Sparrow Bordercollies

11/25/2022

Gabbi! She is our go to. Trained well. Sweet and likes to work. Hopefully, we can see her working soon.

11/25/2022

A picture of my jumping bean. This girl can jump a house! Lol Gem... sweet, intelligent, listens, good head.... JUMPS! 🙂 she is going to make a good stock dog with sense!

11/25/2022

Sass looking for a loving family. Is it yours?

11/25/2022

Late posting this here. But, Jack had his first pup cup. I think he is a Starbucks fan like I am!
😃

10/22/2022

Sweet babies. Bit and Sass!
Sass (the one in front) is available.

10/12/2022

This little sweetie is still looking for her forever family.
Born May 15th
ABCA registered.
She is super sweet and loves being loved on.

10/05/2022

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08/30/2022

Both Females
Available

08/27/2022

I can't say no to this beauty.
She is a little muddy and in bed. Oh well, we will be washing sheets and a Pearl! Lol
I love this girl!

08/23/2022

Orange border collies. Nasty weather...

08/23/2022

I'm in Georgia. But, wanted to share.

Veterinarians are encouraged to call the Laboratory if they have any questions about sample collection, submission, or diagnostic options and contact MDARD if unusual or reportable illnesses are seen.

08/16/2022

Available. Bloodlines Stanhill Glen and Nap.

08/10/2022

Sweet Jo

08/09/2022

Pearl! The pyrrhana! Lol

08/08/2022

These 2 beautiful girls are available.
( I am horrible at photos. Sorry)

07/30/2022

Meet Pearl! She is our new addition to our Border Collie family.
She is watching t.v.! 😍

I can't wait to see what great and wonderful things this sweetheart will do and how far she will go.

07/21/2022

Copied this from a fellow BC lover... so right and informative.
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=562769391965500&id=132190041690106

SOME OF YOU ASKED US TO REPEAT this feature by our breed expert on keeping your dog a healthy weight

TOO FAT, TOO THIN OR JUST RIGHT?
How to know if your dog is the right weight

One of the most heartening sights for me on this page is the number of followers who send us pictures of their active, healthy BCs who are all of an ideal weight. For being the right weight will not only preserve your dog’s active life for so much longer, it will also spare them so many health issues in older age.

It is also vital for working or competition dogs to maintain the right weight to minimise the risk of injury or excess strain on the heart and joints.

Obesity in dogs, in general, is now becoming as massive a problem as it is in people. Similarly it makes them more vulnerable to so many other illnesses or conditions, ranging from diabetes and arthritis to heart problems and a range of cancers. And seeing as we totally control everything a dog eats, it is also completely avoidable.

WHAT IS AN IDEAL WEIGHT FOR YOUR DOG?
What your dog weighs, on the scales, is not always the best indication of how healthy or ‘right’ their weight is, as collies can come in so many different sizes and body builds. A far better guide can be seen in our illustration, where we look at these key things:

1. WAIST. Does your dog have an immediately obvious ‘waist’ when you look down on him or her from above? If so, this usually signifies a healthy weight. Similarly, when you run your hands LIGHTLY down their sides, you should easily feel their ribs underneath without pressing hard. If your dog looks ‘squarer’ from above, without a more obvious waist and you cannot feel their ribs for fat, or without having to press quite hard, the chances are they are pretty overweight. Your dog’s ribs, however, should not actually be sticking out, which could indicate they are UNDERWEIGHT instead.
2. THE ‘TUCK UP’. Dogs of an ideal weight should also have a pronounced ‘tuck up’ where their underbelly tapers up, at an angle, neatly into the groin area (again see illustration). If the underbelly sags down instead, or you cannot see this same slanted angle of ‘tuck up’ your dog is likely to be overweight (though do note some health conditions can also cause swelling of the belly in dogs – covered a bit later).
3. PELVIC BONES. If you put your hand on top of your dog’s ‘bottom’ or hip area, in dogs of ideal weight you should just feel the top of the pelvic bones under the skin. If you cannot easily feel them your dog may be overweight. If they are actually sticking out, your dog may be underweight.

In longer coated dogs you may need to rely more on ‘feel’ than sight to tell if they are the right weight, or look at them when wet. And if in any doubt you can also ask your vet for their opinion.

WHAT TO DO IF YOUR DOG IS OVERWEIGHT
If your dog is overweight, the most important thing to do is accept it. It can be too easy instead to make excuses, or go into denial about it, rather than putting your dog’s health and best interests first. Weight usually creeps up steadily on dogs for the same reason it does on people – too many extra treats or snacks or portions of food that do not match your dog’s daily exercise levels. Additionally, the more overweight your dog gets, the more exercise becomes progressively harder work for them.

You should begin by cutting out all extra snacks, treats and food leftovers and then additionally cutting their daily food portions back by about a quarter to a third, so the reduction is less drastic. If you want to give them treats things like carrot sticks, or lower calorie treats made of fish skin, can be substituted. You want to aim for slow and steadier weight loss over time. Vets can also really help these days with weight loss plans and special diets if required.

