January 2010

Rocket

Rocket's Success Story will be coming soon!

Update 1/2/10: Maverick enjoyed his first snow with us here. He LOVES to dig in the drifts to see what is underneath. He has been "smiling" at me when he doesn't want to sit, thinking that his ADORABLE smile is going to prevent me from making him sit for something. While it is adorable, he still has to sit. I'm working on putting it on command with him. He's picking it up quite well!

February 2010

Maverick

February 2010

Aspen

Aspen (now Roah) was adopted by Marc and Katie in Chicago.

Roah recently got a new MoKan brother - Ozzie!  They are fast buddies already.  Ozzie has taught Roah to chew which is a good thing according to their mom.  It's helping Roah keep his teeth clean.   The two boys also wrestle and play until they are tired out.  Let's hope Ozzie doesn't teach Roah some of his more mischievious puppy tricks : )  (Pics will be coming soon!)

 

Jade's angels are Jane Thompson and Howard Newby

Jade's energy and love of life are quite contagious! She is smart, athletic and can be quite determined when she wants to be. Jade is only around a year old and still has so much of that puppy-like enthusiasm and playfulness. She loves everyone- men, women and especially children. She is always eager to find a new friend, human or canine. She would really enjoy having another dog to play with her, but she does like to play rowdy so a like-minded companion would be a must. She is very affectionate and loves to snuggle and have her ears and belly scratched and eats up attention, so she would also do well as an only dog.

Because of Jade's energy level and curiousity, she will need a home where she can have plenty of activity and a job to do. She is agile and athletic and would make a great performance dog for agility or other dog sport or as a running partner. In fact, she is so agile that she can easily jump a 4' chainlink fence so she will need a home with a tall or privacy fence or just not left out unsupervised. She does not try to get out of our fence when I'm out with her paying attention but if I don't pay attention she starts looking for a way out. This girl is so smart she gets bored easily and then in typical border collie fashion she starts looking for something to do on her own. I have taught her sit, down, kennel and we're working on wait and leave it. She is learning to respect cats, but sometimes her curiousity gets the better of her. Jade is housebroken and very good in her kennel at night and during the day when I can't supervise her. She also has been herding instinct tested on sheep and has some real potential.

Jade is about 18" tall and 38 pounds. She was found as a stray and the family who found her fell in love with her but found they did not have the time for such an intelligent dog with so much energy. She is spayed and current on all vaccinations and preventatives.

February 2010

Jade

Midge was picked up as a stray in southwest MO along with her puppy, Trip. She's a very petite girl, only 15 1/2" tall and about 25 pounds. Midge is probably only about a year or two old and still has a bit of a "puppy" personality herself. She is very affectionate and loving, but is a bit on the shy side and acts likes she's always afraid she's going to be in trouble. With very little assurance and positive reinforcement however, she is starting to trust people more and gain more confidence. She is eager to make friends with everyone and gives kisses. She has a gentle yet playful soul that is very endearing.

Midge gets along great with other dogs. She is very non-assertive but does enjoy some rowdy play with one of her foster sisters who likes to wrestle. So far she has been totally ignoring our cat and stays out of the way of the older dogs who don't want to play. She is housebroken and crate trained. It seems no one has spent the time to teach Midge anything else, so we are starting to work on some basic commands and she is very eager to please, so I'm sure she'll be a quick student. So far she hasn't shown an interst in toys, but I think she just doesn't know what they are yet.

Watch for updates on Midge's progress as we learn more about her.

 

February 2010

Midge

Midge's Success Story will be coming soon!

We were fortunate to be able to rescue this 2 year old Border Collie from a high-kill shelter, because he clearly did not belong there.  Arrestingly beautiful with a big plume of a tail, Kip is an extraordinary dog in many ways.  Unlike many of his high-drive relatives, Kip is happy just being around someone.  He will happily follow you through your daily chores, go with you on a leisurely stroll without pulling, fetch toys and even drop them gently into your hands when asked.  Kip rides well in a vehicle, either in a crate or in the backseat. He has a good recall and will even leave a running squirrel to come back to you.  He is good with other dogs and cats, and gentle with children.  He has good manners with visitors and is housebroken.  While Kip has issues with being left behind in a crate, he seems to do fine left in the house uncrated.  Nevertheless, he is working on learning to stay in his crate.

Kip is neither treat nor toy motivated; he seems to appreciate a kind word and a belly rub more than anything.  He is trusting with strangers, allowing them to handle his feet, ears, or even take food or a bone from his mouth.

