Border Collie Rescue of Northern California (2024)

12/06/2024

IN MEMORY OF SMOKEY -- 2008 - 2024
To see more photos and read about his happy life after his adoption, please go to our website: https://www.bcrescuenc.org

28/05/2024

IN MEMORY OF LEXI - FORMERLY TRINITY - 2010 TO 2024.
Here is a note from Lexi's owner:
Lexi is chasing her ball into canine heaven. Free running. Lots of cooling tide pools. Automatic ball return until I get there, too.
Love, Dawn
Please go to our website to read Lexi's story and the
true life poem and to see photos from Lexi's wonderful life - https://bcrescuenc.org

12/04/2024

CHECK OUT THIS CUTIE ON OUR WEBSITE. SHE IS AN OWNER'S DOG LOOKING FOR A NEW HOME. WE HAVE A LOT OF DOGS, STILL LIVING WITH THEIR OWNERS, WHO NEED NEW HOMES. PLEASE CHECK THEM OUT ON OUR WEBSITE: https://www.bcrescuenc.org

24/02/2024

IN MEMORY OF LINUS 2010 - 2024
He gave his family 12 1/2 years of
happiness. Rest in Peace Linus!!!

03/02/2024

THIS IS A COURTESY POSTING FOR A DOG STILL LIVING WITH HER OWNER. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HER, PLEASE CONTACT THE OWNER BY USING THE EMAIL LISTED AT THE END OF THIS POST.
PIPER IS A 2 YEAR 9 MONTH OLD SPAYED FEMALE. SHE IS 21" FROM HER SHOULDERS TO THE FLOOR AND WEIGHS 44.8 POUNDS.

Piper is a very sweet dog who is very emotionally attuned to us. She likes to follow us wherever we are in the house and lay next to us, often resting to be in physical contact with us. Sometimes she brings her frisbee or other toys when she wants to play. She loves retrieving her ball when outside. She is fully house trained and doesn't have any health issues. She would be best suitable for a family with older children - teenagers or no children. She would love to have the company of another medium or bigger dog and space to run and play.

Piper is living in Albany.

For more information, please email Chris at [email protected]

20/01/2024

THIS IS A COURTESY POSTING FOR A DOG WHO IS STILL LIVING WITH HER OWNERS. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HER, PLEASE USE THE EMAIL ADDRESS LISTED AT THE END OF THIS POST.
ZILLA IS A 2 YEAR OLD SPAYED FEMALE. SHE IS 19" FROM HER SHOULDERS TO THE FLOOR AND WEIGHS 50 POUNDS.

Zilla is an active dog that loves all people, including kids. She even likes the Vet!

She hasn't met a dog she didn't like and I really think she would do best with a dog friend.

She does catch lizards and rodents.

She'd love a big, fenced yard and prefers to spend most of her time outside even though she has a doggie door, she is brought in at night.

She is housebroken and has never chewed anything in the house. She does chew on sticks outside.

She has several rubber toy "babies" that she brings outside in the morning and I bring them back in at night to lure her back in! She knows the name of each one!

Peanut butter is her favorite treat!

Zilla is living in Thousand Oaks (Southern California)

For more information, please contact Kaye at [email protected]

04/01/2024

FOSTER HOMES DESPERATELY NEEDED!!!!
Border Collie Rescue of Northern California, Inc. desperately needs Foster Homes for our Border Collies. Every day we have to turn down wonderful, deserving dogs because there is no room at the inn. These dogs are euthanized at shelters everyday. PLEASE HELP US. A secure yard is required, dogs should sleep in the house at night in a crate. You should have time to train, socialize and exercise the Border Collie. The dogs need to be house trained and given some basic manners. They are placed as companions first, competition & herding dogs second. Experienced Border Collie owners know that living with a Border Collie is special. Not always easy, but special. We are not financially responsible for any damage to your property while caring for a B.C. We do pay for the dog's expenses to include food and veterinary care as long as expenses are authorized by Rescue. This is not a job for a first time pet owner, but someone who has experience with Border Collies. If you would like to help, please fill out our foster application https://bcrescuenc.org/foster-help-needed.html or for more information please email [email protected]

We are only accepting foster applications from people living between San Luis Obispo and Stockton as well as Marin, Contra Costa, Napa, Sonoma and Solano County.

