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Border Collie Rescue,
Australia
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Border Collie Rescue,
Australia
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Cooper --- (posted 6/7/2024) ---
Cooper is a 2.5 yo old, desexed male Border Collie. My wife bought
him as a semi-retirement dog for herself but has been working 7 days a week for most
of the past year.
He is a lovely dog and has had some training and can walk well on
leash. He recently had a
four week intensive "boarding school" training experience and he is
certainly much easier to
manage and very attentive to his humans wishes. He is very
defensive of his food and the breeder says that he was the boss of the
litter in that respect.
There are two smaller, older dogs at home and he gets along well with
them but would like
them to be more playful, same for the cat.
Cooper doesn't spend much time alone at home so he hasn't developed
any boredom
related bad habits.
Our main concern is that if he gets loose from our yard due to human
error he will run up to
people and bark aggressively and we have even seen him grab a truck
driver by his pants
leg. He does not like trucks (recent training has greatly improved his
reaction to vehicles) and also wants to chase scooters and
bicycles which makes us
very nervous. Currently the excitement of freedom overcomes his
training and catching him
can be a strenuous and time consuming activity.
Given that our business commitment look like increasing, we think
Cooper deserves a home
where he can be given the education and attention he needs by people
who know and love
Border Collies. Cooper has not had contact with small children or
sheep so I would be wary
of introducing him to either without close supervision.
I suspect a semi-rural home would suit him beautifully. For more info
on Cooper please contact Peter at petercook474@gmail.com
Woody --- (posted 25/7/2024) ---
Woody is a 3 year old Border Collie male, lilac colour (light brown
and white) needing a new home. We feel that Woody would be ideally
suited to a mature couple or single person with no young children
around, someone who works from home or has a large property and
outdoor lifestyle.
Strengths - Woody is extremely loyal, loveable and energetic and has never had
any health issues. Loves to be around us and loves nothing more than
chasing the ball and going for walks and runs off the lead. When he
bonds with someone he will be their very best friend.
Challenges - Woody can be highly anxious which can lead to growling at certain
people (such as one of our older sons and in any new setting such as
trying to get him into the vets). Woody needs a lot of activity and space
as well of course by nature.
A home experienced with an anxious border collie, able to build his
confidence with new things, would be ideal.
We love him dearly so are looking for just the right new home.
Located in the Pakenham area. For more info please contact Leonie at
mrs.francois4@gmail.com
Aria --- (posted 9/8/2024) ---
Aria is a loving and lovely girl, mostly white with black highlights.
She is very active, understands commands, walks well on lead and
off lead, and is scared of water sometimes - doesn't like to swim, also scared of
brooms. Aria is friendly with other dogs, she has grown up with another female
border collie and two cats. Not too fussed about toys, she loves
cuddling and snuggling her head into elbows.
Aria was rescued by her current owner when she came into a vet
practice as a stray. She has been given a second chance, and now needs
to find a forever home.
A new family who is able to provide for her, such things: as a large
back yard; to be walked for more than one hour daily; to be given work
to do, eg herding training or tracking or agility. She needs both
physical and mental actvity to keep her stimulated, and if she is just
left in a back yard she has a tendency to dig holes.
Aria is in excellent health and up to date with all vet work and vaccinations.
For more info on Aria please contact Serena at serenasakeson@gmail.com
Maggie --- (posted 20/8/2024) ---
Maggie, a 9-year-old Border Collie, is highly energetic and never
seems to rest. She is obsessed with toys and constantly wants to play
fetch. When in an open space and not engaged in play, she barks
non-stop, which has led to complaints from neighbors, even after
moving to a farm. Maggie has an Obedience 2 certificate and used to
participate in agility courses, demonstrating her high level of
training. However, due to our limited time, she often gets bored, leading to
aggressive behavior towards people who try to stop her from playing or
towards other dogs. She is very reactive, and any potential new home
should be prepared for her high energy levels and need for constant
engagement. Maggie does not enjoy playing with other dogs and prefers
to play exclusively with people. She can become aggressive if
challenged by a person or another dog.
