Similar to other herding and sheepdogs, Border Collies have a protective temperament and can be distrusting of strangers. Socializing them frequently at a young age will help prevent their protective nature from leading to excessive shyness or aggression around strangers. 28 апр. 2018 г.
Are Border Collies aggressive with strangers?
Like most herding breeds that have an inborn protective streak, Border Collies can be wary of strangers. Early and frequent socialization is essential to prevent them from becoming shy or aggressive in the presence of people they don't know.
Why does my Border Collie bark at strangers?
The breed is not generally renowned for any guard dog abilities, but will naturally bark at strangers or a perceived threat. They do need to be strictly controlled or they will bark at any kind of movement if their behavior is not kept in check.
Is a Border Collie a one person dog?
Border Collies usually prefer to bond to one person. They have an inherited instinct to do so because they are designed to work with one person as a team. In family situations this can cause problems when the chosen leader is absent.
Will a Border Collie protect you?
As others have said, you can train your Border collie to help protect your family and property, but you can't expect him to be on the frontline engaging and fighting without fear. Border collies do not possess that type of drive, and they cannot do much damage to a full-grown male adult.
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