WHAT TO DO IF YOUR DOG IS UNDERWEIGHT
People can be so used to seeing overweight dogs in society today – and thinking this ‘normal’ – that very often what they may think is an underweight dog is actually one of perfect weight. Again, if you are not sure check our illustration, or with your vet.

Collies who have been subjected to great trauma or stress – like rescue dogs – can lose weight very rapidly, as can dogs with more super-high metabolisms. Often when the stress element is removed from any dog’s life, their weight will return to normal. However some collies will always be harder to keep weight on than others, but it doesn’t necessarily mean they are not also healthy.

MORE RAPID WEIGHT GAIN OR LOSS
If your dog has suddenly gained or lost weight more rapidly, or over a shorter period of time, then a vet check up is strongly recommended. As conditions like Hypothyroidism or Cushing’s Disease can make dogs gain weight or give them a more ‘pot bellied’ appearance. Other conditions can lead to more dramatic weight loss, so it is always worth ruling these out first.

Generally, it is worth weighing your dog(s) more regularly, like every two or three months, to ensure they are maintaining a more stable, healthy weight. It will also give you a chance to act sooner, rather than later, if they need to lose or gain a bit more weight, or if their weight change is a first sign of something else not going right with their health.

Meanwhile all aspects of collie health and diet are covered in my book COLLIE PSYCHOLOGY: https://performancedog.co.uk/.../collie-psychology.../
And in the USA via: https://www.dogwise.com/ #
All text © Carol Price 2022

07/14/2022

More easy goodies for the pups!

07/14/2022

Just a little fun for our pups!

07/08/2022

This boy, my Pete! He started it all! He made me fall absolutely in love with the Border collie breed. He was my my everything. His sweet little life came to an end because of a tragic accident.
I still miss him, guess I always will.
These babies can grab your heart and never let go!
But! ... Jack is his here and they are brothers! So, I still have a piece of my Pete here.
❤❤❤

07/08/2022

This boy is rotten to the core! 🙂 Smart, sweet, loving.. well, I could go on and on!
This is HF Jack!
Planned Breeding will be announced soon. Check back often!

06/27/2022

As the temperature rises, I thought I would share this helpufl information regarding BC's and heat:

https://furryherders.com/can-border-collies-tolerate-the-heat/

"How Do I Keep My Border Collie Cool in the Summer?

A Border Collie from Florida is no stranger to the Miami heat and may have less risk than a coastal collie from North Dakota vacationing in the Sunshine State. But even if your pooch has developed a higher tolerance to heat compared to others, it doesn’t mean you should give precautions a brush-off.

Plan Your Walks

Limit exercise and playtime when it is hot and humid. Take walks during the cooler part of the day. The best time is early morning and after sunset.

You also might want to consider dog booties for your Border Collie. Also, don’t forget to bring enough water for both of you.

Offer Plenty of Water and Ample Shade

Your outdoor-loving collie may safely hang out in the backyard if there are plenty of trees. Chilling under a large tree is better than a doghouse.

Not only do trees provide shade, but they also promote airflow. Likewise, make sure your pooch has access to plenty of clean water outdoors and indoors.

Speaking of “water,” [Border Collies like to swim](https://furryherders.com/do-border-collies-like-to-swim/). But if you don’t have a swimming pool at home, you can set up an [inflatable pool](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000SN61UC), instead. A trip to the lake or beach is also a fantastic way to chill and bond with the entire family.

Keep Your House Cool

A good rule of thumb is to keep your collie indoors when the clock strikes 1 o’clock in the afternoon until five, as temperatures soar between these hours. Leave the AC on. Turn on a fan and place a [cooling pad](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003KK60R4/) if you don’t have air conditioning at home.

Never Leave a Dog Inside the Car

The temperature inside a car can soar to a fatal 120° Fahrenheit within 10 minutes or less even with the windows slightly open. If you need to be out and about in the heat, it is wise to leave your pet at home with the AC on or bring him inside the establishment if you can.

Prepare Frozen Treats

Instead of doggie biscuits and jerkies, here are treats you can give your collie to help him beat the heat:

· frozen mashed bananas

· chicken or beef broth ice cubes

· cut and frozen watermelon or apples

· chilled peanut butter

Keep Your Collie Appropriately Groomed

Should you shave your Border Collie in the summer? No. Dogs with double coats should never be shaved as it changes the way their fur grows back. Regardless, you should always brush your pooch to prevent matting."

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06/23/2022

Finally have some updated pics on the puppies.
Please keep in mind I am NOT a very good photographer! 🙂

Both are female.

06/18/2022

There is 2 spot left open in our litter. Who could say no to these cuties?

06/01/2022

Look at the sweet babies. 2 weeks old & Growing well.
Eyes are opening and they are moving around...ALOT😍
Picture of Mom soon!

05/27/2022

Out doing what he was bred to do. He is coming along nicely. Here he was asked to lie down... right on cue
He is the sire of our current puppies.
Meet Huck!

05/26/2022

1 week and 3 days old! 1 male 2 females