An experienced BC home, which can teach Maggie to learn to be calm,
and instill an off-switch would be desirable. Mental games as well as
physical would be an advantage. Maggie is not a dog to simpoly keep in
the back-yard.
For more info on Maggie please contact Carlos at
carlosclaitonkuhn@gmail.com
Luna --- (posted 26/8/2024) ---
Luna is our beloved 5 year old black and white border collie. She is a
much loved member of the family and due to unforeseen circumstances we
are looking for the right family to have her as their own. Luna loves
walks and the beach and open spaces. She needs more training off lead
but on lead she is great! She is protective of the kids and her yard.
She does need a bit more training due to these unforeseen
circumstances we haven't been as consistent so someone who know what
they are doing will help. She loves to run in open spaces but again
needs some help with call back. She loves to cuddle and loves and good
scratch on the tummy. If I sit outside with her she loves to sit next
to me with a cuddle and head on my lap. She is a great girl. She does
have some anxiety but with consistent walking and using her mind each
day this always subsides. Lastly she doesn't mind getting groomed.
This decision isn't easy! We want the absolute best for Luna and
someone who calls her her member of the family too. For more info on
Luna please contact Kristy at Jh77@tpg.com.au
Finn --- (posted 10/9/2024) ---
I'm looking to find a new home for my beautiful, playful boy. He's 1
year and 5 months old, with a friendly temperament and a love for
adventure. He's toilet trained, knows basic commands, and is
well-behaved around food. He's desexed and his vaccinations, worm,
flea, and tick treatments are all up to date. His areas of concern
include digging, and some lounge chewing, which has been mostly
attributed to boredom. He has no history of harming any animals or
people. He doesn't bark much, except during play, and absolutely loves
the water! He's an active dog who would thrive in a home where he can
get lots of exercise and adventures, ideally with another playful,
energetic dog as a companion. We are looking for the very best home
for this boy. If you think that might be you then please contact Jade
at jadelhaerse@gmail.com
Izzy --- (posted 10/9/2024) ---
Izzy is 6 yr old brown merle Border Collie. She is pedigree with
papers and family history.
Vaccinated, wormed, heart wormed and flea and tick treated.
Izzy is a very happy loving dog that loves loads of pats and cuddles.
Loves walks and water.
Izzy is not a ball chaser. She is great with other pets as I have
cats and shows absolutely no mind to them at all. Great with kids.
She has beautiful manners. Does not jump up at all, trained to wait
before eating food Walks well on lead (have not tested her recall
off lead in open area.) She is very well behaved and responsive
so would think she would be good.
Does get a little anxious when left alone too long but if with another
dog she would be good. Suitable for any home that will give her
loads of love. Izzy will come with her leads and bowls and toys.
For more info on Izzy please contact cheriehickey@hotmail.com
Luna II --- (posted 29/9/2024) ---
Luna is a beautiful tri colour, petite, pure bred border collie
(papers supplied). She is a dog that is happy to spend the day by her
person's side. Luna loves nothing more than following you around the
garden or house. Her petite size makes perfect for any home setting
backyard, farm or even in a caravan (she has done it all).
In the last 2 years we have started our family and discovered that
Luna and children do not mix. She has not adjusted well to having
small children in her space at all and finds the unpredictability of
kids very stressful. Luna's response to fear and stress is to be
aggressive and try to nip. We strongly believe that Luna requires a
home environment with no children. She is a beautiful quiet dog but
carries anxiety. Luna has all the basic training down pat and is good
to walk on and off the lead. We really want our little girl to get a
second chance at a thriving happy life.