If you've ever wanted a Border Collie for their loyalty, beauty, and smarts-but needed a dog with lower drive-then Kip is the dog for you. 

April 2010

Kip

Kip was adopted by Becky.

Welcoming Kip into our home has been the best decision I have made in a long, long time!  Much appreciation goes out  to all the dedicated people who have helped him on his journey to us..... especially his foster Mom Irene.  Every positive attribute she described about him is true.  She even left some for us to find on our own!  I know he misses her!  To see my daughter and Kip together makes me feel really blessed.  It is like he was dropped straight from heaven directly into her arms.  A Timmy and Lassie kind of friendship is quickly building.  It won't be long before they are rescuing lost kittens out of wells, or something like that!   Our 5 hour trip home from Missouri was uneventful as far as Kip was concerned.  He traveled like he was not even there.  We stopped twice and he made his mark in Springfield and somewhere else along the way.  The rain was coming down in sheets through one part of our journey and I thought, "It is raining cats and dogs; so I picked the best one and am bringing him home!"  Since that trip we have had him in the car to show him off to Grandma, and he traveled without a crate as calm as could be.    
Already we have witnessed his intelligence.  He does everything we ask of him.  I have even experienced him talk (communicate) to me by his actions.  He wanted water so he came over nudged my arm, walked over to his bowl and nosed his bowl, then back over to me..... if that is not talking, I don't know what is!!!!   Monday after school, Samantha had her BFF over to meet Kip.  The two girls played fetch, went for a walk, made I Love Kip posters and then curled up in a blanket to watch a movie.  Kip snuggled his way in-between them and fell asleep.   Currently, we have an upstairs dog and a downstairs dog.  I have taken Daisy and Kip on walks together without any problems, but everything else has been separate.  Today we are ready to go a step further and we will see how it goes in neutral territory.  I don't perceive any major issues.  Believe it or not, Kip is not as much of a push over as you would think.  He won't start anything but he doesn't just submit either.   One more thing I was hoping you might be able to help me with....... Would you be able to contact Laurie Minarcik from Midwest BC on our our behalf???  She lives only about half a mile from me.  She would be a nice connection to have.  We especially would be interested in her recommendation for a local class that Kip and Samantha could join.  I know Laurie is familiar with the trainers in the area.  Word of mouth would be a great way to help find a worth while trainer.  Even if she was willing to e-mail her suggestions that would be great, as we want to figure that out sooner rather than later.   Both Kip and Samantha would have fun with something to work on.   Time to go back to work!  Just wanted to give you a quick note to say.... Kip is doing well!!  

 

Beo is an amazing, smart and beautiful dog. He is approx 4 years old and about 45 pounds. He picks up on new routines very quickly. He knows sit, down, shake, speak, kennel up. He loves to lie at your feet to watch TV, but will go lay on his bed when told. He loves to go for car rides and is at the door at the very sound of your car keys. He is very loving and enjoys the company of people much more than the company of other dogs. He loves to have his ears scratched and his butt rubbed.

 

Beo is a “people dog” and wants to please his people. He LOVES to play ball and interact with his people. He will play catch for as long as you want to. He is house broken and crate trained. He is very well behaved in the house. He walks very easy on a leash and has a great recall.

 

Beo is great with kids and is very gentle and patient with the trainers four year old son when playing catch. He does not herd, nip or jump at children.

 

Beo has a lot of herding instinct and has been working sheep now for over 60 days.  He already has the fetch down and is working well with his trainer. His trainer says he has learned the routine at his farm very quickly.  He has an incredible work ethic. He is a very confident dog, and because of his age his training is going well as he can take more in than a younger dog. He is not your typical high energy border collie. When he's done working he is calm and ready for whatever is next, whether it's playing fetch or just chilling out.

 

Beo needs to be placed as an only dog or or with a happy go lucky submissive female that doesn't mind being herded. He will need an experienced Border Collie home that will have the commitment to give him plenty of exercise on a daily basis and a job to do.

 

Beo is a great all around dog. If you have a small sheep farm and need a great chore dog as well as a wonderful companion Beo is your boy. If your don’t have a farm and you’re looking for that special companion, Beo would be a great fit for you as well. He has been someone’s special dog and would love to spend his days pleasing you. Do you have what it takes to make Beo your special boy?

