> Other dogs I have personally experienced seem totally fine to do things with you, but also totally fine to be off by themselves, or to do nothing at all. I'd

> Other dogs I have personally experienced seem totally fine to do things with you, but also totally fine to be off by themselves, or to do nothing at all. I'd like to highlight this for prospective dog owners who are reading this and are are thinking about Border Collies. Border Collies are generally very fond of being with their owners. Some of them might get destructive when they feel abandoned, but even for those who can stay alone at home for some time: imagine what it feels like to sit in a featureless room (with no smartphone), having a highly active mind and simply having to wait... Some dogs revel in lazing about whilst their human is out socialising or doing whatever. Some Border Collies can bear it, but in my experience, it's always detrimental. They are not convenience dogs.