For more info on Luna please contact Sharna at sharna_hemsley@hotmail.com
Minke --- (posted 29/9/2024) ---
Minke (female, 2 y/o, blue Merle, desexed and fully vaxxed) is a truly
special little girl who will be your best friend and shadow. She is
sweet, curious and bonds easily to people. She has some anxiety issues
that mean she struggles with living with another dog, which is why I
am making the heart-breaking decision to rehome her. Her anxiety is
otherwise well-controlled with medication and environmental
management, this will need to be ongoing in her new home. Minke loves
playing with her toys, kisses on her nose, belly tickles, going for
walks and swims and doing nosework training. She is loves going on
adventures but is also very happy with a quiet life with short walks
and lots of pats. She seeks out affection and loves to participate in
whatever you're doing, whether that's gardening or driving to the
shops or minding your feet while you work from home. She is not
well-suited to being left alone all day every day. She has great
recall and good basic training. Minke is absolutely adored and I am
looking for a home for her where she will receive all the love and
affection she deserves. We are currently based in SA but travel to the
east coast regularly so happy to take inquiries from anywhere. For
more information please contact Ash at asha.greenwood@gmail.com
Rosie I --- (posted 21/11/2024) ---
Rosie is black and white and has an abundance of energy. She loves to
catch balls and fetch things. Rosie would be suited to an acreage as
she had been living on 100 acres prior to us moving into smaller
accommodation.
Rosie struggles with being in a small area hence the need to find a
loving home with acreage. All of Rosie's needles are up to date and she
is in good health. For more info on Rosie please contact Ann at
sharp1954ann@gmail.com
Zoey --- (posted 24/11/2024) ---
Zoey is a 3 year old female black and white border collie that we have
had since she was 10 weeks old. She is quirky and energetic but also
an anxious little soul. She has shown fear aggression and resource
guarding and is not overly keen on people encroaching on her personal
space. Also most recently, there has been fighting with our other
collie and they can no longer be together. Zoey will suit a quiet home
with no children and no other animals. Zoey is used to living in a
suburban backyard and most recently on an acre, as long as she has a
way to burn off energy and keep herself busy she is great. She will
need someone who is patient and understands collie behaviour and is
willing to put in a little work. She is standoffish around new people
and is not an affectionate dog in terms of cuddles but she will follow
you and sit at your feet and loves a scratch. This is such hard
decision for us as we do love her however our other dog has recently
been diagnosed with a high needs medical issue and Zoey does not get
the attention and love she really deserves. She is smart and has basic
training and would make a great companion for someone who lives a
simple and quiet life. If you would like any further info, please
email jessicamyra84@gmail.com
Scudley --- (posted 4/12/2024) ---
Scudley Elliott, faultless temperament. Heart of gold, always gives
his best.
He has been a top working sheep dog and worked cattle as well. On farm
and competition, winning and placing in many sheep dog trials. NSW
rego N6462.
A true friend that deserves a good retirement.
For more info on Scudley please contact
Tony Elliott.
Brungle. NSW 2722
Ph. 0269 449182
Archie --- (posted 13/12/2024) ---
Name: Archie
DOB: 24/6/2019
Breed: Border Collie Red (no papers) desexed
Microchip: 900079000730828
Vaccinations: due in Feb but I'm happy to get them done early so he is
up to date. Gets bravecto every 3 months (beginning of the season so
just had 1st December)
Likes: long runs, the water (beach and river) being near his people he
won’t play with any toys or balls
Food: eats a range of tinned food, supacoat and whatever veggies not
fussy
Dislikes: power tools, dogs, thunderstorms (can be anxious around new
places and people)
Training: basic can sit stay come drop does a few tricks and will wait
for food. Not a good lead walker, we usually take him on a long lead.
Issues: Archie is a somewhat anxious dog, and now seems to be not
getting along with the other dog in the home. An experienced home with
no other dogs, and an ability to work on his anxiety is sought.
For more info please contact Amanda at manda_chara@hotmail.com
Clark --- (posted 21/12/2024) ---
Clark is a very friendly and loving dog who can be a bit shy around
new people. He loves pats, ear scratches, and is a wonderful companion
dog. Clark thrives on company, enjoys car rides, walks, and lots of
playtime - particularly catching a ball and playing tug. Clark also
loves chicken sometimes he will do zoomies for it.
Clark needs an active family and large area to roam and explore and
thrive. He is not suited to a small yard area.
Training Level: He knows all basic commands, like stop, sit and stay
as well as "shake hands" and "high five." He walks well with a muzzle
and follows directions.
Issues: Clark does lunge at cars and does not interact well with other
dogs if he feels threatened. He also struggles with anxiety.
Additionally, he tends to bark at night. For more info please contact
Alex at asunjic97@gmail.com
Tilly --- (posted 9/1/2025) ---
Tilly is a desexed 7 year old female Border Collie (8 in March 25).
