Border Collie (Collins Dog Owner’s Guide) - Softcover

The Collins Dog Owner’s Guides are authoritative and practical in approach, superbly illustrated and accessible, ideal for pedigree dog owners.

Border Collies are a working breed and excel in agility as well as obedience training; they are the overachievers of the dog world, eager to please and gluttons for more work or play. If you are considering owning a collie, or are an existing owner who wants to learn more about the care of your dog, then this book will be an invaluable resource.

Contents include:

· History of the breed
· Acquiring a puppy
· Rearing and socialising your puppy
· Training and competition events (obedience, agility, flyball and showing)
· Behaviour
· Healthcare

A comprehensive guide to all aspects of owning a Border Collie, this highly illustrated book is full of practical information and expert advice for pet owners and breeders.

Writer and canine behaviourist Carol Price has owned, trained and bred Border Collies for over 15 years. She is a member of The UK Registry of Canine Behaviourists, specialising particularly in Border Collies and rescue dogs, and the author of the best-selling books Understanding the Border Collie and Understanding the Rescue Dog. She has written extensively for The Times on canine and other animal behaviour subjects, and is a regular contributor and training advisor for both of the UK’s top-selling dog magazines, Dogs Today and Your Dog.