Border Collie rescue is a great way to give a dog an opportunity for a new life. Each day, there are unwanted Border Collies waiting at shelters and with rescue groups. Border Collies need a good deal of time and attention to raise properly. They have become more popular due to the roles of Border Collies in movies in the past decade. Many people get a Border Collie expecting the well-behaved dog they see in the movies, and find themselves with a high-spirited pup in need of a lot of attention and training. You won't have to look far to find Border Collies who have been abandoned by their owners, and are just waiting to be rescued by loving human companions.
Many rescue groups deal specifically with the rescue and adoption of Border Collies. The Internet can be a great resource to locate rescue groups like this. A simple search can be performed by typing the words "Border Collie" and "Rescue" into an Internet search engine. There are many national and regional groups listed on the Internet. Your local vet may also be a good resource for locating groups or individuals who have Border Collies for adoption.
Doing your homework before deciding to rescue a Border Collie is very important. These dogs have an extremely strong herding drive. Some Border Collies do well with children, others are too aggressive at trying to herd the kids. This is especially true in homes in which the humans of all ages have not been properly educated on dealing with the breed, and the dog has not been properly trained. When rescuing a Border Collie, find out as much as you can about how the dog was raised to this point, to have an idea of any behavioral issues that may not be readily apparent.
Be prepared to take your time going through the process of rescuing a Border Collie. A decision like this should never be spur-of-the-moment; always be sure you, your family, and your home are ready for a new dog. Be prepared to fill out applications and possibly go through interviews and even home visits as you work with a rescue organization. Matching adoptable Border Collies and interested owners can take some time. Rescue groups want to make sure they are placing each Border Collie in a truly permanent home.
Some rescue groups charge a small fee for processing the adoption, others ask that you make a donation to their organization. Some rescue groups require you to spay or neuter the animal. Overall, the expense of taking in a rescue Border Collie is usually much lower than the cost of buying one outright, and saves the life of an abandoned dog.