PLEASE NOTE: Before you complete a foster application, please be sure you are really interested in fostering. In order to discourage people from volunteering to foster when in fact, they are just looking for a dog to adopt, we require the foster providers to foster for six months before they can adopt one of their foster dogs. For people interested in adoption only, please note: we do have a two week trial period where the adopted dog can be returned for any reason and the owner will receive a full refund of the adoption fee. If adoption is what you are really interested in, please fill out an adoption application https://bcrescuenc.org/application-to-adopt.html

01/01/2024

THIS IS A COURTESY POSTING FOR A DOG WHO IS STILL LIVING WITH HIS OWNER. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HIM, PLEASE USE THE EMAIL ADDRESS LISTED AT THE END OF THIS POST.

Ray is a 4 year old neutered male. He is 21" from his shoulders to the ground and weighs 40 pounds.

Meet Ray, a loving and pack-driven dog who thrives on companionship with both humans and furry friends. Approximately four years young and 40 pounds, Ray is the perfect size and age for a devoted canine companion.

Ray finds immense joy herding sheep on his friends ranch, hanging out with his pack of humans, doggie friends, and even cat buddies. He's a bundle of energy, especially when sprinting around, showing off his tricks, and enjoying the company of dogs his size or smaller. After an active play session, he relishes a good sunbath and a cozy snuggle.

This intelligent and active pup has some unique preferences and sensitivities. He would do best in a home without children due to recent adjustments with a new family addition, where he's become a bit protective over the baby. When meeting new people, Ray can be a bit shy, so he prefers gentle butt rubs over head pets.

Ray's typical day involves activities like going to the dog park, enjoying long walks, and engaging in play. Despite his lively nature, he becomes a bit stressed on garbage day, preferring to skip walks due to the loud noises and trucks. In all other aspects, Ray is fully house-trained and is an amazing, gentle, and playful guy.

If you're seeking a smart, active, and affectionate companion who understands the art of a good butt rub, Ray might be the perfect addition to your family. His loyalty, playfulness, and gentle nature make him a delightful furry friend.

Ray is living in Martinez.

For more information, please contact Elliot at [email protected]

06/10/2023

THIS IS A COURTESY POSTING FOR A DOG WHO IS WITH ANOTHER RESCUE GROUP. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HIM, PLEASE USE THE EMAIL AT THE END OF THIS POST.

Richie - Border Collie mix, 1 to 2 years old, 45 pounds.
Sweet and happy
Rode well in the car and the crate within the car
Good on leash
Neutered
Up to date on vaccinations
Social with dogs and people, unsure about cats.
Adores children and especially good with them.

Richie is being fostered near Modesto.

For more information, please email Kate's Rescue at [email protected]

16/07/2023

THIS IS A COURTESY POSTING FOR A DOG LIVING WITH HIS CAREGIVER. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HIM, PLEASE SCROLL DOWN TO THE END OF THIS POST FOR THE CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS.

Ollie is a 18 month old neutered male. He is 2'6" from his shoulders to the floor and weighs 52 pounds.

Ollie is goofy and cuddly and thinks he is lapdog. He will follow you absolutely everywhere and is all love. He has recently learned what treats are and started to learn some basic commands.

He is still learning but is doing well with his sit and down, crate, go over here, leave it, wait, and stay. Its still hit or miss when there are distractions, but he is on the right path. He settles nicely in the crate or next to you and is generally lower energy than many border collies.

He has recently discovered that fetch is a thing and loves it. Compared to his foster brother, a seasoned fetch master, he is still very clumsy about it but what he lacks in precision he makes up in speed and sheer force. He hasn’t quite learnt to retrieve the ball, but he figured out that if he drops the ball in front of the other dog, he will retrieve it for Ollie. Working smart, not hard.

Ollie would likely benefit from another dog friend as he plays so nicely with his current foster brother and to have an example to follow but I don’t think it’s a requirement.
Ollie does have some special needs as he is fear reactive towards outdoor stimuli. Having grown up in a backyard without being walked, he still sees the outside world as threatening. Anything new that moves scares him and that includes people, dogs, cars, and bikes. His reaction manifests in high pitch barking, lunging and agitation.

He will need a lot of training and an experienced hand to change his perspective of the world. Ollie likely would do best in a home where he is not constantly challenged with new experiences, like on a farm or large property.

Ollie is up to date on all vaccinations and on flea, tick, and heartworm medication.

