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Training & behaviour for all breeds with the TLC – Thinking Like Canines technique developed by Barbara Sykes MCFBA MBPDT & Vicki Sykes TLC consultant

Our method of understanding and training dogs is without the use of check chains, titbits, haltis and toys. It helps people to gain their dog’s love, affection and good manners through natural body language and canine communication. Pulling on a lead is one of the most consistent problems presented to us but with correct communication it can be simple to train. More information can be found on www.bordercollies.co.uk

28/10/2025

We now have a shop on our website with some of Vicki's Wiggies World of Arts and Crafts. The photo is one of her Clocks, there are some great pressie ideas and she can also do bespoke gifts
https://www.bordercollies.co.uk/shop/

20/09/2025

Thank you so much to everyone who responded to my last post. The dogs in this country are not supported by the country and that's very sad.
We're about to set off to the talk today in Crawshawbooth, it will be interesting to see how people feel as those who know me know I don't gloss things over. We have 2 pups at 4 mnth old coming (different homes and not related) both are nipping/biting. To be honest when talk about the genetics and using natural body language people really do get it, they just haven't realised previously how important it is.
Having said that I know Bonny will do me proud but TJ will want to be a Diva!
If anyone wants to do a last minute booking I'm sure we can you fit you in.

19/09/2025

What happened to commitment?
I remember a time when there were not many rescues and they weren't all full, because at the time people got a dog and they're promise to that dog was to give it a loving home for the rest of its life - and most of them did!
Now the promise gets broken without any commitment to the dog or to putting in the work involved. Years ago a shepherd told me that having a dog was like getting married, you put in the effort to understand each other, you learn to work at it and you have a lifetime relationship. Wise words but sadly today that commitment is rare, with both dogs and partnerships. I'm probably sounding a tad bitter but when people want to put their dog into rescue because it 'doesn't fit the lifestyle anymore' there is something seriously wrong! Those dogs take up the space that genuine cases need! Also a lot of the young dogs are declared to have bite history, they aren't born biting, chasing things and obsessed!
The dogs in the photos are in our Sanctuary, brought in with huge issues, we can't rehome them because everybody wants dogs that can be with kids, cats, other dogs, go into pubs etc. But how come we can get these dogs to love us when their owners couldn't
Rant over but would love your thoughts.

18/09/2025

Have you booked your place yet for this insight into the Border Collie taking place Sept 20th

Only four days left to secure your place.
We still have a few seats left for pay at the door entry. Please email your name so we can hold a place for you. Details below
Thank you

Does Your Border Collie have an Identity Crisis?
Is he really rounding up children, or is he playing?
Why is the short coated, prick eared tri-colour so different to his sibling?
Do they really need miles of walking everyday?
Are they obsessive or do they just strive to please?
It’s not all black and white!
Breed Bio:
“hard working, honest, reliable, loyal, GSH, seeking sensible uncomplicated humans with the above qualities and we will get on famously. Car driver preferred and someone dedicated to keeping my life simple and easy to understand”.
On September 20th FOSTBC will be at looking at the myths and the reality of this amazing breed. Barbara Sykes MCFBA MBIPDT, will be talking about rescue, training, problem solving, issues, and answering questions. She has a wealth of experience with Border Collies, and has sometimes been likened to one so you can expect the unexpected, as questions are asked and answered with lots of anecdotes, shared knowledge and an entertaining look at the canine mind.
If you have a Border Collie, a rescue, a Collie with issues or just love dogs of all breeds then don’t miss an afternoon at the Friendship lodge, Crawshawbooth, Rossendale BB4 8NS September 20th 2pm – 4pm
There is a donation fee of £5per person to cover expenses
Bank transfer The Freedom of Spirit Trust 80042481 : 51-70-19
For paypal or other methods of payment please visit our site www.fostbc.org.uk and go to the ‘giving’ page
On all payments please put your name plus ‘talk’ & email [email protected] for confirmation
Thank You

28/08/2025

A few seats left for pay at the door
Does Your Border Collie have an Identity Crisis?
Is he really rounding up children, or is he playing?
Why is the short coated, prick eared tri-colour so different to his sibling?
Do they really need miles of walking everyday?
Are they obsessive or do they just strive to please?
It’s not all black and white!
Breed Bio:
“hard working, honest, reliable, loyal, GSH, seeking sensible uncomplicated humans with the above qualities and we will get on famously. Car driver preferred and someone dedicated to keeping my life simple and easy to understand”.
On September 20th FOSTBC will be at looking at the myths and the reality of this amazing breed. Barbara Sykes MCFBA MBIPDT, will be talking about rescue, training, problem solving, issues, and answering questions. She has a wealth of experience with Border Collies, and has sometimes been likened to one so you can expect the unexpected, as questions are asked and answered with lots of anecdotes, shared knowledge and an entertaining look at the canine mind.
If you have a Border Collie, a rescue, a Collie with issues or just love dogs of all breeds then don’t miss an afternoon at the Friendship lodge, Crawshawbooth, Rossendale BB4 8NS September 20th 2pm – 4pm
There is a donation fee of £5per person to cover expenses
Bank transfer The Freedom of Spirit Trust 80042481 : 51-70-19
For paypal or other methods of payment please visit our site www.fostbc.org.uk and go to the ‘giving’ page
On all payments please put your name plus ‘talk’ & email [email protected] for confirmation
Thank You

08/08/2025

We now have our newsletter available on our website. If you visit this link https://www.fostbc.org.uk/newsletters/ you will find a link to the pdf plus links to articles relevant in the news letter.
Hope you like it and happy reading.
Barbara

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Ilkley
BD163AU

Telephone

+441274564163

Website

http://www.bordercollies.co.uk/

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