Border Collie Trust GB

Border Collie Trust GB Rescuing & rehoming border collies throughout the UK. Our centre is based near Rugeley, Staffordshire Donate via - https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/charity/bctgb

Thank you Tony & Nina for your email yesterday - It’s one year today since we brought Bobby home, best decision ever. H...
22/01/2025

Thank you Tony & Nina for your email yesterday - It’s one year today since we brought Bobby home, best decision ever. He is such a happy, smiley dog who loves everyone he meets. In turn, everyone falls in love with him. He loves soft toys and is often found snuggled up to them, but generally when there isn’t a lap to lay on! He does still lunge at traffic but once we away from roads, he settles and enjoys his walks. He also likes running around his large garden chasing birds.

‼️THE COUNTDOWN HAS BEGUN ‼️With HUGE excitement we're announcing the launch of our BRAND NEW 'Dogcast'...We plan to Pre...
22/01/2025

‼️THE COUNTDOWN HAS BEGUN ‼️
With HUGE excitement we're announcing the launch of our BRAND NEW 'Dogcast'...
We plan to Premiere our first episode LIVE on all our platforms, just like a highly anticipated movie or Television Show...it really is sensational, our brilliant friends at Superstar-Pets have done an extraordinary job and we can't wait to get it out there!!
The countdown is on...
PREMIERE LAUNCH is Thursday 30th January 2025 at 7.30 pm!!!



🌟 Roxy’s Profile – Border Collie Extraordinaire! 🌟Alright, you lovely lot, it’s Charlie and Polly here with the inside s...
21/01/2025

🌟 Roxy’s Profile – Border Collie Extraordinaire! 🌟

Alright, you lovely lot, it’s Charlie and Polly here with the inside scoop on our mate, Roxy—a proper diamond just waiting for her chance to sparkle! 💎

Roxy’s a 3-year-old collie who’s had a bit of a rocky road so far, but she’s ready to trade that in for a life full of cuddles and comfy snoozes. Here’s the rundown:

🐾 A Gentle Soul: Roxy’s a cautious girl, especially when it comes to being handled, so she’s looking for a patient pal with a soft approach. She’ll warm up to you—promise!

🏡 Calm & Quiet, Please: She’s not into the hustle and bustle, so a peaceful home with no kids or other pets is her dream.

🚶‍♀️ Walkies Approved: Roxy’s all about her strolls and doesn’t mind bumping into other dogs on her adventures, but she’s clear—she’s a solo act at home.

💖 Hidden Gem: Once you’re on her good side, she’s a proper snuggle bug. The sweetest reward for those who take the time to earn her trust.

Roxy’s waiting for her perfect match—a Rodney to her Del Boy—to help her shine. Think you’ve got what it takes to make her “lovely jubbly” dreams come true?

Get in touch with our team at Border Collie Trust GB and let’s get Roxy the forever home she deserves! 🏡https://www.bordercollietrustgb.org.uk/rehoming/how-do-i-adopt

"Listen up, chaps and chapesses! 🐾 We’ve got a tale to tell about a chap called Billy—a fine lad who’s had a tough go of...
21/01/2025

"Listen up, chaps and chapesses! 🐾 We’ve got a tale to tell about a chap called Billy—a fine lad who’s had a tough go of it. Billy’s 8 years old, neutered, and once lived the quiet life for six whole years. But life threw him a curveball when his dad fell ill with Dementia. The poor bloke started shouting and scaring Billy, who didn’t understand wha was happening. Things came to a head one day when Billy, frightened out of his wits, nipped someone’s leg. Chaos ensued, as you can imagine. 😞

His mum, bless her, had to make the hardest decision. With his dad unable to care for him and a neighbour involving the police, she brought Billy to Border Collie Trust, hoping he’d find a second chance. But a year has passed now, and no one’s stepped forward. Dreadful shame, that. 💔

Here’s the thing, though—Billy’s a good boy. He just needs time. He’s nervous around men (who can blame him?), but with patience and understanding, he’ll warm up. No sudden moves, mind! But once he trusts you, you’ll see he’s loyal to the core. 🐕💕