Ollie is living in Crockett, CA (Contra Costa County)

Feel free to reach out with any questions about Ollie. Please email Catherine at
[email protected]

31/05/2023

A TRIBUTE TO NATALIE - 2011 - 2023
Submitted by her owners Doug and Carin,

"July 11, 2018, was adoption day! We met Terri in Gilroy to pick up our new Border Collie from BCRNC, Natalie. Natalie was our third Border from this great organization (Lacy and Sophie). We were super-excited to meet this newest member of our family and take her to our home near Yosemite National Park. She was described on the website as seven years old and "super sweet and very friendly." And indeed she was. She immediately made herself at home, and seemed very eager to learn and adapt to our family lifestyle. Our Lab mix Angie seemed ready and willing to help Natalie adjust. As a retired couple we enjoy traveling in our RV trailer throughout the warm months of the year. Natalie was very adventurous, and adapted quickly to our traveling lifestyle. We took Natalie all over the western United States, visiting beaches, lakes, rivers, mountains, deserts and National Parks. She loved walking, hiking, swimming and meeting people on these travels. And, of course, she received numerous comments from friends and strangers alike on what a beautiful dog she was (we think Angie felt a bit jealous!)

To say the least, Natalie was a vital member of our family. She was so sweet, smart and playful; sometimes even a little goofy (we often called her our "goof-ball.") Alas, however, that old nemesis cancer took her before her time. And while we only had her for five years, she will live forever in our hearts. She will be sorely missed.

Rest in peace, sweet Natalie, rest in peace."

Here are some photos of Natalie during her wonderful life with her owners over the years.

27/04/2023

A TRIBUTE TO MADDIE 2010 - 2023 Submitted by her owner Randi:
On March 23, 2023, Maddie made her final journey home, estimating she was probably around 13 years old. Her story is a special one! She was surrendered to a local pound after her master passed away. Fortunately, the pound administrator contacted BCRNC right away to avoid her being placed in a kennel!
I adopted her in 2015 and from that day, never a day went by I didn’t feel her love and companionship! As probably raised as a couch potato, she had lots of work to do to trim down and learn about the world. Unfortunately, and unbeknownst to BCRNC and myself, Maddie had a hip issue and had to go through 2 major surgeries, leaving her a bit handicapped in the activity and strength development, but she never seemed to complain about pain. And she never stopped loving, caring, or wanting to play until her passing. She loved to go to our local park and do goose control! She walked daily to the American River where she would swim until she was so tired, I was afraid we couldn’t make the walk home…of course there was always a neighbor pool she enjoyed too! Occasional trips to the beach were her absolute favorite thing. As soon as she smelled the ocean air, she was barking and ready to run free in the sand and surf.
Maddie was a Therapy Dog with Capital Therapy Dogs, which she helped start. She passed her evaluation with flying colors, was an AKC Canine Good Citizen, and achieved her Advance Therapy Dog status with AKC. Her favorite visits were at the UC Davis Cancer Infusion Center, where she sat with young and old, but truly loved the children, and they loved her. Everyone loved her. She spent time visiting Red Cross evacuation shelters, nursing home and senior facilities. She even visited CalOES Command Center during their activations to help de-stress the hard-working responders. Whoever said a Border Collie wouldn’t make a good therapy dog, never met her! She loved everyone and would walk from person to person and sit as close as she could get.
As Maddie began to slow down with arthritis, her desire to go swimming or walk to the river never did. She walked every day, and even though our days were slowing down, and our walks were a little shorter, she was anxious to go out and see the world. Even days before her passing, as we would walk on our street, she would stop and cozy up to each neighbor as if she was just checking in on them and saying hello.
She left a very deep hole in my heart, and she will always be My Special Angel Girl!
Thank you to Terri, from BCRNC for giving her up and letting me adopt her! She was my second BC from you and both Bodie and Maddie were such huge partners in life and the best Therapy Dogs one could ever find.

08/12/2022

In MEMORY OF DANNY BOY
2006 - 2022
Danny came into our rescue in 2009. He came from Merced where he was found hairless and homeless, roaming the streets. BCRNC rescued him from the Merced Shelter and he was placed in a foster home. There he got the treatment he needed and he was
adopted in 2010 sporting his new healthy coat. His new family gave him a wonderful home and Danny Boy (as he was called by his owners) lived the "good life" for 12 happy years!!! Here is what his owners had to say:

"We want to thank you for rescuing our beloved Danny Boy in 2010. He was a wonderful companion, greeter, lover of all for the 12 years we were blessed to have him. He crossed the rainbow bridge on Feb 15, 2022 at the age of 16 1/2.
He is now overlooking the vineyard with his BFF Sadie - no pain just peace.
Linda and Harry"
Photos through the years of Danny Boy in his new home.

