Latest Bearded Collie Frequently Asked Questions:
Does anyone no a pet store or breeder in long island for bearded collies?
Answer:Hopefully you won't be able to find a Beardie in a pet store. Most of the breeders are really careful about to whom and where their pups go. If you are looking for a puppy, the breeders I know in WI will ship if you are too far to drive and there is a Beardie rescue if you want an adult. Go to the Bearded Collie Club of America, there is a listing of all the breeders. There are quite a few in the east, the closest looks like one in NJ. If you have never owned one, make sure you do your research. They are wonderful dogs but can be a little challenging if you don't have experience with dogs.
ive been looking for one for ages but the only ones i see are too far away because i dont want to put the dog through the stress of having to be in the car for too long. so norfolk or suffolk ares would be ok. ive got a good home and my family would love to have a bearded collie to complete it
Answer:These are your first points of contact http://www.beardedcollies.org.uk/ http://www.beardedcollieclub.co.uk/
Sorry, don't know how it ended up in reptiles. Maybe that is where I would get a good answer. Thanks for the advice.
Answer:When I was keeping border collies, I used to use baby shampoo for washing, any generic cream rinse for rinsing, and as the coat dries, spritz with Show Sheen for horses (mix it 50/50 mix water/Show Sheen), rub in and comb (wide tooth comb) through the coat.. Brush when thoroughly dry, and you'll have a glossy coat which is very easy to keep free of tangles. Also, you can shorten grooming time by air blowing the hair. It will work out potential tangles, without having to brush the animal several times a day. But - this is the reptile section. Guess a lot of us own dogs, too. lol My present lil terror is a rescued lab mix. Hope this has been helpful.
I have heard that there are grooming sprays around that help with the problem. Can any one reccomend anything?
Answer:I had a beardie whose side coat was down to the ground and he was thoroughly groomed only once a weeks from the time he got his adult coat until he was well over 11 years old. And he had a very thick coat as well. The only thing he was ever sprayed with was water with a bit of conditioner in it. What kind of brush are you using? Beardies need a good pin brush, along with a slicker for mats only. A lot of people like to finish with a wide-toothed comb to check for any mats you might have missed. The previous answer you got was right - you need to line brush. It's vital that the dog is lying on his side and that you make sure you're brushing right down to the skin in very small increments. If you're not sure you're doing it right, it's best to get someone (your dog's breeder?) to demonstrate, because it's really not hard once you've been shown the correct technique. My guy took me 30 - 45 minutes a week and he really loved the 1-on-1 time. The answer is not any spray, it's the brush and technique. Get someone with a long-haired dog to demonstrate line brushing for you and you'll be able to keep on top of it!!
i know theyre herding dogs so i wouldnt want one herding my cats. Are they as in need of 24/7 activity like a border collie? i want a mid size dog that is why i ask. I had a labrador but that is too big i think unless we move to a bigger house
Answer:Collies still are not as intense as Border Collies, but they are still higher maintenance than you average lab. As far as cats go...that is on a dog-by-dog basis. If it is something you are very concerned about, then adopt from a rescue where they keep their dogs in foster homes and cat test them. Adopting from a rescue that uses foster homes can take a little longer than getting the instant gratification from buying from a breeder or adopting from a shelter, but if there are certain personality traits you are looking for (like not chasing cats) then it is the way to go! You have a bit of faulty thinking as far as the dog size to house size ratio is concerned.........a dogs size has NOTHING to do with how much room they need. For example....if you think a lab was a little much, then don't try a jack russell. They may be small- but they are bundles of energy and need lots of exercise! In contrast, great danes usually make wonderful apartment dogs because they really only need one good walk a day and are content just to laze around and watch you do the chores. Your best bet is contact an all-breed rescue that keeps their dogs in foster care, and tell them what kind of activities you like to do with your dog, how much exercise you would like to give a furry companion, and that you have a cat. And then keep an open mind and be willing to meet what dog they think would be a good match for you.