She was purchased from Naroff Border Collies in Narellan as a pup and
has only ever lived with us.
She is a very affectionate girl with a lot of love to give. She is
crate trained and has good obedience.
She loves to go on walks and when possible loves to be off lead. Her
recall is very good.
Tilly is not renowned at being good with other dogs. Her dominance
over them is why we need to re-home her. I currently have my daughter
living with us and her 18mth old daughter as well as her own two dogs.
Tilly can do well with the other dogs for extended periods and then
without any known obvious triggers she will become aggressive towards
them and mostly the other male Border Collie.
Tilly also struggles to be groomed. I found a great groomer who was
very patient with her and looked after her beautiful coat.
Unfortunately she put her business on hold for family reasons and I
tried a few others but it was unfair to them and Tilly so I took her
to the vet and they cut her coat short, I think she likes it. She
loves the water and absolutely loves swimming. When she has one to one
attention, she is the best most beautiful dog. Sweet, loving and giving.
I am unable to provide her with this due to working and family
commitments that have come on in the last couple of years.
Tilly is the most loyal dog and
has doesn't show aggression to those who love, feed and care for her.
She has on the other hand been snappy with people she doesn't know and
strangers who come in our yard to due to her anxiety as she can be
overly protective. For more info on Till please contact Deb at
deborah.abric@bigpond.com
Millie --- (posted 13/1/2025) ---
Millie is a 6 year old desexed, black & white Border Collie/Kelpie mix.
She is a beautiful & generally quiet girl that thrives on human
company & would lie happily minding your feet all day if you worked
from home.
Loves to swim or play ball.
Usually play ball to tire her out before walking her as she pulls on
her lead.
Does have some anxiety issues (especially if left at home alone for
long periods) & can be scared of some loud noises...lawn mower/cars.
Unfortunately not known to be good with other dogs & I am too scared
to take her out on my own due to my own anxiety issues.
Has basic training...sit...down..shakes before treats & has a routine
before she eats.
Toilet trained. Generally not a barker, she doesn't chew (apart from her
toys) or dig.
Microchipped & up to date with her flea/ heart worm tabs.
Not up to date with vaccinations (I am happy to help/contribute towards
her getting up to date if needed).
She would benefit from an experienced home with no other dogs & some
consistency with further training.
Due to some recent issues & my now work commitments I hoping to find
my girl a loving someone or family & the better future that she
deserves.
For any more info on Millie please contact Jenny at
jennymhayden@bigpond.com
Willow --- (posted 14/1/2025) ---
Willow is a black and white BC that was breed for herding sheep. My
husband has a farm and needed help with the cattle, so we bought
willow, and he was going to train her. But he broke his hip due to his
cancer. So Willow was never trained. I do not know if it is to late
for her to be trained but I would love someone to try. If not she
needs someone who will walk her everyday as she has a lot of energy.
Willow will sit, stay and do all the normal things, she loves to fetch
but
will only bring it back to near you, not at your feet. She is stubborn,
but in a playful way. She will always sit before I give her a treat,
and takes her time eating. She looks at you with her eyes and you
think she is talking to you, I love her expression. When you tell her
off she will give a little bark - she likes to have the last word.
Willow is up to date with all her injections and has never been sick a
day in her life. For more info on Willow please contact Sandra at
springbank7@bigpond.com
Prince --- (posted 17/1/2025) ---
Prince is a fiercely loyal, protective, affectionate and healthy border collie
cross.
Has had regular exercise his whole life, and never any health issues.
He can be reactive to other dogs on lead and can try to 'hump' other dogs
as part of normal play when off-lead. He can be anxious and somewhat
unpredictable with strangers, particularly if surprised in his own
territory.
Regrettably I need to re-home due to significant unexpected change in
family circumstances (divorce, move towns, downsize to apartment). No
longer able to keep a dog, and give him the attention and love he
deserves.
Prince is chipped, desexed and vaccinated.
For more info on Prince please contact Cade at me@cadewhitbourn.com
For details on each dog please
contact the listed owner, and for general information on BC rescue email bcrescueaustralia@gmail.com
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