28/11/2022

THIS IS A COURTESY POSTING FOR A DOG STILL LIVING WITH HIS OWNER. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING HIM, PLEASE GO TO THE END OF THIS POST FOR THE OWNER'S CONTACT INFORMATION.
Django is a two-year-old neutered male, half Border Collie and half Blue Heeler. He is 22" inches tall and weighs 51 pounds.

We rescued him two years ago when he was five months old. He is neutered, fully vaccinated and micro-chipped.

Django is an incredibly sweet, loving and loyal dog who loves his humans more than anything. Like every other dog listed here, he is high energy – but we have found that just ten minutes of playing catch or a nice walk will satisfy him, and he happily rest. He is a very bright dog, learns new things quickly, is food and toy motivated and a pleasure to train.

He loves to play and is great with other dogs. In his yard, when new friends come over to play, he welcomes them exuberantly. However, he has “leash reactivity” when he sees dogs he does not know while on walks. His new owner needs to know how to deal with this activity.

We love Django dearly. We are only interested in a new home if it will better meet his needs than we can. The reason we are looking for a new home for him is that he has become jealous of our other dog . He has started to resource guard when he sees our other dog getting attention or treats that he thinks he should have instead. This is why he will be happiest if he is in a home without another dog. Also, we are older and we can’t adequately give Django the activity he needs. We are confident that if he could find a human who could keep up with him by taking him on long walks or on runs, to the beach or hiking in the mountains, or even learning agility or Treiball, he would be ecstatic.

Django is fully crate-trained (he loves his crate) and house-trained. He loves car rides. He’s great on a leash as long as you have treats to remind him where to pay attention. He’s a very quick study and wants to please.

An ideal home for Django would include:
• An experienced dog owner who understands the needs of a herding dog as well as resource guarding and leash reactivity issues.
• A home where he is the only dog, but where he can visit and play with friend dogs frequently
• Probably no cats or very small children
• A human who wants to be Django’s best friend, who is very active and can take Django for adventures
• A big yard with a good, five-foot-high fence (Django is very athletic and can jump very high)

Django is living in Aptos (Santa Cruz County)

For more information, please contact William at [email protected]

27/11/2022

THIS IS A COURTESY POSTING FOR A DOG WHO IS STILL LIVING WITH HIS OWNER. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING HIM, PLEASE GO TO THE END OF THIS POST FOR THE OWNER'S CONTACT INFORMATION.
Bruce is a 1 year 7 month old neutered male. He is 19.5" from his shoulders to the floor and weighs 41 pounds.

Bruce is a very energetic dog. He loves to play fetch. He’s a big toy person. He’s super smart and loves treats. He also loves to run and go on walks. He isn’t fond of car rides and seems to be spicy around tiny children as his first reaction (fear based). He currently lives with two other dogs and gets along great with them. He also gets along with other dogs and people with proper introduction. Bruce plays a little rough at times so some dogs might not like that dominant nature he has in him.

All In all, he loves hugs and kisses and just wants to run around and be active all day long.

Bruce is living in Modesto.

For more information, please contact Brooke at [email protected]

24/10/2022

This is a courtesy posting for a dog still living with his owner. For more information, please email the owner - email address is at the end of this posting.
Patch is a 10 month old neutered male. He is 21" from his shoulders to the ground and weighs 55 pounds.

Patch is a sweet boy! He wants to be with people as much as possible.

Patch is living in Salinas.

For more information, please contact Stephanie at [email protected]

03/10/2022

THIS IS A COURTESY POSTING FOR A DOG STILL LIVING WITH HIS OWNER. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HIM, PLEASE GO TO THE END OF THIS POST FOR THE EMAIL ADDRESS OF THE OWNER.

MARSHAL is a 3 year old neutered male.
He is 19" from his shoulders to the ground and weighs 37lbs

Marshall is just a beautiful, young, sweet natured dog that loves to give hugs and kisses.
He was destined for euthanasia at the vet hospital I work at for no good reason and I just couldn't allow it so I asked them to surrender to me and now I'm trying to find him the perfect home where he will be loved and cherished.
He's a really good dog, he listens and obeys commands well, he can sit, lay down, stay, shake and come and he really respects commands from anybody.

It seems like he needs to be the only or alpha dog in the home, he's had some issues with guarding the humans and showing jealousy. He also needs a home with confident or no cats as he tends to chase timid ones.

