I have a female 6 month old border collie who doesn’t seem to realise when she’s tired. I find she gets to the point just like children were her eyes are red because she’s tired but doesn’t give in. Then as time goes on she gets extremely naughty (I know all puppies are naughty and that she her breed is working dog. I’ve always had border collies but not come across this) and gets to the point where she will growl if you don’t do what she wants. But I know if she just laid down and had a little nap or even just sat down for 5 minutes she would end up in a better mood. I have to put her in the crate for one hour a day to rest and she always comes out in a good mood. How do I get her to realise when she needs rest?
I was told she could be over stimulated and was told to remove most toys and be in calm environment couple times a day to see if it helps but she still doesn’t give in. I usually find she’s really well behaved but tired until 5pm then till bedtime is the worst time of day.
I was also told by my vet to try a calming collar that gives off hormones but it’s not helping sadly.
I’m not sure if it’s something that will just sort itself out or if there’s something anyone can recommend I try.
Thank you
I was told she could be over stimulated and was told to remove most toys and be in calm environment couple times a day to see if it helps but she still doesn’t give in. I usually find she’s really well behaved but tired until 5pm then till bedtime is the worst time of day.
I was also told by my vet to try a calming collar that gives off hormones but it’s not helping sadly.
I’m not sure if it’s something that will just sort itself out or if there’s something anyone can recommend I try.
Thank you
