{"id":10076,"date":"2021-08-08T19:53:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-08T19:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/blog\/uncategorized\/guide-how-to-train-border-collie-puppy\/"},"modified":"2024-05-22T11:18:54","modified_gmt":"2024-05-22T11:18:54","slug":"guide-how-to-train-border-collie-puppy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/breed-specific\/guide-how-to-train-border-collie-puppy\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Train a Border Collie Puppy \u2013 The Ultimate Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>So, you\u2019ve decided on a Border Collie. That\u2019s fantastic, hope you\u2019re ready for their bottomless energy and endless hours of play. Border Collies also have huge brains and are quick on their feet. They herd sheep for God\u2019s sake. Now that you\u2019ve seen the sprints for everything that moves, don\u2019t worry. We\u2019ve got your back.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you feel you\u2019re going over the edge (\u2026or should we say border\u2026?) this guide, you\u2019ll find out everything you need to know for how to train a Border Collie \u2013 top to bottom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Still looking for the perfect puppy breed? Find out everything you need to know <a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/puppy-training\/breed-specific\/\">here!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"prerequisites-for-training-my-border-collie-puppy\">Prerequisites for training my Border Collie puppy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-age-can-i-start-to-train-my-border-collie-puppy\"><strong>What age can I start to train my Border Collie puppy?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As soon as you get them<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your Border Collie puppy can begin training as soon as you bring them home. Their crazy eyes will tell you they\u2019re desperate to get started with training. Or with anything at all.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll want to get started right away, so if you want something in your pocket ready to jump to the rescue, you\u2019ll be happy to hear that a team of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/experts\/\">puppy training experts<\/a>&nbsp;in the<a href=\"https:\/\/app.adjust.com\/1lehyg83?fallback=https%3A%2F%2Fweb.zigzag.dog%2Fus%2F%3Futm_source%3Dwebsite%26utm_medium%3Din_article%26utm_campaign%3Din_article_CTA&#038;redirect_macos=https%3A%2F%2Fweb.zigzag.dog%2Fus%2F%3Futm_source%3Dwebsite%26utm_medium%3Din_article%26utm_campaign%3Din_article_CTA\">&nbsp;Zigzag app<\/a>&nbsp;would be delighted to help you with all of those buzzing puppy questions\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oh, our training programs are breed-specific too. We\u2019ve really thought of everything.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading trigger\" id=\"what-do-i-need-to-train-my-new-border-collie-puppy\"><strong>What do I need to train my new Border Collie puppy?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To be honest, there isn\u2019t a long list of training supplies necessary for a Border Collie puppy. A lot of these suggestions are nice to have rather than essential. Still, we all love getting prepared so grab a few things and we can but it\u2019s a good start training right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s one thing you\u2019ll definitely need though. Tennis balls. Hundreds.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3qX46LN\">Treat Pouch<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 You\u2019ll need to have lots of goodies on hand, but you may also teach with some of their usual dry food. at Zigzag all of our training is done with positive reinforcement, so we&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-health\/feeding\/puppy-rewards-and-treats\/\">use rewards and treats to train<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3t7TZ9I\">A soft collar<\/a>&nbsp;that won\u2019t snag on that gorgeous coat will be ideal for your Border Collie puppy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3G7bNpc\">A harness:<\/a>&nbsp;One that does not pull or tighten when your puppy walks. Collies are quite sensitive and reactive to everything that moves, so make sure you\u2019re being gentle with them. Please, nothing too hefty!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 2-meter training lead will give your Border Collie puppy ample room to sniff and will be handy later on when teaching the settle exercise. Not sure which lead to get?&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/lead-training\/best-puppy-training-leads\/\">Here are our top picks for training leashes<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3zHAJRF\">soft mat<\/a>&nbsp;or a piece of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3t6zkmz\">non-slip vet bed<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Treats: Border Collies are reasonably food motivated, and the smellier and stinkier the treat, the better. Have a look at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-health\/feeding\/best-healthy-puppy-training-treats\/\">the best puppy treats here.&nbsp;<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3n3uEd2\">Two identical toys<\/a>: You\u2019ll soon realize your Border Collie puppy will have a hardcore obsession with games. Take a look into the Zigzag app for endless options of games you two can get along with. One thing\u2019s for sure though \u2013 you\u2019ll need two identical toys for swaps and trades. Not sure what this means? We go over it all in the app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3socIxq\">soft grooming brush<\/a>&nbsp;will do just fine to begin with, to groom your Border Collie puppy. Oh, and do it gently and with PLENTY of patience and treats.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/crate-training\/puppy-crate-training-guide\/\">A crate and playpen<\/a>&nbsp;are useful but optional things to have for a busy Border Collie.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"good-to-know-about-training-border-collie-puppies\">Good to know about training Border Collie puppies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-are-border-collies-bred-for\">What are Border Collies bred for?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The original sheepdogs! Border Collies originally just had a natural talent for gathering up sheep. Not so much for chasing them around, although they sure do enjoy it.&nbsp; But they act more as a barrier so that sheep are less keen on going in a certain direction.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Boys don\u2019t even get to cry wolf Border Collies around\u2026danger gets nowhere near.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For this job, Border Collies need to be intelligent and quick on their feet. And yes, no matter how many generations your Border Collie is, they still have this brilliant work ethic ingrained in their minds.