by Martina_bcoLLie | Jun 27, 2025 | Border Collie Training, Border Collies, Dog training
Summer in the UK usually means mild, pleasant weather, but now and then, we’re hit with sudden heatwaves where temperatures rise rapidly and stay high for a few days before dropping again just as quickly. These short bursts of heat can be hard on our dogs, especially...
by Martina_bcoLLie | Jun 26, 2025 | Podcast
As dog owners, we often hear about the importance of enrichment but what about fulfillment? These two concepts are closely related, but they offer very different benefits to our dogs. In fact, understanding the distinction between enrichment and fulfillment can be the...
by Martina_bcoLLie | Jun 5, 2025 | Border Collie Training, Border Collie Puppy Training, Border Collies, Dog training
Need Help Teaching Your Border Collie to Settle? “How do I get my Border Collie to settle indoors?”It’s one of the questions I get asked the most and the truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Some dogs settle naturally. Others need help. And with breeds like...
by Martina_bcoLLie | May 29, 2025 | Border Collie Puppy, Border Collie Puppy Training, Border Collie Training, Border Collies, Dog training, Dog treats
IMG 7575 FOCUS, DRIVE AND MOTIVATION If there’s one thing life with Border Collies has taught me both in the city and on the farm it’s this: they are born with focus and drive, but it’s not always on us. Their attention is naturally wired to the environment, movement,...
by Martina_bcoLLie | May 15, 2025 | Border Collies, Border Collie Puppy, Border Collie Puppy Training, Border Collie Training, Dog treats
When we think about reinforcement in dog training, we usually picture treats, toys, or praise. But did you know that reinforcement isn’t limited to what we hand over? In fact, one of the most powerful tools in your training toolbox is something you might already be...
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