Please consider adopting him, I promise you will love him!

Marshal is living in Hanford, CA (near Fresno)

For more information, please contact Kellie at [email protected]

01/10/2022

THIS IS A COURTESY POSTING FOR A DOG STILL LIVING WITH HER OWNER. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE GO TO THE END OF THIS POST FOR THE OWNER'S EMAIL ADDRESS.

Baylea (7 year old Border Collie Mix, 40lbs)

Baylea is a very fun and well-trained dog. Some of the commands she knows are: sit, stay, down, come, place, shake, beg, high-five. She is incredibly smart and would love to learn more tricks. She is also crate trained, house trained, great on leash, muzzle trained, and treadmill trained. Baylea is extremely athletic and loves going on hikes and practicing agility whether jumping up on a park bench during a walk or running through an at home agility course. Baylea loves puzzles and a great way to give her a mental challenge is scent work. She is highly food motivated and will quickly find any toy with a treat in it so you will have to get creative with your hiding spot.

Areas to work on: Baylea is being rehomed due to conflict in the home with another dog. Also because of her owner’s unpredictable travel/deployment cycle in the military she isn’t getting the attention that she deserves. She is looking to be in a home as the only pet and in a household with no kids. Despite her conflict at home she has shown an ability to be social with other dogs when introduced calmly outside of her home. She would be happy to go on leashed group walks/hikes with friends.

Baylea is living in Roseville.

For more information, please email her owner Will at [email protected]

07/09/2022

THIS IS A COURTESY POSTING FOR A DOG WHO IS WITH ANOTHER RESCUE GROUP. TO INQUIRE ABOUT HIM, PLEASE GO TO THE END OF THIS POST FOR A DIRECT LINK TO HIS RESCUE.

Meet Billy, the Border Collie mix! At one year old and 60 pounds, the first thing you’ll notice about him is that he really wants to be your friend. He genuinely looks at you to figure out how to befriend you and will follow you everywhere to understand you and the world around him. He wants someone he can depend on and bond with.

Billy is looking for an experienced dog owner (working or herding breed experience especially). He needs patience and the right guidance to direct him, simply because he doesn’t seem to have had much guidance in the past. With the right care, he will grow into a perfect family member without a doubt. He is a quick learner, is food-motivated, is great on leash and does not have any bad habits on the street, and is very good at home. He is receptive to training and can understand boundaries. He is house trained but is still learning to ask to go potty. He knows “sit” and is a quick learner (currently working on how to play fetch). He is high energy, so a home with a yard will be a great setting for him so that he can have easier access to let out his energy. And someone who is either a runner, jogger and all-around adventurer. He would make an AMAZING hiking buddy and would love to have another doggie friend to bond with and look up to in order to learn the ropes.
Billy ADORES other dogs! He is wonderful with other dogs (both small and large) and just wants to play, play and play! Typical of his breed he will probably not do well with cats.
In conclusion, his ideal home would be the following:

Someone who understands high-energy, working breeds like a Border Collie type
Someone who leads an active lifestyle and wants to take Billy on regular outdoor adventures like running, hiking, backpacking and trips to Fort Funston and beyond!
Billy would blossom in a home with another resident dog who also has a similar play personality. He may be too much energy for a senior dog, but any dog that loves play behavior would probably be a great match for Billy.
Ideally a home with a yard for easier access for his go, go, go mind. Billy loves to stay busy both mentally and physically. So if you don’t have a yard, Billy would only thrive in a home that promises to keep him out and about and keep him both mentally and physically stimulated.
Billy is definitely not a couch potato, but after a long and adventurous day out and about, he will gladly hang out with you and chill.

Is Billy the right match for you? Please go to http://www.rocketdogrescue.org

04/07/2022

IN MEMORY OF FLO
2010 - 2022
Flo came into our rescue from a shelter in Tehama County in 2011, she was approximately 1 year old. She was adopted quickly and spent the last 10+ years with her loving owner. Here is what her owner had to say:
"Here are a few photos of Flo in typical poses: cuddling with her toys, asking for a belly rub, looking cute when sitting and lying down. Flo joined our family when she was one year old and was such a joy to be with. At first, she tried to herd our older and much larger lab/border collie/chow mix, but he soon put her in her place with a paw to her head! Flo was beloved by all our family members and was a special friend to my writers' group that met weekly at our house. (She also liked to herd them and wouldn't relax until everyone was seated.) Flo had a number of health issues over the years and finally succumbed to cancer last month. We wish she could have lived longer, but we will always cherish the 10+ years she was in our family."
Rest in peace sweet Flo!