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re more than allowed to toot your horn by the way. Border Collies really are the Einsteins\u2019 of the dog world. We know we should say all puppies are clever, and they are, but Border Collies are a clear cut above the rest! Be the envy of your fellow park visitors with your show stopper by training them in agility skills and other complex tricks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2026Or you could train you to herd you away from your hidden sweets\u2019 drawer at home. You know you eat too many Jaffa Cakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"border-collie-behaviors\">Border Collie Behaviors&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Border Collies have some classic behaviors associated with them: \u2018stalking\u2019 (the so called \u2018eye\u2019) and \u2018flanking\u2019 (zigzagging behind sheep to drive them forward). These are perfectly normal as they\u2019re intrinsically rewarding \u2013 which means it\u2019s so embedded into their DNA that it just feels&nbsp;<em>that good&nbsp;<\/em>to do them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>PRO TIP:&nbsp;<\/strong>That being said, you should know that these behaviors are compulsive. Collies simply&nbsp;<em>have<\/em>&nbsp;to do them because it\u2019s literally what they were bred to do, but they\u2019re often miscategorized as disorders. But they\u2019re really not, they\u2019re just a little bit out of balance with one another. Nobody\u2019s perfect, everyone gets a little crazy sometimes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind these can also cause problems for pet owners \u2013 such as car chasing or herding strangers!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/hY8iuvLXJhmZEdfZlz-QBDoZa62eHDqIEBygPV10bNsg1dBZkzxhdov82Yivs5kAzJmJEEgihTSkr_UciBp9GB0Reg0DJe8iU0DmPUpanhhQuYdr0wRd4JmVbOCP3iH66kbljoU_\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-does-this-have-to-do-with-how-i-train-my-border-collie\">What does this have to do with how I train my Border Collie?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a fair question actually, a dog is a dog right? But knowing the context and breed characteristics might help you train your Border Collie better:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When training your Border Collie puppy keep in mind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>They have high (perhaps even more than high) energy levels and require a (very) active home \u2013 definitely not the kind of dog who\u2019d enjoy becoming a couch potato.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They are outstandingly smart and will respond well to training. Border Collies kind of&nbsp;<em>need<\/em>&nbsp;training to keep them stimulated. Every single day. No pressure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They can really struggle with frustration when they can\u2019t fulfill that burning need to herd when they\u2019re bored.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This is a good one for you to prepare for: Don\u2019t expect them to lose that herding instinct. Sorry, but it won\u2019t happen. It\u2019s much better to give them an appropriate outlet for their stalking and flanking (check out our Sheepball game below) so they won\u2019t feel like chasing anything that moves.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A good amount of exercise<\/strong>&nbsp;is something we couldn\u2019t stress enough \u2013 mental as well as physical. It\u2019s the best way to keep them busy and prevent them from getting into any funny business! Just saying.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They generally prefer to live in the countryside where there\u2019s room to run, and space to imagine a life of herding sheep on a hillside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They also have a strong sense of smell, so they\u2019ll always be thrilled to play a game of tracking or searching.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Given their love for sports and adrenaline-filled bodies, they will be quite happy going out in all weather and getting filthy in the mud. So yes, this also means you\u2019ll be getting wet, caught in tornadoes, or potentially hit by lightning. But your Border Collie must. Go. Out.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Border Collies are affectionate and have worked for the praise of shepherds for years, give them lots of encouragement&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>PRO TIP:&nbsp;<\/strong>If your Border Collie puppy switches off or starts acting silly (often a sign of stress) they may resort to doing what they know best \u2013 nipping. Shift to some play, let them have some downtime and revisit training later \u2013 we want training to be associated with fun, and not something they begin to dread.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"overview-of-the-training-program-and-topics-we-ll-cover\"><strong>Overview of the training program and topics we\u2019ll cover<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you\u2019ve got this far, we take it that you\u2019re ready to read through the ultimate guide to training a Border Collie puppy, right? Congratulations, we aim to please. Over the next 8 weeks we\u2019ll go through teaching your Border Collie:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sitting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lying down<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learning their name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coming when you call them<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walking nicely on a leash<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Playing fetch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sleeping in their crate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coping with being left alone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Going to the bathroom in the right place&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a good resource for you to have \u2013 the Push Drop Stick game. I like to use this game to see whether puppies are ready to move on in their training, or if they need to spend more practice runs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Push, Drop, Stick?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Push, Drop, Stick, is a way of systematically raising the difficulty of an exercise or behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If exercises are always kept too easy, then dogs will keep doing them correctly because they are being rewarded (cheeky). However, progress will be slower as they\u2019ll get \u2018stuck\u2019 at this level.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If lessons are too hard, then it\u2019s likely that they\u2019ll give up since treats won\u2019t be coming as easy. Looks like they\u2019d be quite good businessmen as humans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2018Push Drop Stick\u2019 can help avoid both scenarios by maintaining enough momentum: It will keep your puppy winning enough times to keep them interested and not quit, but not so much that they aren\u2019t thinking about how to be rewarded by trying harder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does it work?