 

May 2010

Beo

Beo was adopted by Nancy and the Kuemmerleins

Here is what they have to say:

I wanted to let you know that Beo is doing very well. He is one smart dogger! He is developing a routine that meshes well with ours.He doesn't get up too early, but when I'm ready to go, so is he. He lets us know how much he loves to ride in the car, and we've taken him several places. I've been taking him on a 2 mile walk-run  every morning--he's helped me shave some time off my exercise loop!LOL!--And Paul has been spending time throwing the ball with him in the backyard. Beo has been finding balls around the house that we'd forgotten about. Everyone has a scheduled walk time with Beo, so I feel sure he's getting plenty of exercise--and so are we!

He's been gentle or indifferent to the cats; nevertheless, two nights ago they both got into bed with me and slept near my head. They haven't been together in the same space willingly since we brought the new cat home from the shelter last September...so, I guess they decided to bury the hatchet in the interest of mutual security.

Beo is eating well and all the rest. Please tell Travis from us that he's clearly been treated with affection and understanding, and we appreciate everything everyone has done to keep Beo healthy and optimistic.

Beo's angel is Patricia Hermelink

Tavish is a sweet, young gentleman, about three months old.  He is gentle and will let you hold him like a baby and cuddle him as you enjoy your favorite TV show.  With a tilt of his head and a flick of his ears, he shows his curiosity to new things, but seems to be fearless.  What a quick learner, with already mastering housebreaking, sit, and wait. 

Bouncing balls are his favorite toys, but he is so people oriented he loves just about anything that involve attention to him.  His nickname could be "Sidekick" because he is always at my side or at my feet.  His nature seems to be calm yet very playful when called to roust about.  He has one white, socked leg that he waves (a natural action that may be one of his first tricks learned by this smart guy.)

Around other dogs and children Tavish has been such a joy to watch; he truly is a little gentleman.

May 2010

Tavish

Tavish's family

Ozzie and Tavish

I'm a very very busy girl and I must say quite the cutie pie. I have sooo many toys and I try to play with them all everyday. I found this really great thing called the toy box. I can get right inside and find all kinds of really great toys. One of my very favorite toys is a squeaky ball. I throw that ball all over and slap it with my paw to make it squeak. It is so much fun! I love to play tug and squeak my rabbit too.  I also LOVE to rough house with my foster brother Noah. He is much bigger than me, but I can almost take him. We have hours of fun running and wrestling.

My foster Mom says I'm very treat motivated and have already learned how to sit, and can do a pretty good down. I am learning to walk on a leash, which I'm not sure I like so well, but I'm getting used to it. As long as the yummy treats keep coming I will do about anything. I love chasing the cats in my foster home, that is really fun. Sometimes they don't run and hiss at me, so I leave them alone. I wish they would play chase with me. I am very independent and think I am already a big dog. I run out in the yard with my foster brothers and sister and do yard patrol.

I sometimes ignore my foster Mom when she calls me, but I'm getting better at coming when called. You know sometimes a girl just has to check things out. I can run like the wind too and love to play outside with all my toys. Then we go back inside and take a short nap. I don't really like to be held and cuddled on the couch, but I do love belly rubs and kisses, but then I'm ready to get right back to playing with my toys.

I sleep in a crate during the day while my foster Mom is at work, but she comes home at lunch to let me out to potty. I can't hold it all day yet. I am very good in my crate. At night I sleep really good, but still get up once in the night to potty. I am doing pretty good at this house training thing foster Mom talks about too. Sometimes I forget and have an accident, but I'm doing better every day. I have heard my foster brother Noah talk about doing agility. I think I might like to try that some day. It sounds like fun and for a high energy girl like me I bet I could be as good as Noah. I know I will need to go to puppy class sometime, that would be great!! I love to play and the more puppies the better. Well that's what I think anyway. If there is a family out there that would love a high energy puppy that would excel at obedience, agility or other dog sports I'm your gal.

May 2010

Emmy

Emmy was the Cute Puppy of the Week at the Olathe Animal Hospital! Here is what they had to say:

Meet Emmy! This GORGEOUS border collie/aussie mix was adopted through Mo-Kan Border Collie Rescue. She turned 7 months old recently, at which time we spayed her and x-rayed her hips. Although she does have some subluxation of her left hip, we have started her on a course of Adequan to help keep her joints feeling good for many years to come. She has already proven herself to be an amazing dog for her owner, who recently experienced a possible seizure and severe muscle cramping. Emmy alerted her big brother, Buddy, an Australian Shepherd who has been trained to alert her owner as to when a seizure may occur (he couldn’t get to his owner because he was behind a doggy gate, but Emmy’s pacing prompted Buddy to knock it down). She also ran to her owner’s side where she was having a cramp and applied the weight of her body to help. Even after her owner was feeling better, Emmy remained glued to her side. They are lucky to have found each other!

