{"id":19366,"date":"2022-03-25T11:05:35","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T11:05:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T11:05:35","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T11:05:35","slug":"how-do-border-collies-show-affection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/","title":{"rendered":"How do Border Collies show affection?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#How_do_Border_Collies_show_affection\" title=\"How do Border Collies show affection?\">How do Border Collies show affection?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#Why_is_my_border_collie_so_clingy\" title=\"Why is my border collie so clingy?\">Why is my border collie so clingy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#Are_Border_Collies_possessive_of_their_owners\" title=\"Are Border Collies possessive of their owners?\">Are Border Collies possessive of their owners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#Does_my_border_collie_love_me\" title=\"Does my border collie love me?\">Does my border collie love me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#How_do_border_collies_show_love\" title=\"How do border collies show love?\">How do border collies show love?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#Do_border_collies_like_to_be_hugged\" title=\"Do border collies like to be hugged?\">Do border collies like to be hugged?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#Why_does_my_border_collie_stare_at_me\" title=\"Why does my border collie stare at me?\">Why does my border collie stare at me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#Why_do_border_collies_put_their_paws_on_you\" title=\"Why do border collies put their paws on you?\">Why do border collies put their paws on you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#Why_is_my_border_collie_obsessed_with_me\" title=\"Why is my border collie obsessed with me?\">Why is my border collie obsessed with me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#How_do_you_know_if_your_border_collie_loves_you\" title=\"How do you know if your border collie loves you?\">How do you know if your border collie loves you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#Are_Border_Collies_obsessive\" title=\"Are Border Collies obsessive?\">Are Border Collies obsessive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#Do_Border_Collies_get_jealous\" title=\"Do Border Collies get jealous?\">Do Border Collies get jealous?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#Why_is_my_Border_Collie_so_clingy\" title=\"Why is my Border Collie so clingy?\">Why is my Border Collie so clingy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#Are_Border_Collies_protective_of_their_owners\" title=\"Are Border Collies protective of their owners?\">Are Border Collies protective of their owners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#How_do_you_know_your_border_collie_loves_you\" title=\"How do you know your border collie loves you?\">How do you know your border collie loves you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#Do_Border_Collies_have_a_Favourite_person\" title=\"Do Border Collies have a Favourite person?\">Do Border Collies have a Favourite person?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#Can_Border_Collies_be_cuddly\" title=\"Can Border Collies be cuddly?\">Can Border Collies be cuddly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#Do_Border_Collies_like_to_be_picked_up\" title=\"Do Border Collies like to be picked up?\">Do Border Collies like to be picked up?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#How_do_you_bond_with_a_Border_Collie\" title=\"How do you bond with a Border Collie?\">How do you bond with a Border Collie?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#Do_Border_Collies_snuggle\" title=\"Do Border Collies snuggle?\">Do Border Collies snuggle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#What_makes_a_Border_Collie_happy\" title=\"What makes a Border Collie happy?\">What makes a Border Collie happy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#Are_Border_Collies_usually_cuddly\" title=\"Are Border Collies usually cuddly?\">Are Border Collies usually cuddly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#What_is_Border_Collie_eye\" title=\"What is Border Collie eye?\">What is Border Collie eye?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#How_do_border_collies_show_affection\" title=\"How do border collies show affection?\">How do border collies show affection?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-border-collies-show-affection\/#What_does_it_mean_when_a_dog_paws_at_you\" title=\"What does it mean when a dog paws at you?\">What does it mean when a dog paws at you?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_Border_Collies_show_affection\"><\/span>How do Border Collies show affection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Border Collies show their affection by <b>running large circles around their pack. It signals their intense need to keep their family going in the right direction. This behavior is to protect their pack by keeping everyone close and safe from threats.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_border_collie_so_clingy\"><\/span>Why is my border collie so clingy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>1: <b>Give them lots of Mental Stimulation<\/b> Collies are the most intelligent breeds of dog on the planet. Without constant mental stimulation, they can become bored and restless, resulting in clingy behaviors as they try to get you to do something fun with them.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Border_Collies_possessive_of_their_owners\"><\/span>Are Border Collies possessive of their owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Some Border Collies become possessive over toys, food or their owners. The breed has a natural inclination to bond closely with one person. This ability enables the dog to respond and work with its handler  other dogs &#8211; as a team.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_my_border_collie_love_me\"><\/span>Does my border collie love me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can tell your collie loves you <b>if they wag their tail excitedly when they see you! When a collie is really happy, they will wag their tail so hard that their whole back end wags with it! This will probably be accompanied by frenzied licking and jumping up at you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_border_collies_show_love\"><\/span>How do border collies show love?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some common behaviors that prove your collie loves and trusts you include <b>licking or nuzzling you, allowing you to pet them on their tummy, and lying at your feet when it&#8217;s time for bed.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_border_collies_like_to_be_hugged\"><\/span>Do border collies like to be hugged?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The border collie is a smart, loyal and loving breed that simply desires a close bond with their owners and family. While they are very energetic and do require a lot of physical and mental stimulation, <b>they typically remain affectionate and keen to cuddle<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_border_collie_stare_at_me\"><\/span>Why does my border collie stare at me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Root of the Behavior Border Collies are known as workaholics. They are intensely focused on getting tasks done and need stimulation and activity. A Border Collie will stare at you <b>if you are not giving him enough of the action he requires. He needs to have a great deal of stimulation to satisfy his desire to work.