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>By doing 5 repetitions of an exercise, we are going to keep track of how many the dog gets right. Based on how they perform, we\u2019re going to choose whether to do which of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Push<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Go to the next level of difficulty (raise criteria)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Drop<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Back to the previous level of difficulty (drop criteria)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stick&nbsp;<\/strong>\u2013 Stay at the current level of difficulty (stay with current criteria)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Scrollable table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td>How many out of 5 did the dog get right?<\/td><td>What should I do?<\/td><td>Why?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Push<\/td><td>5 out of 5<\/td><td>Increase the difficulty<\/td><td>Well done! They\u2019re proficient at the current level, and can move on to harder things.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Drop<\/td><td>0, 1, or 2 out of 5<\/td><td>Make it easier<\/td><td>He might be close to quitting \u2013 this level is too hard for him right now.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Stick<\/td><td>3 or 4 out of 5<\/td><td>Do another set of 5 at this difficulty<\/td><td>He doesn\u2019t need you to drop, but he isn\u2019t quite ready to be pushed yet.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why should I train like this?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>By training in repetitions of 5, we are less likely to get stuck at a certain point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also means that we\u2019ll be able to keep track of where we\u2019re at so that we can build stronger and stronger behaviors. Off to better things!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is difficulty or criteria?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Difficulty or Criteria relates to the \u2018three D\u2019s\u2019 Duration, Distraction and Distance. These refer to how long can the dog perform the behavior for, what is the distraction like, and how far from us can perform the behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What will be the end result once I\u2019ve trained my puppy?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cheeky, wanting to know the end before you even start.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, if you\u2019re really eager to know, this program will help you in your first steps to having a brilliant dog.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Training for Border Collies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As with any breed-specific dog training, there are techniques you need to remember, socialization, husbandry tasks and plenty of exercises. Make sure to socialize your border collie early on, incorporate a lot of interactive play, also try to involve your collie in as many daily activities as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"week-1-training-your-border-collie-puppy\">Week 1 \u2013 Training your Border Collie puppy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During the first week of having your workaholic puppy at home, you\u2019ll have to try and get them to \u2018take it easy\u2019 which can be no mean feat!&nbsp;Getting your&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/training-basics\/weekly-puppy-training-schedule\/\">puppy training schedule<\/a>&nbsp;mastered isn\u2019t an easy prospect, but with our trust puppy training schedule on hand, you won\u2019t need to worry about a single thing, apart from the whereabouts of your hyper pup!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We promise this first week of parenting a Border Collie puppy will be a lot of fun.&nbsp; You\u2019ll be snapping photos to show off to your relatives and friends\u2026as well as spending a lot of time cleaning up pee and getting puppy kisses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This week, your primary focus should be on settling them into their new home and working on some skills that they will find easy to learn and will be valuable to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Scrollable table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Socialization exercises to do this week<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Training to do this week<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Husbandry Tasks to do this week<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2013 Let your puppy explore the yard<br>\u2013 Teach your puppy about surfaces<\/td><td>\u2013 Name<br>\u2013 Sit<br>\u2013 Recall<br>\u2013 Retrieve<br>\u2013 Crate Training<br>\u2013 Potty Training<br>\u2013 Alone Training<\/td><td>\u2013 Brushing<br>\u2013 Hand Touch<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The first few weeks are all about getting the fundamentals down; we will try to make them as \u2018fun\u2019 as we can in our own Zigzag way. You\u2019ll want to be teaching your Border Collie&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/toilet-training\/how-to-toilet-train-a-puppy-full-guide\/\">Toilet training<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-behavior\/barking-and-aggression\/puppy-barking-at-night\/\">sleep training<\/a>, and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-behavior\/separation-and-sleep\/how-long-can-you-leave-a-puppy-alone\/\">Alone training<\/a>&nbsp;so we have all of those on the agenda. Everything you\u2019ll need for a happy dog and a happy home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/owNAs9NwbnZsZ9LqcF2ma6Jat6F_sxd1tj7nzZuDzctXVeNx0SfIROmUq0Yj_DavNeSqksHrM1aSDyj5ox63ysydubopk4fottzF7RPV4H-VjqxUUPyPj9Fu7RFnyTB00KCutmVS\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember how we told you Border Collies are mostly brains and batteries? Well, that means it can take some time to get them to switch off and relax. But trust us \u2013 it\u2019s worth persevering with, as tired puppies are often very bitey and your Border Collie puppy will likely be no different. Have a read-through of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-behavior\/separation-and-sleep\/puppy-bedtime-routine-at-night-faq\/\">Puppy night-time routine<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-behavior\/separation-and-sleep\/how-to-get-a-puppy-to-sleep-through-the-night\/\">how to get a puppy to sleep through the night<\/a>&nbsp;so your Border Collie gets plenty of chances to chase, or should we say count, sheep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Border Collies are quite independent dogs; don\u2019t let their obsession with sheep fool you. You shouldn\u2019t have too many problems with teaching them to feel alright on their own if you follow the recommended