NatrlSkil BorderCollies

29/03/2025

Rainy day enrichment with dental treats today after a quick trip to Pet Mince Direct.

15/03/2025

Wondering what a Show dog can do if we are not at a Show?
Ruby loves to go to ParkRun!

🇦🇺 Ch Natrlskil Struck by Lightning

13/03/2025

Wow what an amazing offer from The South Australian Club!

https://youtu.be/trPc-psmLRI

We had lots of interest both within SA and also interstate when we ran our Grooming Classes, and were extremely lucky that not only did Darcy Clark from Plush Puppy Adelaide come and run our sessions for us but also helped us to produce a show grooming video that we used in conjunction with his presentation, to show the bathing and drying process that is difficult to replicate within the class but a very important step in grooming both pet and show dogs. It also includes trimming of feet and ears.

We are excited to be able to now bring you that video for those who missed out and those who were there but want to go back and refresh their memories! The video of course doesn’t replace the value of attending the classes and getting in-person, hands-on practical experience and the ability to ask questions, but in conjunction with our new website grooming page it’s definitely a valuable resource and we hope it can be used as a great reference tool for anyone looking for Border Collie grooming information! You can also find it on YouTube.

https://bccsa.org.au/grooming.html

22/02/2025

Ruby and Max's achievements at the February 15th Maryborough Kennel Club Show were Best of Breed for Ruby with Max taking Reserve Dog Challenge.

Ch Natrlskil Struck By Lightning
Wynnlake Make or Break at Natrlskil (AI)

08/02/2025

Fingers crossed for Team Collie

Always free, always entertaining

07/12/2024

Our leading lady, Clanheath Into The Sunshine 🌞

23/11/2024

National Border Collie Day - 24 November 2024

The Border Collie originated in Scotland and can be traced back for 350 years. The name is derived from the area of its origin – the border of Scotland and England. It was introduced into northern England during the great droving days of the 18th century; it was here that one of the foundation stud dogs, ‘Old Hemp’, was whelped. It was first imported into Australia in 1901 and recognised as an Australian Working Dog breed in 1953. Although it isn’t an Australian Breed, its contribution to the Australian sheep industry and unique Australian heritage has led Borders to receive a form of breed nationalisation. Australia is also regarded as the Country of Development for the Border Collie in the conformation ring.

Borders have all the characteristics of a working dog: it is an intelligent, athletic, faithful dog with an inherent desire to please. Borders are agile, active dogs and while it is a breed capable of covering the ground at great speed and executing sudden, sharp turns, it can also display great patience and control, often characterised by the famous Border Collie ‘creep’ and the motionless stance whilst giving stock the ‘eye’.

Post your favourite video or photo in the comment section below.

22/11/2024

Did you know that handsome Flash is a NatrlSkil BorderCollies puppy?
You can follow his adventures around Australia with Border Patrol
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1005719738146894&set=a.502157701836436&type=3

21/11/2024

A memory of my young boys out and about.
“Storm” the Australian Show Champion Glenlion Drovers Mate
And behind is the Chocolate teddy “Bear” Runderkraal Loch and Load.

Do you “BarkRun” with your Border Collie?
Check for your local ParkRun for a free timed 5km Run or Walk here - Parkrun.com.au

16/11/2024

Every walk for the past 9yrs has resulted in a token of love from Bear 🤎
Sometimes a flower, but nearly always the biggest leaf he can find!

07/11/2024

Cases still rising despite warnings since Sep 😢

Parvovirus Outbreak in South East Queensland: Keep Your Pets Safe! 🐾

There's been a concerning increase in parvovirus cases across South East Queensland, and it’s more important than ever to protect your pets. Parvovirus is a highly contagious, potentially deadly disease that affects dogs, especially puppies.

If you notice any of the following signs in your dog, contact your veterinarian right away, as early intervention is key.

⚠️ Vomiting
⚠️ Diarrhoea
⚠️ Lethargy
⚠️ Loss of appetite
⚠️ Fever

04/09/2024

🥉GLENLION DROVERS MATE 🥉
So proud to have had Storm awarded 3rd place in Veteran Dog Class at the 2024 National in Qld

29/08/2024

If you were coming to watch, please note the changes for this weekend

Good Morning Exhibitors,

Firstly, welcome to Queensland! You all prayed a little too hard for no rain this time and we now have lots & lots of sunshine!!

Given the unseasonal heatwave that is hitting us this week and the forecast for Saturday, the committee has reviewed the Dogs Queensland Heat Policy, whilst there is no requirement to cease judging until the temperature reaches 40 degrees, in consultation with Dogs Qld & our Show Manager, we agreed that in the interest of our dogs, judges & exhibitors safety, and comfort we are making the following changes to the schedule:

🐾 Thursday - no change

🐾 Friday - no change

🐾 Saturday

👉 Conformation
✅ 8am Start with Property Classes - amended order

🦴 Dog Property Classes
✳️ Veteran Sweeps 7 years and under 10 years
✳️ Veteran Sweeps 10 years and over
✳️ Gaited Dog
✳️ Best Coloured Other Than Black and White
✳️ Sire and Offspring

🦴 Breed Classes
✳️ Baby Dog
✳️ Minor Dog
✳️ Puppy Dog
✳️ Junior Dog
✳️ Intermediate Dog

🔥 Break

✳️ Headed Dog – to be judged during the lunch break in the shade

🔥 Recommence at 4pm with
✳️ Limit Dog
✳️ Australian Bred Dog
✳️ Open Dog
✳️ Veteran Dog
✳️ Challenge
✳️ Neuter Dog

🦴 Bitch Property Classes
✳️ Dam & Offspring
✳️ Gaited Bitch
‼️ To be judged Saturday night after Neuter Dog

👉 Agility, Jumping, Games
🔥 Start 8.30am Break between 1pm - 4pm.

👉 Sips N studs
✳️ Brought forward to 2pm - 4pm in the shade of the BBQ/Tree area

🐾 Sunday
👉 Conformation
7am (change from 8am)
✳️ Bitch Property
✳️ Best Coloured Bitch

🦴 Breed Classes

🔥 Lunch Break

✳️ Best Headed Bitch
🦴 To be judged during the lunch break in the shade

These measures have been put in place to allow for a break in judging if the temperature requires it.

👉 Obedience/Rally
Judged as per schedule, break decision will be made on the day if temperatures requires it.