Billy’s dream home is calm and child-free, without cats or other dogs. He’s well-behaved indoors, loves car rides, and gets on famously with the staff here. But he needs someone who’ll visit him a few times, let him come round at his own pace, and give him the love he so deserves. 🌟

So, here’s the mission, folks: If you’ve got a kind heart, patience to spare, and room in your life for a nervous but loving chap, Billy’s waiting. Don’t let him be the one left behind. 💌 "

🐾 With love from your social media admin assistants, Charlie & Polly 🐾

🐾 Hi everyone, it's me, Bastian! 🐾I’m a four-year-old collie, and I’ve been told I’m quite the charmer! 🐕 I was a much-l...
21/01/2025

🐾 Hi everyone, it's me, Bastian! 🐾

I’m a four-year-old collie, and I’ve been told I’m quite the charmer! 🐕 I was a much-loved family pet, but sadly, my family had to make the heartbreaking decision to bring me into care because one of the children had a life-threatening asthma attack, and animals were found to be a trigger. 💔 It wasn’t easy for them to say goodbye, and I’ll always carry their love with me. ❤️

I did spend a couple of days in another home, but I guess I struggled a bit adjusting. I got a bit snappy when I was woken up suddenly and when someone tried to take a chicken wrapper I found (I mean, who doesn’t love chicken, right? 🙃). My original family never saw this side of me, so it’s clear I just need time, patience, and understanding in a new environment.

Here’s the lowdown on me:
🐾 House-trained & crate-trained
🐾 Good when left alone for a few hours
🐾 Great traveller & know basic commands
🐾 I’ve lived with cats, but I might chase them outdoors if the temptation’s too strong!
🐾 I tend to ignore other dogs on walks, so I’d probably thrive as an only dog.
🐾 I’ve lived with young children and been fine, but because of my recent incidents, I’ll need a home with no kids under 17.

I greet everyone with a wagging tail and a smile, and the staff here say I’m a sweetheart in kennels. I just need a home where someone understands I might need some extra time to settle and learn the rules of the house.

If you think you’re the one to help me shine, please take a look at https://www.bordercollietrustgb.org.uk/rehoming/how-do-i-adopt. I promise to be loyal, loving, and your best friend for life. 🐶💖

Love and tail wags,
Bastian 🐾

A big thank you to Abbots Bromley Community Choir for their kind donation from a raffle at their recent annual awards lu...
20/01/2025

A big thank you to Abbots Bromley Community Choir for their kind donation from a raffle at their recent annual awards lunch

Thank you Pat - Thank you for our one year got you card. Thank you for allowing Toby to come to my brother. He has tur...
20/01/2025

Thank you Pat - Thank you for our one year got you card. Thank you for allowing Toby to come to my brother. He has turned into a lovely laid back collie. He enjoys his own space (his basket) but is always eager to go walking which he does 3 times a day for about 25 minutes. He has many doggie and human friends and likes nothing more than a fuss of everyone. He loves watching squirrels and knows where to look for them. Thank you all again for your hard work with all the dogs and Toby thanks you as well.

Our colleagues at Jerry Green Dog Rescue, Nottingham have asked to share details of Ronnie a 2 year old Black and White,...
19/01/2025

Our colleagues at Jerry Green Dog Rescue, Nottingham have asked to share details of Ronnie a 2 year old Black and White, smooth haired collie who is currently in their care. He has lived with a dog previously and is social with other dogs. He is worried by men but comes round after a couple of meets, definitely more of a ladies dog. He is noise sensitive (as most are) but they believe his is more due to the unknown and lack of exposure. He only came to them due to his owner passing away so has had a lot go on recently. If you would like to know more please contact them directly
https://www.jerrygreendogs.org.uk/dogs/ronnie/

‼️HOT OFF THE PRESS ‼️With HUGE excitement we're launching our BRAND NEW 'Dogcast' very soon...We plan to Premiere our f...
19/01/2025