training. Here are our top tips to help you manage&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-behavior\/separation-and-sleep\/puppy-separation-anxiety\/\">puppy separation anxiety<\/a>&nbsp;in case you notice your pet struggling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Border Collies like it squeaky clean too, and enjoy taking their stinky business outside. Use their aim to please to your advantage! Most will actually find&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/toilet-training\/how-to-toilet-train-a-puppy-full-guide\/\">the puppy potty training process<\/a>&nbsp;the best fun. As long as you use plenty of praise and treats for a job well done, potty training will be a breeze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Easy does it! While socialization and habituation are key things to start with your Border Collie puppy right away, especially if home is in a busy town or city, it\u2019s also important not to overwhelm them. Let them get used to your house and yard nd also experience different things under their feet this week.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Letting your Border Collie puppy explore the yard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teach your puppy about surfaces&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Have a read of our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/new-puppy\/getting-your-puppy\/puppy-socialization-training\/\">socializing your<\/a> puppy&nbsp;article to get more information on how to do the whole puppy socialization shenanigans.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/Ltwf_Y8PzGK6zV0q-lV__1vlH_igU4ao6LZqrrtR6BZLdfe-GpGHBqKwSjCwXXqdQonjGkdFpWwqnMnPWHKPUqiRaB2h7kyPKzFS-sAeMFi7DZ02x4zNsUVE0vRyInnUN62idCgl\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This week, being the first, we\u2019d first like to wish you luck. But here\u2019s what you\u2019ll get into:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/commands\/teach-a-puppy-its-name\/\">Teach your Border Collie puppy their name<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/commands\/how-to-teach-a-puppy-to-sit\/\">Teach your Border Collie puppy to sit<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/commands\/puppy-recall-training\/\">Recall \u2013<\/a>&nbsp;How to teach your Border puppy to come back when called<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Retrieve\/fetch: Many dogs love playing retrieving games \u2013 you\u2019ll find that they have a natural talent for them. But Border Collies are a bit funny about playing fetch; they\u2019d much rather&nbsp;stop&nbsp;balls rather than&nbsp;retrieve&nbsp;them, so you may need to be patient with this game.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"preventing-resource-guarding\">Preventing resource guarding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In my experience, Border Collies don\u2019t really struggle with guarding too much. It\u2019s quite the opposite really; they\u2019re much happier wanting to play all day until they drop\u2026if they ever do. At the same time, it\u2019s always clever to teach all puppies to give up things willingly. It\u2019s going to get you places, you\u2019ll see.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Handling your puppy&nbsp; \u2013&nbsp; Border Collies are pretty happy about being touched and petted. You\u2019re probably happy about this too \u2013 it\u2019s tough keeping your hands off a puppy. However, they can sometimes be a bit mouthy. Make sure to give them heaps of praise and treats when doing this so they know hands are nice things to have on themselves, and not chew toys.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"week-2-training-your-border-collie-puppy\">Week 2 \u2013 Training your Border Collie puppy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that it\u2019s week two, how are you getting along with training your Border Collie puppy?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This week, we\u2019ll focus on socialization and habituation, with a particular emphasis on getting your Border Collie used to new sounds and novelty in general. Oh, we\u2019ll also get a start on recall and lead walking training this week. A big step, with plenty of opportunities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brushing that sheepdog coat is something else you\u2019ll do. Yes, that coat is probably in need of some TLC by now, Collie coats get all kinds of bits stuck in there and can get a little tangled. If you\u2019re lucky, you can find some leftover snacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Scrollable table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Socialization exercises to do this week<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Training to do this week<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Husbandry Tasks to do this week<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2013 Fireworks<br>\u2013 Watch the world go by outside your house<br>\u2013 Play dress up<br>\u2013 Sit in the car<br>\u2013 Invite friends over<\/td><td>\u2013 Alone Training<br>\u2013 Crate Training<br>\u2013 Potty Training<br>\u2013 Name \u2013 in yard<br>\u2013 Recall \u2013 cue word<br>\u2013 Fetch<br>\u2013 Drop<br>-Sit \u2013 add a cue word<br>\u2013 Leash walking<\/td><td>\u2013 Grooming<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fireworks:<\/strong>&nbsp;Border Collies can be quite sensitive to noise. In fact, they\u2019re sensitive to a lot of things and will need your support to know how to deal with them. We recommend spending some time making sure they\u2019re comfortable around noises. We have a lot of information on sound habituation in our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/app.adjust.com\/1lehyg83?fallback=https%3A%2F%2Fweb.zigzag.dog%2Fus%2F%3Futm_source%3Dwebsite%26utm_medium%3Din_article%26utm_campaign%3Din_article_CTA&#038;redirect_macos=https%3A%2F%2Fweb.zigzag.dog%2Fus%2F%3Futm_source%3Dwebsite%26utm_medium%3Din_article%26utm_campaign%3Din_article_CTA\">Zigzag puppy training app.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Watch The World Go By:&nbsp;<\/strong>With Border Collie puppies, we want to teach them to ignore moving things, not chase them. The ultimate challenge for this breed if you ask us. This is going to be a recurring theme as they grow up, so let\u2019s start slow. Make sure you reward them frequently for just ignoring the movement of cars and people \u2013 it will pay off, trust me.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Play dress up:&nbsp;<\/strong>You, not them. You have to get them used to \u2018new\u2019 things since they\u2019ll be facing lots of them in the world. Try different things like wearing a hat, or a helmet, perhaps a Gorilla outfit. No need to frighten them though, they won\u2019t think it\u2019s funny. We just want them to be a well-rounded pup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Invite friends over:&nbsp;<\/strong>Just have one or two at a time, so your puppy isn\u2019t overwhelmed. He\u2019ll make loads of friends eventually, no need to rush. Let your puppy approach them in their own time when they feel like it. Some Border Collies can be a little shy at first, but they soon warm up, it can just take a little time.