Olathe Animal Hospital 7/10

 

 

Trip was rescued from a local animal control along with his mom. Although mom appears to be a Border Collie we think Trip may be mixed with Australian Cattle Dog.

Trip is full of personality! He is very active and loves toys. He will run around the house carrying them, flip them through the air, pounce and chew on them. He is also quite the little tugger and is learning to fetch. Trip would like to play with other dogs but all our dogs think he’s too annoying!

Trip is also very smart, confident and stubborn. He already knows how to go up and down stairs. He likes to play in the yard by himself sometimes and knows to find his way back up the stairs and to the door when he wants to come in. He will try and grab onto shoes and pant legs while chasing you around the house as well as any other body part he can get a hold of. Although we are working on this Trip will need a home with patient and firm owners.

Trip is working on crate training and housebreaking but is taking some extra time to learn because he is being treated for a urinary tract infection.

I think Trip has a lot of potential as agility dog, frisbee dog, running buddy or other high energy activity and will need to be in a very active family or performance home. A home experienced in border collies or other herding breeds would be helpful.

Update 5/2/10: Trip is now about 4 months old and 20 lbs!  Most of his puppy fuzz has fallen out but he continues to have very striking markings!  He's doing much, much better on crate training and house-breaking but still can't be left for a full working day without a break.  Trip has settled down some around the house but is still looking for an active family and a home with a job.
 
He loves playing with other dogs but will aggravate them as much as he can get away with (pulling tails, pestering napping dogs, etc).  He recently accompanied us to an agility trial and he did great for his first time in such an exciting setting.  He was quiet in his crate, met lots of people and dogs and got practice pottying on a leash.  He also did quite well for his first extended car ride and hotel stay! 
 
Trip has completed his puppy vaccines and will be neutered shortly.

 

May 2010

Trip

HI, my name is Boris and I am a very handsome Border Collie – Australian Sheppard mix.  I got my black and white Border Collie colors from my mom, my thick legs and paws from my dad and my smarts from both of them.   Even though I am still a puppy, I am very well behaved.  I chew on my toys and an occasional stick that I find in the yard but nothing else.  I have my own crate and blankets and I go right into my crate when my people ask me to and I sleep quietly there all night.  When I was younger I had a couple of potty accidents in the house but now I have figured out that the best place to potty is out in the yard.  I love to wrestle with my two step-sisters and I show appropriate respect to my step-brother (who is much much bigger than I am).  I love snacks and belly rubs.

Here are some comments from my foster parents:
Boris has been an absolute joy to foster.  He has such a happy and robust personality and has responded to training with great ease.  He truly has the best traits of both of his breeds and is going to make a wonderful addition to his new family.

He learns quickly and has taken to crate training, leash traing, potty training and basic commands such as sit, stay and leave it.  He likes to be near his people but has displayed excellent recall when he is a distance from us.  He rides well in the car and is always happy to meet new people and other dogs.

 

June 2010

Boris

"The man died one day." It shouldn't have been a surprise because he was old but Max didn't know that. All he knew was that his man was gone and he was sent to the yard where he grieved for what had been. He lost weight until only his bones showed and the light in his eyes dimmed.

Another forgotten dog? Another lost soul? His story could have ended here, but it didn’t.

He was rescued. As he put on weight and his old dead coat dropped from his body this handsome fellow began to emerge. As his body came back to life so did his spirit and his smile that played on his lips when he caught sight of his human. The light in eyes began to sparkle and we got to know the wonderful gentle soul that’s there.

Now he plays with his beloved Frisbee, is learning obedience in the class he is taking and most of all he loves to be with his people. He seems to love everyone even children and is gentle with all. Like many dogs he does better without cats. He gets along with females and low dominance male dogs if properly introduced. He is crate trained and house trained. He loves to take walks and does very well with the gentle leader. He would make a wonderful family pet and even has the type of temperament that would make him a great therapy dog.

Do you have the loving home that Max deserves to have again?

Max's angel is Jo Johnson

June 2010

Max

Max's Success story will be coming soon.

