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Our pup is now 11 weeks old. We haven't wormed him since we got him at 8 weeks. How often should they be wormed? What is the best wormer to get? Just one form the supermarket? Thanks.

Let us know hoe Kintala goes, would love to do tracking perhaps once our GSD finishes lvl 7 at ADT.... Are they picky with breeds as Cosmolo asked? I am not sure if Kintala are picky with breeds. This will be my first pup. I just rang and advised I was getting a little border collie and they were fine with that. We don't start for a few weeks, but will let you know how we go!.

When I get my little border collie in a week -we are going to go to Kintala Puppy School in Heidelberg. They are supposed to be fantastic and you get one on one teaching. My Breeder recommended them. Usually a bit of a waiting list but give it a try and see if you can get in.

Ok will definitely buy a crate. Am I right in guessing that the wire ones are better than the material kind? When pup comes I will have it sleep inside in the crate. How often will should I get up to let it out to the toilet?

[ at 8 weeks in the middle of winter maybe inside would be a better idea for a couple of months. the pup will have had all of her litter mates and mum for company and warmth at the breeder. mine sleep inside in covered crates so they have their own little dens. As for the possums I doubt they will hurt the pup but the pup constantly barking at them is a possibility that is another reason mine sleep inside we have possums and fruit bats and the dogs would chase and bark all night if i let them. also agree with everything delta said re training and bonding. They make their own fun if you don't keep them interested. but the benefits of such a active smart breed is well worth it IMO. the more training and time you put in the easier it is for you in the long run. Thanks for your piece of advice. Did your borders sleep in the crates as puppies? Which types of crates are best? The canvas or the wire? They aren't the most attractive pieces of furntiure are they?.. We don't have a massive back yard and the dog will be outside during the day while we are at work. Do plan to take it to off leash parks and walks everyday if not twice a day. We live near by lots of parkland. Dogs are ok by themselves during the day aren't they? even in a small backyard? Sorry for all the questions....

Thanks for your post Delta Charlie! So you think he will be alright with the big scary possums when he is just 8 weeks old? I have already enrolled in puppy school and will be spending lots of time with pup. I will come and join the sub breed forum too!

Hi, We are getting a new Border Collie pup in the next couple of weeks. I have been reading through a lot of the posts and just wanted to enquire whether many people leave their pupps outside (with a Kennel of course) at night and during the day. We plan to have the puppy inside with us when we are at home but outside at night and during the day. Also we have quite a few big possums (which I don't like) roaming around our neighbourdood at night and am concerned about the pup outside at night while they are around... The breeder has told me that the pups are already sleeping outside. Would love to hear your stories and thoughts.