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sitting in the car:<\/strong>&nbsp;Once they start getting acquainted with people, you can start thinking about meeting other inanimate objects that seem to come to life like the car.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Alone training \u2013 Start increasing the time week by week, so your Border Collie becomes more comfortable with being left. That doesn\u2019t mean they won\u2019t miss you, don\u2019t worry.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/crate-training\/puppy-crate-training-guide\/\">Crate training<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 Keep going with this if you\u2019re using one. Hope it\u2019s going well!&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teach them their name in the yard \u2013 The yard is a playground of distractions for your Collie puppy, with plenty of things to stalk and birds to chase.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recall training: Add a cue word \u2013 Practice lots of this, don\u2019t want an embarrassing and scary encounter with your neighborhood livestock when you can\u2019t call your Collie back! Eek.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fetch and drop \u2013 An excellent way to burn energy off your Collie is playing retrieve, don\u2019t let them get too compulsive over it and mix it up with other games.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sit \u2013 Add a cue word. They can\u2019t read your mind anyway. And we bet your Border Collie picks this up super quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Introduce&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/lead-training\/puppy-lead-training\/\">leash walking training<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 Border Collies can be quite strong despite their lean bodies. And let\u2019s face it; they are bred to be off leash on a hillside, so a lead won\u2019t make sense to them. But they\u2019ll get there, especially if you teach them the Zigzag way with lots of treats, praise and love.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Brushing your puppy: Border Collie coats are fairly low maintenance as dog coats go (if they like to get muddy, they\u2019ll get the odd dreadlock here and there), but that doesn\u2019t mean they shouldn\u2019t enjoy a bit of pampering. They do sometimes get bits stuck in their coat such as thorns or sticks. Aside from it being necessary, brushing is also a great activity to do for bonding with your puppy \u2013 they can feel your care through your soft strokes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"week-3-training-your-border-collie-puppy\">Week 3 \u2013 Training your Border Collie puppy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Week 3 \u2013 We hope it\u2019s going well. We wouldn\u2019t be surprised if your Border Collie puppy was solving that Sudoku you\u2019ve been scratching your head over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This week, get ready for the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create a socialization checklist that is unique to you and your setup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn how to teach your Border Collie puppy not to jump up on people and \u2018sit to greet\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn how to choose and fit a harness to your Border Collie puppy in preparation for those beautiful walks you\u2019ve been dreaming of. As have they!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Scrollable table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Socialization exercises to do this week<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Training Exercises to do this week<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Husbandry Tasks to do this week<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2013 Scent Trails<br>\u2013 Go for a drive<br>\u2013 Invite Friends Over<br>\u2013 Write a puppy socialization checklist<\/td><td>\u2013 Recall \u2013 outside in the yard<br>\u2013 Four Paws on the floor \u2013 Not Jumping up<br>\u2013 Down<br>\u2013 Generalization<br>\u2013 Alone Training<\/td><td>\u2013 Harness fitting<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/bAhWac9YV9_ej0oeEBZbGmjJCGnxElAPem1ZWE4m1Rr9DLSDz9uzmXdY7bNGhUPigbM7beuQxb0cvfAwjnW-N9d1k2IUt8MUPkF_Mbqvrn-BYuCKO3QH5NzR72E00pTELBx3OEbo\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Scent trails \u2013 Although Border Collies are herders, they still have fantastic noses that can be utilized for Scentwork. It\u2019s also a great way to work their brain and give their crazy eyes a rest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Invite friends over \u2013 Again, go slowly and let your Border Collie puppy be the one to say hi first.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go for a drive with your puppy \u2013 You\u2019ll make their day if they get to see some sheep out of the car window.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Write a puppy socialization checklist for your Border Collie puppy: As a Border Collie owner, we\u2019d advise you to pay special attention to teaching them how to keep calm around livestock when they\u2019re young. Especially if you live in the countryside \u2013 don\u2019t want your neighbors yelling at you for making their sheep go insane \u2013 it\u2019s also illegal for dogs to worry sheep, and you will get in a lot of trouble.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/6xeaZVniggbzh95qzEF-mMROJ9tfxMjJekNGeNeXDpykpoA2xe_GpLU9V0GI-LGet3l0JogVU_UsqAHMf4jXnQ0dqSWRiqTJZ9__A9EOiyuEV_L8J0RPllgGriB0QbFIyQd3nc8G\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/commands\/puppy-recall-training\/\">Recall: We can\u2019t stress it enough<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 teaching your Border Collie puppy to come back when you call them will make life much simpler for you both, especially with park sessions approaching! This week, you get to practice outside this week, exciting!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-behavior\/barking-and-aggression\/stop-puppy-jumping-up\/\">Stopping from jumping up<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 Just because the \u2018muddy trouser look\u2019 isn\u2019t for everyone. They might think you\u2019re rude. Our article has some great help!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Generalization \u2013 Take your Border Collie puppy to different places and practice their training. Everybody loves a well-rounded puppy who\u2019s used to learning things in different environments \u2013 it\u2019s a definite yes that you will too. Our&nbsp;puppy training&nbsp;article here has a piece on generalization that we think you\u2019ll run for this week.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/commands\/how-to-teach-a-puppy-to-lie-down\/\">Teach your Border Collie puppy to lie down<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 This comes pretty naturally to Border Collies. You\u2019ll be surprised at how quickly they can pick it up. Or down, we could say.