Do rescued border collies have a lot of “problems?
If they do have “problems,” it is often because their previous owner wasn’t able to train the dog or provide enough exercise and mental stimulus. When a border collie is left to its own devices without proper training, there is bound to be trouble. Some rescued bcs have been neglected and/or abused. These dogs are indeed “special cases” and require more care to rehabilitate. However, many rescue dogs come with no real issues to speak of. Before entering the most rescue programs, each dog is evaluated to determine it’s proper placement in foster care. While at its foster home, the dog is tested in a variety of life situations. These include exposure to cats, other dogs, men, children, loud noises, strangers, cars, etc. During this time, the Rescue helps the dog cope and adjust to these new situations. The Rescue makes every effort to match up the appropriate dog with the skills, abilities and lifestyle of the adopter.