Dart is a gorgeous red and white border collie who is about 2-3 years old. Dart is a sweet boy with a calm demeanor. He crates well and enjoys being with us. He loves toys and fetching the ball in the back yard. He rides great in the car, doesn't mind a bath or getting his nails trimmed.

Dart has finished his heartworm treatment and is looking for a family of his own that will give him all the love and attention he deserves. He would love to just spend time going on walks, chasing a ball or lying at your feet watching tv.

Dart is a sweetheart. If you are upset, he will put his chin on your lap and look up at you asking "does this make it better?"

Dart is a typical border collie and will need activities to stimulate his mind as well as his body. Dart is just fine around our cat. He is showing some dominance around our border collie, therefore, Dart would do best in a single dog home and with older children.

Dart's angel is Jane Avery

 

July 2010

Dart

Dart's family!

Dart is a working dog!

Meet Creek!!!! Creek is a sweet, wonderful boy! He was pulled from the Wichita Animal Shelter as a Border Collie mix puppy. Creek is about 6 mo’s old, up to date on all his shots, is neutered and  has all his adult teeth. He rides great in the car(tether or untethered), walks well on his leash, knows basic commands like sit, stay, lay down and shake. He is crate trained and is almost %100 housebroken (he has accidents when he gets too excited).

Creek likes sqeeky toys, his kong and bones! He plays fetch and is good with recall, but gets bored with it after a while. He loves to play with my aussie mix and gets along well with multiple dogs; but can be very skiddish with aggressive dogs. He’s really laid back and likes to lay around and watch me. He’s very respectful of the house and isn’t very vocal. Creek needs a dominant owner or he will try to be your boss. He is very responsive once he knows his place and wants to be showed love and affection. Creek is very protective of his people and needs some socializing.

Update: 06/25/2010

Creek is now around 18 months old.  He weighs 62 lbs all arranged on a TALL long athletic body. His socialization has gone well and although initially reserved his most favorite thing is to just be with his people whatever they are doing. He is a quiet dog inside and when outside enjoys just being outside exploring and playing without the need of someone throwing a ball or frisbee. He rides very well in the car and gets along well with other dogs especially if they are interested in playing! He ignores cats(they appreciate this.) And he would do well with older children. He is still leaning the finer points of managing that big body of his so might knock over toddlers accidently,
 
 He has just been introduced to clicker training and is quite enthusiastic about this new game offering sits, shakes and lie downs as long as the human wants to play. He takes treats very gently and isn't possessive about toys or raw hides. He still needs to be crated when home alone but his house training has gone well so if he is provided with something to chew on he is quite happy in his Crate.
 
Creek would be a wonderful companion for a family that wanted  their dog to just be a member of their family. And when this big guy lies by you and puts his head in your lap-well that kind of says it all.

July 2010

Creek

 

Chance is a traditionally marked Black/White Border Collie and a stunning 5 year old boy. Chance was released to rescue because of typical intelligent bored border collie behavier. We suggest a fence higher than 4 foot for Chance, as in his previous home, he had a history of jumping. When you are left alone to your own devices, and you are very smart, you go looking for entertainment!

In his foster home, Chance has shown his true colors: a remarkably smart young man, that wants nothing more than to please you and be loved. He is an Obedience school graduate, and loves to show his stuff, and he loves to work for food. He is solid on his voice commands to sit, down and come, and is learning hand signals. Stay does take some work, but he will do it!

It takes some time for Chance to realize he doesn't need to be in his crate all the time when he is in the house, but he is quite comfortable there, and crates well. He loves to play "gotcha" with the other young dogs here. He boot scoots around the trees in the yard, and then dashes to the deck, awaiting the next run. Barking, digging or fence jumping has not been an issue.

Chance has learned to avoid the dog saavy foster home cats. Chance has shown no interest in them

Chance needs an active family, who will continue with his obedience training, and perhaps enroll him in a sport. He would love another dog to play with, and some older children who want to work with a very smart boy!

August 2010

Chance

August 2010

Ozzie

Ozzie was adopted by Marc and Katie in Chicago.

Roah recently got a new MoKan brother - Ozzie!  They are fast buddies already.  Ozzie has taught Roah to chew which is a good thing according to their mom.  It's helping Roah keep his teeth clean.   The two boys also wrestle and play until they are tired out.  Let's hope Ozzie doesn't teach Roah some of his more mischievious puppy tricks : ) 

Ozzie at 6 months!

Tavish and Ozzie