‼️HOT OFF THE PRESS ‼️
With HUGE excitement we're launching our BRAND NEW 'Dogcast' very soon...
We plan to Premiere our first episode by launching it live on all our platforms, just like a highly anticipated movie or Television Show...it really is sensational, our brilliant friends at Superstar-Pets have done an extraordinary job and we can't wait to get it out there!!
We need your help...we want as many people as possible to reach for the popcorn and plan a date to watch it, helping us make history as the first ever Podcast actually presented by dogs!!
So, we thought we would reach out and ask when would be the best time and day for you, establishing the most popular moment to launch...
Please just let us know by commenting below this post...
The countdown is on...


The following question was posted recently. We know collies love routine but does yours have particular routines like th...
18/01/2025

The following question was posted recently. We know collies love routine but does yours have particular routines like this?

“Routine - does anyone have a Collie that takes a set and specific route every time they leave the room? Our girl goes anticlockwise round the dining table and into the kitchen.”

Millie and Shigh were delighted to receive their prize this week and it looks like someone is already planning some trip...
18/01/2025

Millie and Shigh were delighted to receive their prize this week and it looks like someone is already planning some trips out 😁

A warm welcome to new guests, Mousse, Lassie, Kalvin, Quinn and Peggy (pictured). Full details will be on the website so...
17/01/2025

A warm welcome to new guests, Mousse, Lassie, Kalvin, Quinn and Peggy (pictured). Full details will be on the website soon

17/01/2025

🏃‍♂️🐾 LIVE FROM THE FIELD 🐾🏃‍♂️
“And they’re off! Tiko, the 3-year-old speedster, bursts onto the open field like a true champion, leaving the competition (and his handler!) in the dust or should that be frost! This young collie, originally a stray, has clearly found his stride, showing off boundless energy and a love for the great outdoors.”

Tiko’s got the moves, the drive, and the smarts – he’s house-trained, crate-trained, and knows the basics. While he’s got a strong sprint, he’s working on perfecting his pacing around traffic. 🚗💨 His ideal "training ground"? A calm, quiet home where he can thrive as the star of the show.

This determined competitor would do best without children or other pets in the audience, as he’s still working on his technique around food and handling. But with the right coach to guide him, Tiko’s ready to win hearts and find his new team! 🏅

📽️ Watch him in action below – the future champion of your home?
https://www.bordercollietrustgb.org.uk/rehoming/how-do-i-adopt

17/01/2025

Given the state of the road leading to our centre, we're surprised we missed National Pothole Day this week so let’s honour those persistent, unyielding craters in our roads that refuse to be ignored! To celebrate, we've opened a new local attraction!

🎥 Roll the tape!

➡️ First up, meet Trevor, the Tyre Biter—he’s been here so long, he’s eligible for a pension.
➡️ Next, Big Bertha, a true marvel of engineering failure.
➡️ And don’t miss Lake Splashmore! Perfect for kayaking after a rainy day.

👀 Watch as cars swerve, bounce, and crawl through this obstacle course that makes theme park rides look tame!

🛞 Honking for help? Hit "like" to raise awareness, or comment with the name of your favourite pothole!

📢 Dear We’ve sent this video to Hollywood. If they don’t make a disaster movie out of this, maybe you could just fix them? 🙏

Thanks for the update on Barney, John - He really is a happy lad now, and he is a lovely companion, just what I needed a...
16/01/2025

Thanks for the update on Barney, John - He really is a happy lad now, and he is a lovely companion, just what I needed at the time after losing my old girl. Too many folk take on Borders and do not appreciate their very special requirements. Interestingly, I know he came from a farm as his prey drive is very high.

In many ways I wish I had found him years ago when I was trialling and had my sheep I think he would have been a very good working dog. Collies suit me, they like routine and so do I, and thanks again. We were meant for each other.
Kind regards
John

16/01/2025

🎥❄️ Foggy mornings and frosty adventures! 🌫️⚽

Here's Stark having a great time in one of new enclosed areas, chasing his favourite ball through the chilly fog. 🐾💨 Nothing beats a crisp start to the day with a happy chap!