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_border_collies_put_their_paws_on_you\"><\/span>Why do border collies put their paws on you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When you are petting your dog, and he puts his paw on your arm or leg, it is kind of like petting you back. While most dogs can&#8217;t do an actual stroking action, laying their paw on you is <b>a sign of affection, closeness and trust This is his way of creating a special bond with you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_border_collie_obsessed_with_me\"><\/span>Why is my border collie obsessed with me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>They feel safer when they are in a group, and so they follow you around because they are instinctively primed to do so. Some dogs are more clingy than others, regardless fo breed. Dogs that come from shelters tend to be more prone to follow their owners, as are dogs who have a history of separation anxiety.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_know_if_your_border_collie_loves_you\"><\/span>How do you know if your border collie loves you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Some Border Collies become possessive over toys, food or their owners. The breed has a natural inclination to bond closely with one person. This ability enables the dog to respond and work with its handler  other dogs &#8211; as a team.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Border_Collies_obsessive\"><\/span>Are Border Collies obsessive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Here are 17 ways Border Collies show affection:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Laying Claim with Their Paws.<\/li>\n<li>Nudging You with Their Noses.<\/li>\n<li>Offering Neck Nuzzles Galore.<\/li>\n<li>Leaning into the Love at Your Feet.<\/li>\n<li>Rolling Belly Up for Pets.<\/li>\n<li>Sneaking by with a Quick Kiss.<\/li>\n<li>Giving the Stare with a Tail Wag.<\/li>\n<li>Gazing Deeply into Your Eyes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Border_Collies_get_jealous\"><\/span>Do Border Collies get jealous?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Collies are emotional beasts and <b>can be prone to jealousy if they feel you aren&#8217;t giving them your full attention. Luckily, collies are also highly intelligent and it&#8217;s easy to manage their jealousy by altering their environment and with some simple training.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_Border_Collie_so_clingy\"><\/span>Why is my Border Collie so clingy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>1: <b>Give them lots of Mental Stimulation<\/b> Collies are the most intelligent breeds of dog on the planet. Without constant mental stimulation, they can become bored and restless, resulting in clingy behaviors as they try to get you to do something fun with them.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Border_Collies_protective_of_their_owners\"><\/span>Are Border Collies protective of their owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Border collies are very protective of their owners. Although they aren&#8217;t aggressive, they protect you in other ways, by putting themselves between you and any danger, by alerting you to anything unusual, and by staying close by at all times.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_know_your_border_collie_loves_you\"><\/span>How do you know your border collie loves you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Here are 17 ways Border Collies show affection:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Laying Claim with Their Paws.<\/li>\n<li>Nudging You with Their Noses.<\/li>\n<li>Offering Neck Nuzzles Galore.<\/li>\n<li>Leaning into the Love at Your Feet.<\/li>\n<li>Rolling Belly Up for Pets.<\/li>\n<li>Sneaking by with a Quick Kiss.<\/li>\n<li>Giving the Stare with a Tail Wag.<\/li>\n<li>Gazing Deeply into Your Eyes.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Border_Collies_have_a_Favourite_person\"><\/span>Do Border Collies have a Favourite person?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>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.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Border_Collies_be_cuddly\"><\/span>Can Border Collies be cuddly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The border collie is a smart, loyal and loving breed that simply desires a close bond with their owners and family. While they are very energetic and do require a lot of physical and mental stimulation, <b>they typically remain affectionate and keen to cuddle<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Border_Collies_like_to_be_picked_up\"><\/span>Do Border Collies like to be picked up?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can train your collie to be more relaxed about being picked up. Always give your dog a verbal cue that they are about to be lifted. Like humans, <b>dogs don&#8217;t appreciate being unexpectedly raised from the safety of the ground. Decide on a word such as &#8216;up&#8217; and say this to your pooch before lifting them.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_bond_with_a_Border_Collie\"><\/span>How do you bond with a Border Collie?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Spend Time With Your Border Collie It&#8217;s how long you&#8217;re doing it for. The best way to bond with your Border Collie is to <b>spend as much time with them as possible. All of these activities are just going to make it a little bit easier to spend time with your dog and put a little more structure into their routine.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Border_Collies_snuggle\"><\/span>Do Border Collies snuggle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>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.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_makes_a_Border_Collie_happy\"><\/span>What makes a Border Collie happy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Border Collies are naturally very loyal and devoted, always keen to please their owners. This attitude transfers into cuddles and affection too! <b>They often never leave their owners&#8217; side and love to snuggle up at the end of an active day.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Border_Collies_usually_cuddly\"><\/span>Are Border Collies usually cuddly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Border Collies are naturally very loyal and devoted, always keen to please their owners. This attitude transfers into cuddles and affection too! <b>They often never leave their owners&#8217; side and love to snuggle up at the end of an active day.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Border_Collie_eye\"><\/span>What is Border Collie eye?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Border Collies show their affection by <b>running large circles around their pack. It signals their intense need to keep their family going in the right direction. This behavior is to protect their pack by keeping everyone close and safe from threats.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_border_collies_show_affection\"><\/span>How do border collies show affection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Border Collies show their affection by <b>running large circles around their pack. It signals their intense need to keep their family going in the right direction. This behavior is to protect their pack by keeping everyone close and safe from threats.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_a_dog_paws_at_you\"><\/span>What does it mean when a dog paws at you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>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.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How do Border Collies show affection?Why is my border collie so clingy?Are Border Collies possessive of their owners?Does my border collie love me?How do border collies show love?Do border collies like to be hugged?Why does my border collie stare at me?Why do border collies put their paws on you?Why is my border&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-19366","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19366"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=19366"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19366\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19366"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=19366"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=19366"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}