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alone training \u2013 Ugh. We know. If only we lived in a world where we could be with them at all times, isn\u2019t it?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Harness fitting for a puppy \u2013 It\u2019s worth choosing a comfortable harness for your Border Collie. A harness is much kinder for them to wear, especially if they tend to pull on the leash a lot. It\u2019s also safer to attach a long recall leash to a harness than to a collar, which would really hurt their neck if they went and ran to the end of the long line. We\u2019re realists here at Zigzag, and we know that these things WILL probably happen, so it\u2019s better to be prepared.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Our favorite harnesses for Border Collies are the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.perfect-fit-dog-harness.com\/perfect-fit-fleece-dog-harness.html\">&nbsp;fleece-lined Perfect Fit harness by Dog Games<\/a>&nbsp;or for a bit cheaper you could try the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3r6QOwr\">True Love padded harness<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"week-4-training-your-border-collie-puppy\">Week 4 \u2013 Training your Border Collie puppy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Wow\u2026look at you. You\u2019re a month into training! We hope it\u2019s going well, and that no sheep have been unwillingly herd. We also hope you\u2019re enjoying the time you and your Border Collie get to spend together\u2026the early stages are just so sweet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This week, we\u2019ll start upping the difficulty of exercises with the Push\/Drop\/Stick method. We\u2019ll get you to start researching and finding a puppy class, as well as having some more fun with recall games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Scrollable table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Socialization exercises to do this week<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Training to do this week<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Husbandry Tasks to do this week<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2013 Meet another dog<br>\u2013 Find a puppy class<\/td><td>\u2013 Settle on a mat<br>\u2013 Leash walking<br>\u2013 Recall games<br>\u2013 Push\/drop\/stick on known exercises<\/td><td>\u2013 Grooming sensitive areas<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Meeting another dog \u2013 This week is the time to take the plunge. You\u2019ll try meeting another dog so that your puppy begins to take in the experience of being around others from their own species. If you\u2019re meeting another dog for the first time, start with a calm older dog. We love the part where they look like they\u2019ve discovered gold when they encounter another dog.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find a good puppy class for your puppy. Your Border Collie is half peacock. They\u2019ll love going to Puppy Class and showing off the incredible skills that you\u2019ve helped them gain already. Finding a good puppy class can be tricky, so we recommend the&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.apdt.co.uk\/\">Association of Pet Dog Trainers<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.capbt.org\/\">COAPE Association of Applied Pet Behaviorists and Trainers<\/a>&nbsp;or one of the members of the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/ukdogcharter.org\/\">UK Dog Charter<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 they\u2019ve got some great people. You could even ask if you can watch a class without your puppy first before committing so that you can get a feel of them and make sure it looks like a fun place for your puppy to be.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Settle on a mat: Eventually, we want to be able to take our dogs everywhere with us and have them be able to relax \u2013 not chase every pigeon or child carrying a ball they see. For Border Collies (and peace of mind) this is something you definitely want to focus on! If you want to learn&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-behavior\/understanding-your-puppy\/how-to-calm-a-puppy-down\/\">how to calm down a puppy<\/a>&nbsp;successfully, check out our handy article.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leash walking \u2013 Ah, you\u2019re both looking fancy with that new harness. Time to go on some nice training walks with your puppy.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recall games \u2013 This is where it gets good. Playing tennis will be nothing other than your Border Collie\u2019s obsession, and will not want to stop. Ever. Until the end of time. That\u2019s alright though; tennis is a great exercise for a Border Collie, and you won\u2019t stop smiling at seeing how much fun they\u2019re having. They can actually put on quite a show when going after a tennis ball \u2013 try making it bounce high in the air to see a nice \u2018Free Willy\u2019 leap.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Push Drop Stick on known exercises.&nbsp; Try 5 sits on a verbal cue, with no food to lure and no hand signal. Did your puppy get 5 right? Excellent! Now, try 5 sits and see if you can go one step away and back.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Get started with grooming sensitive areas \u2013 The funny areas on puppies are legs, armpits (\u2026or \u2018leg pits?\u2019) and around the head. Ears are sometimes a bit troublesome too, so it\u2019s good to give them some attention.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"week-5-training-your-border-collie-puppy\">Week 5 \u2013 Training your Border Collie puppy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Wow, you deserve a treat by now, don\u2019t you? We\u2019re over halfway through this guide. How are you getting on training your Border Collie puppy? You\u2019re getting close, but you\u2019re not nearly half done training this little workaholic, they will be learning things for the rest of their lives, but good to get some intensive training in while they\u2019re young, to teach them the ropes, so to speak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This week we\u2019ll be practicing leash walking and recall training outside \u2013 you\u2019ll be glad you got your Border Collie puppy used to wearing their harness for this. For the time being, your puppy\u2019s training is primarily about learning how to walk in a relaxed way and teaching them to calmly react to the things that happen around them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start working on those socialization items that are vital to your lifestyle this week, and cross them off your list. Oh and we also have a session in a bar planned for you, a cafe is fine if that\u2019s more your thing too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Scrollable table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Socialization exercises to do this week<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Training to do this week<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Husbandry Tasks to do this week<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2013 Go to the bar \u2013 you deserve it!