How do your dogs enjoy frosty mornings? Let us know! 🐕✨

15/01/2025

And a donation from every sale is generously given to BCTGB by them 👏

Thank you Lynda who messaged us recently (another great example of those two words Time & Patience) - It's two years ago...
15/01/2025

Thank you Lynda who messaged us recently (another great example of those two words Time & Patience) - It's two years ago today we drove to Staffordshire to pick up a very frightened Joseph (Joe). It took a good 6 months for him to come out his crate without me crawling in and attaching his lead.

With the help of his bossy sister Lillia he has become a more settled happy boy. He plays ball on the beach, loves rides in the car. Goes out for meals with us. Everyone says he is such a well behaved boy, though still a little shy. He has even been on holiday with us and stayed in a hotel where the staff thought he was wonderful.
I'm looking forward to many more years of his company.

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🏃‍♂️🐾 LIVE FROM THE FIELD 🐾🏃‍♂️ “And they’re off! Tiko, the 3-year-old speedster, bursts onto the open field like a true champion, leaving the competition (and his handler!) in the dust or should that be frost! This young collie, originally a stray, has clearly found his stride, showing off boundless energy and a love for the great outdoors.” Tiko’s got the moves, the drive, and the smarts – he’s house-trained, crate-trained, and knows the basics. While he’s got a strong sprint, he’s working on perfecting his pacing around traffic. 🚗💨 His ideal "training ground"? A calm, quiet home where he can thrive as the star of the show. This determined competitor would do best without children or other pets in the audience, as he’s still working on his technique around food and handling. But with the right coach to guide him, Tiko’s ready to win hearts and find his new team! 🏅 📽️ Watch him in action below – the future champion of your home? https://www.bordercollietrustgb.org.uk/rehoming/how-do-i-adopt #AdoptTiko #CollieChampion

Given the state of the road leading to our centre, we're surprised we missed National Pothole Day this week so let’s honour those persistent, unyielding craters in our roads that refuse to be ignored! To celebrate, we've opened a new local attraction! 🎥 Roll the tape! ➡️ First up, meet Trevor, the Tyre Biter—he’s been here so long, he’s eligible for a pension. ➡️ Next, Big Bertha, a true marvel of engineering failure. ➡️ And don’t miss Lake Splashmore! Perfect for kayaking after a rainy day. 👀 Watch as cars swerve, bounce, and crawl through this obstacle course that makes theme park rides look tame! 🛞 Honking for help? Hit "like" to raise awareness, or comment with the name of your favourite pothole! 📢 Dear @staffordshirecountycouncil We’ve sent this video to Hollywood. If they don’t make a disaster movie out of this, maybe you could just fix them? 🙏 #NationalPotholeDay #RoadAdventure #FixOurStreet #PotholePlunge

🎥❄️ Foggy mornings and frosty adventures! 🌫️⚽ Here's Stark having a great time in one of new enclosed areas, chasing his favourite ball through the chilly fog. 🐾💨 Nothing beats a crisp start to the day with a happy chap! How do your dogs enjoy frosty mornings? Let us know! 🐕✨ #FrostyMorning #DogLife #HappyPup

Short lived Winter Wonderland, but Lucky enjoyed "Dashing Through The Snow" yesterday

⭐ HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT ⭐ After the resounding success of our Christmas Advent Calendar...the brilliant Folks at Superstar-Pets proposed a truly inspired opportunity for the Border Collie Trust GB to launch 2025... So, with great excitement, we are revealing our BRAND NEW PODCAST...sorry, DOGCAST Teaser!! We believe it to be the first EVER PODCAST presented by DOGS in the WORLD!!! We also want you to get fully involved, among other features, we will be looking for your Border Collie rehoming success stories, we're looking for Fundraising Heroes, and anything else that you feel would be interesting to share! Our January DOGCAST is in Production and we will be releasing them monthly thereafter...How very exciting!!!! @topfans #podcast #podcasting #bordercollie #bordercollies #bordercollierescue #rescueismyfavoritebreed #newyear2025 #newyear #dogcast

