiety can spiral into constant stress - for them and for you.
• Your own confidence takes a hit. Constantly managing an out-of-control Collie makes you question if you’re doing something wrong. Training setbacks feel overwhelming, and without the right support, it’s easy to feel stuck.

Online Training Benefits Border Collies

Collies can find group classes stressful - the noise and proximity of other dogs is often very distracting. Starting the training in the comfort of your own home, where you're both relaxed is the best place to start the learning.

Using Playtime In The Programme Supercharges Your Training

Your collie already wants to play. But so far they've set the rules and they haven't been focused on building their self-control muscles! We're going to up the ante and use the power of play to create epic self-control that will help you in real-world situations.

Creative Collies Require Creative Solutions

Training is always most effective when we fully understand what motivates the learner. Collies are clever dogs, but we are often unaware of the lessons they're learning from us. This is where a specialist perspective makes the world of difference.