<br>\u2013 Tick 3 things off your personal socialization checklist<\/td><td>\u2013 Alone Training<br>\u2013 Recall \u2013 outside using a lead<br>\u2013 Leash walking \u2013 outside<br>\u2013 Push\/drop\/stick on known exercises<\/td><td>\u2013 Pretend nail clips<br>\u2013 Grooming<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to the pub\/dog-friendly caf\u00e9 \u2013 you deserve it! Take your Border Collie\u2019s settle mat and a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/33eVN5U\">stuffed food toy<\/a>&nbsp;or a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3GhgWek\">chew<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tick 3 things off your personal socialization checklist<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/O7s6I4sEGws3jz6_cedSnacvoQcPs7X6AbRLPhCI5sq-d2R9qWLLeYV86Ew4oA0iR4cT8SL3MfpbYcYYP5Dhtsid9RP60DfUuBMLrZ-6dMsNzuAtkLtez9sIEj84R4FgXeKGdxsg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Alone training: increasing time alone as you have been doing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recall \u2013 Practice this outside, using a leash, and then progress on to taking the lead off \u2018gulp\u2019 or you can use a long line attached to their harness if you\u2019re a bit reticent! Also worth thinking about how you might deal with distractions such as other dogs and people in the environment, all vying for your puppy\u2019s attention. It\u2019s worth having super stinky high value treats like<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Gg5AHr\">&nbsp;liver<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3teHlFY\">sprats<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3f85wOg\">a special toy<\/a>&nbsp;that you can control access to so it makes it extra wonderful for your puppy,<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3HO7Gib\">&nbsp;a squeaky ball&nbsp;<\/a>to get their attention, and using the long leash so you can manage your puppy.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Leash walking \u2013 outside, loose leash walking will be more difficult. There are a lot of distractions that your Border Collie might want to get to. Remember not to let them pull, but also reward them for being next to you.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Push\/drop\/stick on known exercises \u2013 how is your puppy getting on with their down? Can they do it on verbal cue only? Give it a try with the push-drop stick method.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start pretending to clip your dog\u2019s nails \u2013 nail trims will be coming soon, so it\u2019s a good idea to start practicing now. Pick up a paw and give your Border Collie a treat, then the next. You can start to introduce the clippers to, but don\u2019t actually clip yet, just touch their paw with the clippers and reward them. If they pull away or seem scared then go back a step, we can take this as slow as we need to.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"week-6-training-your-border-collie-puppy\">Week 6 \u2013 Training your Border Collie puppy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ve come so far, but we\u2019re not finished with you yet! Your Border Collie still has heaps they can be learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Scrollable table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Socialization exercises to do this week<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Training to do this week<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Husbandry Tasks to do this week<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2013 Tick 3 things off your personal checklist<\/td><td>\u2013 Following on walks<br>\u2013 Sheepballs<br>\u2013 Push\/drop\/stick on known exercises<\/td><td>\u2013 Check puppy\u2019s mouth<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tick 3 more items off your socialization checklist \u2013 what will it be this week? Horses? Boats? The Farmers Market?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Following on walks \u2013 keep your Border Collie puppy engaged and hanging out with you on walks by bringing along special toys such as the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3H5qEjP\">Tug-E-Nuff Pocket tugger<\/a>&nbsp;and playing with them.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Push\/drop\/stick \u2013 Your border Collie will get bored if you don\u2019t teach them new things and increase the difficulty so don\u2019t forget this one.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-health\/new-puppy-health\/when-do-puppies-lose-their-teeth\/\">checking your puppy\u2019s mouth and teeth<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 Border Collies can be a little sensitive about having their teeth checked, but it\u2019s important for their health that we do it. Go slowly just hold their mouth gently and give a treat, then see if you can progress to a lip lift and treat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"week-7-training-your-border-collie-puppy\">Week 7 \u2013 Training your Border Collie puppy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Week 7 already, let\u2019s keep going!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This week your Border Collie puppy is going to love learning&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Puppy Agility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Being let off the leash and walking with another dog<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ear drops aren\u2019t so bad<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Scrollable table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Socialization exercises to do this week<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Training to do this week<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Husbandry Tasks to do this week<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2013 Puppy Parkour<br>\u2013 Tick 3 things off your personal checklist<\/td><td>\u2013 Wait<br>\u2013 Walk with a friend\u2019s dog<br>\u2013 Recall \u2013 off the leash<br>\u2013 Push\/drop\/stick on known exercises<\/td><td>\u2013 Pretend ear drops<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Have a go at puppy agility \u2013 We\u2019re sure you and your Border Collie can\u2019t wait to have a go at this. You\u2019ll see a lot of Border Collies doing agility because they\u2019re fast, attentive and clever. It\u2019s a great way to exercise a working dog, both mentally and physically. Check out our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/training-basics\/puppy-agility-training\/\">puppy agility<\/a>&nbsp;article to learn the basics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tick 3 things off your personal socialization checklist \u2013 perhaps one of those things might be heading to an agility show and letting your puppy watch all of the sights and sounds?