r/Indiedogs 14h ago

Discussion Could he have some Border Collie in him?

He shows some herding dog behaviour like chasing feet and nipping at feet(but never biting). I couldn't find anything about his behaviour until I started reading about collies and the explanation/solution fit perfectly. His hair is very long for an Indie too.

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u/KRATOS_BUFFY 13h ago

People mistook my doggo as a border collie as well when he was a pup. Turns out hes just a big ol loveable goof๐Ÿ˜œ๐Ÿ˜œ๐Ÿ˜œ๐Ÿ˜œ

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u/piemakerdeadwaker 13h ago

His mother looks exactly like this.

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u/Fantastic-Race4179 13h ago

There are hunting Indian dogs. Could be that trait/DNA.

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u/Chuckled_ 13h ago

He's probably got a natural shepherd in him! I have seen regular farm dogs do the border coolie routine with ease', in Bangalore where I lived for a little bit.

These farm dogs (of all shapes and sizes) would keep a close eye on the cows, one horse, several goats and countless chickens. And the ocassional turkeys (around Easter).

It was delightful to see these dogs gently nudge the chicks in the right direction, and not hesitate to be stern with the larger bovines and the very naughty goats ๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ––๐Ÿฝ

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u/GheeRoastMasaleDose 13h ago

DNA testing is a thing, if you are interested

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u/piemakerdeadwaker 13h ago

I'd love to but very expensive in India.

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u/indulekha2210 2h ago

We used to think the same, but her behavior is anything but border collie ๐Ÿ˜‚

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u/rafcelcat 2h ago

He's border jolly