I love border collies. Their intensity, energy, loyalty and intelligence simply amazes me.
In a previous post I introduced my love of these amazing canine companions, but now it's time to update everyone on how our very own border collie puppy, Oreo has become a really important part of our family.
Introducing Oreo
Here's our black and white border collie, who simply loves soccer.
And here she is!
All grown up!
Do I remember those puppy days?
Remember? Will I ever forget?
She was into everything.
Nothing was off limits.
But who could be mad at such a contrite cutie?
Whenever you hear tell a border collie has energy,whatever you may imagine that energizer level might be,just double it in your mind.Hey, go ahead and triple it.If a border collie is not kept busy, mischief is in store.
But lucky for us we soon discovered our dog LOVES soccer.
She's the best goalie in our house!
She dribbles! Well, kind of! I'm afraid she keeps bursting my son's soccer balls.
She's great at headers.
She even scores!
Call me a crazy dog mom, but I believe she understands the concept of goals.
And after the game, a good old cool down is in order.
What do you mean star soccer players can't nap on the couch?????
Don't worry! I wasn't napping.
I've been herding flies just for you.
Hope everyone enjoys the finals of the World Cup today. I'm not sure if Oreo will be shouting for Argentina or Germany. May the best team win.
Thanks for following my recipes and ramblings.
Slán agus beannacht,
(Goodbye and blessings)
Mairéad -Irish American Mom
Pronunciation - slawn ah-gus ban-ock-th
Mairéad - rhymes with parade
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Sheila
So cute. Love your photos of your border collie.
Irish American Mom
Thanks Sheila. She is full of energy, and even herds my kids.
All the best,
Mairéad
Mary
I love border collies too. The toilet paper fiasco is so funny - love the puppy look of shame.
Irish American Mom
Mary - Definitely a guilty expression. Thanks for checking out my border collie photos.
Best wishes,
Mairéad
Cheryl Barker
Love your twist on crazy soccer mom -- instead, crazy dog mom. So cute! 🙂
Irish American Mom
Cheryl - My crazy dog has turned me into crazy dog mom. I cannot even begin to describe the energy this border collie has. I'm so thankful she is trained to stay in her crate when we are out of the house, otherwise I think I would return to half chewed couches and coffee tables.
Hope you are enjoying this wonderfully mild summer.
Best wishes,
Mairéad
Austin
Aw Oreo is so cute! I've never tried playing soccer with my border collie! I'll have to try it sometime 😀
Irish American Mom
Hi Austin - Border collies are such agile dogs. It's lovely to watch them move and their focus is amazing. Oreo still loves to play soccer with my kids.
All the best,
Mairéad