We recently took on an 18month old Border Collie with a horrendous bac catalogue of failed homes and rescue centres (5 other homes and 2 rescue centres before us in 12 months )
History of nipping in very specific circumstances but otherwise a smart little unappreciated gem.
All going well after 3 weeks no issues but one interesting thing.
When patting he rolls over for tummy rubs and likes to gently grip the sleeve of the arm not patting him.
Doesnt feel at all threatening ....just interested in the ‘why’
Also on a slightly more disconcerting note he likes to rub closed teeth against your hand....side or front... Very gentle and slow but ...um..hmm...yes disconcerting.
Any thoughts?
History of nipping in very specific circumstances but otherwise a smart little unappreciated gem.
All going well after 3 weeks no issues but one interesting thing.
When patting he rolls over for tummy rubs and likes to gently grip the sleeve of the arm not patting him.
Doesnt feel at all threatening ....just interested in the ‘why’
Also on a slightly more disconcerting note he likes to rub closed teeth against your hand....side or front... Very gentle and slow but ...um..hmm...yes disconcerting.
Any thoughts?