🎄⭐Here it is...the BIG DAY...Day 25...CHRISTMAS DAY in our Magical Musicals Christmas Advent Calendar Extravaganza... This one is extra special because, taking the lead with ALL our stars, is LADY ANWYN belonging to our very own Ben Wilkes🎄⭐ We wanted to take this opportunity to thank Ben and everyone at BCTGB for all their absolutely incredible work, as without them, most of you just wouldn't have your beautiful dogs! This Campaign has been to raise awareness of the work we do at the Border Collie Trust GB rescuing and rehoming dogs to give them the life they deserve, and every single one of the dogs featured is now delightfully and happily living their best life!🎄⭐ There are of course still many dogs currently waiting for new homes in our care, and we would love it if you can help to make their Christmas better by making a donation to our Collie Christmas Collection https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/campaign/collie-christmas-collection?fbclid=IwY2xjawHXQMhleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHWOocuTAxlAyZ_zK0ggoZ1_c4c3eWez3AlEnPsvevBafEmfvePOAwzmL6g_aem_er7Fgr9xGdGIiR5Z5e-ouw We must thank Superstar-Pets for creating this absolutely extraordinary, very special Advent Calendar...🎄⭐ Today we are presenting ALL our stars performing “White Christmas” from ‘White Christmas’ ... We hope you have enjoyed this advent Calendar and wish you all a very Merry Christmas!!...🎄⭐ @top fans

🎄⭐We’re so excited to reveal Day 23 of our Magical Musicals Christmas Advent Calendar, each day starring a beautiful Border Collie Rescue dog performing in our biggest Production yet...🎄⭐ This Campaign is to raise awareness of the work we do at the Border Collie Trust GB rescuing and rehoming dogs to give them the life they deserve, and every single one of the dogs featured is now delightfully and happily living their best life!🎄⭐ There are of course, many dogs currently waiting for new homes in our care, and we would love it if you can help to make their Christmas better by making a donation to our Collie Christmas Collection https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/campaign/collie-christmas-collection?fbclid=IwY2xjawHUm5NleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHeq04-__aLXQNKuea-D6Irq5d3G1nTFxB0PUyA8F3av2hQ370KKLtzHMKQ_aem_W1mICII0i1bqhfYdUVNhlg We must thank Superstar-Pets for creating this absolutely extraordinary, very special Advent Calendar...🎄⭐ Today we are presenting MEEKO belonging to Donna McCausland performing “Out Here on my Own” from ‘Fame’ ... So... who will be our musical star on Christmas Eve?...🎄⭐ @topfans

🎄⭐We’re so excited to reveal Day 21 of our Magical Musicals Christmas Advent Calendar, each day starring a beautiful Border Collie Rescue dog performing in our biggest Production yet...🎄⭐ This Campaign is to raise awareness of the work we do at the Border Collie Trust GB rescuing and rehoming dogs to give them the life they deserve, and every single one of the dogs featured is now delightfully and happily living their best life!🎄⭐ There are of course, many dogs currently waiting for new homes in our care, and we would love it if you can help to make their Christmas better by making a donation to our Collie Christmas Collection https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/campaign/collie-christmas-collection?fbclid=IwY2xjawHTPHJleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHf2_mab2Uxj-JO_mTyGV-5GcKwy0opiK4gqX7FxTmtrq6sqnhJvNoXINyA_aem_wL8JPvn5ctgdy02y1menKQ We must thank Superstar-Pets for creating this absolutely extraordinary, very special Advent Calendar...🎄⭐ Today we are presenting MOLLIE belonging to Beverley McIntosh performing “When You Wish Upon a Star” from ‘Pinocchio’ ... So... who will be our musical star tomorrow?...🎄⭐ @topfans