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-training\/commands\/how-to-teach-a-puppy-to-stay\/\">Teach your Border Collie puppy to stay<\/a>: The practice of patience. What a lesson to teach\u2026even for humans. On the bright side, waiting will actually come quite naturally for your Border Collie, so getting through this lesson should be relatively painless for you.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go for a walk with a friend\u2019s dog- relaxing walks beckon. Take lots of treats, and make sure your friend\u2019s dog has some too so it\u2019s a lovely walk for everyone.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recall \u2013 off the leash. Put your big girl\/boy pants on! Keep your puppy engaged with your voice, toys and treats. Let them explore a little and then call them back with lots and cheering!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Push\/drop\/stick on exercises your Collie knows already. Perhaps you could try it on recall distances?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pretend ear drops: Some Border Collie puppies have particularly hairy ears where all kinds of things can build up if we\u2019re not careful. This makes some prone to ear problems because they spend so much time playing in water and rolling in mud, so make sure to clean and dry your puppy\u2019s ears regularly. You can also teach them that ear drops will sometimes be in the picture, pretend to put the drops in (leave the lid on) and give them a treat, then it won\u2019t be a big deal if it ever comes to it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"week-8-training-your-border-collie-puppy\">Week 8 \u2013 Training your Border Collie puppy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the final week in our guide to training Border Collie puppies, and we hope you\u2019re thrilled at the progress you\u2019ve made and it\u2019s given you a flavor of the training you could and should be doing with the little know it alls!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The fun doesn\u2019t end here, if you haven\u2019t already then do<a href=\"https:\/\/app.adjust.com\/1lehyg83?fallback=https%3A%2F%2Fweb.zigzag.dog%2Fus%2F%3Futm_source%3Dwebsite%26utm_medium%3Din_article%26utm_campaign%3Din_article_CTA&#038;redirect_macos=https%3A%2F%2Fweb.zigzag.dog%2Fus%2F%3Futm_source%3Dwebsite%26utm_medium%3Din_article%26utm_campaign%3Din_article_CTA\">&nbsp;download the Zigzag app<\/a>&nbsp;as we have a tonne of Border Collie content to share with you as well as a personalized training program for you to follow.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Scrollable table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Socialization exercises to do this week<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Training to do this week<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Husbandry Tasks to do this week<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u2013 Joggers and Cyclists<br>\u2013 Tick 3 things off your personal checklist<\/td><td>\u2013 Practice exercises in different locations<br>\u2013 Teach a hand target<br>\u2013 Introduce nose work<br>\u2013 Push\/drop\/stick on known exercises<\/td><td>\u2013 Nail trims<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Joggers and Cyclists: People who exercise can (and probably will) trigger your Border Collie to go into that eye\u2013stalk\u2013chase sequence. We know joggers could do a good job at running away, but it\u2019s still not an ideal situation to get into. You\u2019ll want to pay extra attention to this!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tick 3 things off your personal socialization checklist. Although the socialization window is closing, new experiences are still going to make a big difference in your Border Collies ability to cope with being around them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Practice exercises in different locations \u2013 It takes practice to master training skills, so try to practice in 5 different locations this week. How about trying the yard center, DIY shop, or Pet Store?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teach a hand target&nbsp;&nbsp;-Puppies cannot get enough of these exercises, once they\u2019ve mastered it, they\u2019ll be racing back and touching your hand in no time, so it\u2019s excellent to use as a recall. Hand Targeting or touching is also the basis for many of the trick behaviors you\u2019ll teach your Border Collie such as leg weaves and closing doors \u2013 exciting!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Introducing nose work to your puppy. We\u2019ve had them on Scent Trails, now why not teach your Border Collie puppy to find their toys. You could also name them like&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newscientist.com\/article\/mg20827921-900-border-collie-takes-record-for-biggest-vocabulary\/\">Chaser \u2013 the Border Collie who knew the names of over 1000 toys!<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Trim your Border Collie puppy\u2019s claws \u2013 yes we\u2019re going to do it for real this week. Have a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/31GrfJN\">good set of clippers<\/a>&nbsp;ready, as well as those stinky treats like&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3FbwvD8\">squeezy liver paste&nbsp;<\/a>your Border Collie likes. Clip one claw and give them a little lick of the paste (or another small yummy treat if that\u2019s more their jam) if they\u2019re happy carry-on and do the next claw. Maybe just try and get one paw done in a single sitting, no need to rush them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading trigger\" id=\"what-s-next-for-your-border-collie-puppy\">What\u2019s next for your Border Collie puppy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Involving yourself in a Dog Sports Club and teaching your Border Collie all the good stuff like&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/agilityclub.org\/\">agility<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TreibballUK\/\">&nbsp;treibball<\/a>&nbsp;(that\u2019s code for herding balls)&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.flyball.org.uk\/\">flyball<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.caninehoopersworld.com\/\">hoopers<\/a>&nbsp;or anything similar with positive reinforcement will be the way to go to keep your Border Collie\u2019s brain ticking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While your Border Collie is young, it\u2019s also worth working through other life skills and obedience training \u2013 like the ones we offer on the Zigzag app. Not only will it keep their brain juicy, but it will also make&nbsp;<em>you&nbsp;<\/em>look extra cool at the park\u2026having them do all these crazy tricks will surely make people think you\u2019re some sort of magician.&nbsp;Looking for even more&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/blog\/\">puppy training tips<\/a>? 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