13/06/2022

IN MEMORY OF SAILOR
2009 - 2022
Sailor was born in our rescue after we rescued his mom "Minnie" from a local shelter. He was adopted along with his 6 littermates when they turned 8 weeks of age. Sailor sadly passed away this June and his owner sent photos of his good life with her. We will all miss you Sailor - run free sweet boy!!!!

Here is what his owner said:
"I just wanted to let you know that Sailor (formerly Onyx of Minnie’s Gems 2009) has passed this past Thursday evening here at home with me. He was having really bad kidney issues and painful joint issues to the point it hurt him just to lay down.
I just want to thank you for selecting him to be mine … he made the past 13 years so much better and was such an amazing friend to me. We went on countless trips to the California coastline and traveled cross the country twice together. We loved to play and run through the water. I always teased him because he loved to walk and run through the rain and mud puddles, swim in the ocean, but he hated the bathtub! Haha! But he was so good to let me wash him and brush him anyway.
He saw me through major losses of my parents and so many major life changes I can’t even count.
He was such a talker for a dog. I’d always joke with him that dogs aren’t supposed to talk back and that’s why I have a dog instead of real children! LOL
When he started to slow down a couple of years ago, I rescued a chihuahua mix that’s a hoot to be around. She took to Sailor as a big brother and they loved to run zoomies every morning after our walk. I believe she gave Sailor and me more time together.
In 13 years, I was only away from him twice. We were inseparable and I am feeling his loss immensely and deeply. He was such a good boy and so handsome!
Here are just a few of our happy moments and memories. We have had so many it’s hard to choose.
Thank you again!"
(click on photo collage to see all the photos)

27/05/2022

THIS IS A COURTESY POSTING FOR A DOG WHO IS STILL LIVING WITH HIS OWNERS. TO INQUIRE ABOUT THIS YOUNG DOG, PLEASE GO TO THE END OF THIS POST TO FIND HIS OWNER'S EMAIL ADDRESS.
Casper is a 2 year old neutered male. He is 22.5 inches from his shoulders to the floor and weighs 45 lbs.

Casper loves to run, play fetch, explore, and nap at your feet. He is fun-loving, energetic, and always ready to play!

Casper likes to protect the yard, and so he will bark if he hears people or critters. This has come in handy, as we live in an area with bears and raccoons. When we need him to be quiet, we use a bark collar on him which works very well. He likes other dogs, but can get too excited when around them. This has put other dogs on edge, so we always keep a close eye on these interactions.

In general, he loves greeting people and making friends. He can get too excited, but he responds well to the command “off” if he tries to jump on someone. He is uneasy around some strangers, specifically taller people or people wearing reflective vests. I make sure to manage interactions with him, and this helps him to feel comfortable and secure.

He is great with kids! As mentioned already, he loves to play and loves to make friends. However, we don’t recommend having him around babies or small children, as he can’t always gauge his intensity around them.

He likes toys, specifically frisbees and balls. He likes scratches on his back, and going to the beach. He LOVES to chase shadows! We don’t let him run in the house, so he will pace around instead and look for them. He can sit, lay down, handshake, and bring the ball. He is selective with “come,” and will listen to my wife more than me, so we keep him on a leash when we leave the home and yard. He is house trained and car trained. He likes it be in our yard during the day and sleep inside at night.

Casper is living in Potter Valley.

For more information, please contact Joel at [email protected]

22/05/2022

IN MEMORY OF SAM - 2009 - 2022
Sam came into our rescue in 2014. He was approximately 4 year old and had definitely been neglected. He had no hair on his body from his waist to his tail. He was so lucky to find a new home right away and it was the perfect fit for him.
Here is what his owner wrote about Sam:

I adopted Sam from you 8 years ago. (Sam was the name your husband gave him and we kept it) Today, sadly, he passed on, probably at about age 13 or 14. He had intestinal issues and arthritis which was too much for him. We loved him so much, he was the sweetest, most gentle dog I've ever had, and he was such a loving companion to our other dogs too! He really bonded with a little chihuahua that we adopted a couple of years ago. We will be forever grateful to you for connecting us with Sam. The past 8 years were the best ever having him part of our family. You changed our lives that day we met you and Sam in the pouring rain. I’ll always remember that day. Sam was our 3rd border collie rescue, they are such wonderful dogs! We will surely miss him!

Border Collie Rescue of Northern California