Episode #24: Collie Behaviour 101 - Unpacking Your Top Questions This Week

Does your Border Collie bark at vacuums, lunge at cars, or get overwhelmed by the world around them? You’re in the right place! Welcome to Collie Conversations, where we tackle your biggest Collie behaviour questions - live and unscripted.

I’m Gemma Fisher, your friendly Collie behaviour specialist. Every week, I sit down with Collie owners just like you to unravel the quirks, struggles, and joys of living with these remarkable dogs. In this episode, I’m answering real questions from our online community about barking, reactivity, fear of household objects, multi-dog challenges, and more.

Here’s what you’ll find in today’s Collie Conversation:

Coping with Barking and Reactivity: Why do Collies bark at the vacuum, and what can you do if your dog is obsessed with traffic or triggered by other dogs? We explore practical management and training tips that really work.

Overcoming Everyday Fears: From the dreaded hairbrush to noisy appliances, I’ll help you understand what your Collie is feeling and how to support them so daily life is less stressful for you both.

Multi-Dog Mayhem: Got more than one Collie at home? I share my top strategies for handling barking, frustration, and walks that feel overwhelming.

Travel Troubles: Learn how to help your Collie feel safe in the car and build confidence around moving vehicles - plus, the power of crate training for journeys.

Throughout this episode, you’ll discover how Collie brains are wired, why some behaviours are more common than you think, and my best actionable advice for making progress (even if you feel stuck right now). Whether you’re a new Collie owner or have years of experience, you’ll find something helpful inside.

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And don’t forget to subscribe! Next week, we’ll dive deeper into Collie reactivity, with expert advice for dogs who struggle with other dogs and people.

Resources Mentioned:

Crate training, settle training, and positive reinforcement guides (see video chapters)

Tips for managing reactivity, barking, and building confidence

Thanks for tuning in to Collie Conversations! Remember - progress, not perfection. Let’s make life with your Collie joyful, one step at a time.

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Border Collie expert Gemma Fisher has dedicated her career to empowering collie owners with the skills they need for a reliable recall and a joyful partnership with their dogs. Gemma’s hands-on experience and commitment to positive methods shine in each Collie Conversation. Her podcast brings practical, inspiring advice for every Collie owner, from recall training to managing reactivity. Join her Facebook group (https://bit.ly/3Mn3GtC) for even more tips and community support.