Highly intelligent, affectionate and true friends. There is probably no breed of dog more versatile, we enjoy exhibiting, working, and quite simply having them as companions.

While Border Collies are very intelligent, they also require a larger time and energy commitment from their owners than many other breeds. They are active, spirited and sometimes hard willed. Although some may be calmer than others, others (the real herding dogs) are decidedly hyperactive, always wanting to be up and doing something. They often exhibit obsessive behaviors, like chasing lights, shadows and running or dripping water.

We, at Quellyane, breed a Border Collie with a lot of temperament but with a "cool" head. They still need the attention and the work, but when necessary they can be marvelous companions.

There is no telling how highly developed a pup's herding instinct will be. If you acquire one that wants to work above all else, its frustration may take the form of herding and probably nipping at the heels of children, running adults or other things. This is not a sign of viciousness, but it is something that must be controlled.

The people, who make the most satisfied Border Collie owners, are people who enjoy spending a lot of time with their dogs. People who are willing and able to make the commitment to exercise and train in some way everyday. Who are very active, who like to hike, jog and/or take long walks with their dogs. Who don't mind living with a dog that never really settles down, even in the house, even after a lot of exercise, even when its owner is tired from a long day at work.And most important, who have a real job for the dogs to do, whether it's one of the sports that these dogs excel at, or, of course, herding a flock of sheep.

In summary, Border Collies are much more work than most other breeds. If you carefully choose your puppy, it can even be an easy family pet. If you have never been around one, try to spend sometime with the breed before you decide to get one. Many Border Collies end up in shelters when their owners find that they are just too much trouble to have around because they need so much exercise, attention and training/mental stimulation. Always try to see one or both parents of the puppy you want to purchase. Nervous parents can have nervous children!