🎄⭐We’re so excited to reveal Day 17 of our Magical Musicals Christmas Advent Calendar, each day starring a beautiful Border Collie Rescue dog performing in our biggest Production yet...🎄⭐ This Campaign is to raise awareness of the work we do at the Border Collie Trust GB rescuing and rehoming dogs to give them the life they deserve, and every single one of the dogs featured is now delightfully and happily living their best life!🎄⭐ There are of course, many dogs currently waiting for new homes in our care, and we would love it if you can help to make their Christmas better by making a donation to our Collie Christmas Collection https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/campaign/collie-christmas-collection?fbclid=IwY2xjawHN9fRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHfoB-f3cCho328D87VXGxcfG_p3OjKAwE840U6QQRb7N2Kfdi3gbdsNDvg_aem_CsUukRLOHhOZB0H37DtDbQ We must thank Superstar-Pets for creating this absolutely extraordinary, very special Advent Calendar...🎄⭐ Today we are presenting LENNY Jenni Gilbert performing “Who will Buy” from ‘Oliver’ ... So... who will be our musical star tomorrow?...🎄⭐ @topfans

🎄⭐We’re so excited to reveal Day 16 of our Magical Musicals Christmas Advent Calendar, each day starring a beautiful Border Collie Rescue dog performing in our biggest Production yet...🎄⭐ This Campaign is to raise awareness of the work we do at the Border Collie Trust GB rescuing and rehoming dogs to give them the life they deserve, and every single one of the dogs featured is now delightfully and happily living their best life!🎄⭐ There are of course, many dogs currently waiting for new homes in our care, and we would love it if you can help to make their Christmas better by making a donation to our Collie Christmas Collection https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/campaign/collie-christmas-collection We must thank Superstar-Pets for creating this absolutely extraordinary, very special Advent Calendar...🎄⭐ Today we are presenting FLOSS Maysie the Therapy dog. performing “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” from ‘Mary Poppins’ ... So... who will be our musical star on the big day?...🎄⭐ @topfans

Day 13 of our Magical Musicals Christmas Advent Calendar
Day 13 of our Magical Musicals Christmas Advent Calendar

🎄⭐We’re so excited to reveal Day 13 of our Magical Musicals Christmas Advent Calendar, each day starring a beautiful Border Collie Rescue dog performing in our biggest Production yet...🎄⭐ This Campaign is to raise awareness of the work we do at the Border Collie Trust GB rescuing and rehoming dogs to give them the life they deserve, and every single one of the dogs featured is now delightfully and happily living their best life!🎄⭐ There are of course, many dogs currently waiting for new homes in our care, and we would love it if you can help to make their Christmas better by making a donation to our Collie Christmas Collection https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/campaign/collie-christmas-collection We must thank Superstar-Pets for creating this absolutely extraordinary, very special Advent Calendar...🎄⭐ Today we are presenting BAILEY belonging to Julie Anne Macham performing “Love Changes Everything” from ‘Aspects of Love’ ... But who will be our musical star tomorrow?...🎄⭐ @topfans

Day 12 of our Magical Musicals Christmas Advent Calendar
Day 12 of our Magical Musicals Christmas Advent Calendar

🎄⭐We’re so excited to reveal Day 12 of our Magical Musicals Christmas Advent Calendar, each day starring a beautiful Border Collie Rescue dog performing in our biggest Production yet...🎄⭐ This Campaign is to raise awareness of the work we do at the Border Collie Trust GB rescuing and rehoming dogs to give them the life they deserve, and every single one of the dogs featured is now delightfully and happily living their best life!🎄⭐ There are of course, many dogs currently waiting for new homes in our care, and we would love it if you can help to make their Christmas better by making a donation to our Collie Christmas Collection https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/campaign/collie-christmas-collection We must thank Superstar-Pets for creating this absolutely extraordinary, very special Advent Calendar...🎄⭐ Today we are presenting RAE belonging to Floss Kendrick performing “Over the Rainbow” from ‘The Wizard of Oz’ ... But who will be our musical star tomorrow?...🎄⭐ @topfans

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