A happy post about my border collie

[CollieDug]

First an apology: I hate boasting and I realise that I’m being hugely hypocritical as this is boasting but I’m just so pleased!

There was an online Collie show. I don’t show my dog and don’t intend to however the had novelty categories one of which was best action shot. I got first prize. My border collie just loves jumping into water and this photo captures his enthusiasm perfectly.

I’m sorry to boast but I do love my dog and know there are lots of dog people on here who will hopefully understand!

[Ludo19]

Beautiful dog and an amazing photo! Well done xx

[RiaRoth]

Fantastic and the best prize to win the action shot and dogs doing what they enjoy. He is loving life!

[HeronLanyon]

Brilliant. And what a great idea online dog show.
I’m sure he might want a small treat even if he doesn’t exactly need one ?

[KitMarlowesCodpieceOfthigh]

That's a lovely photo! Congrats, OP :)

[BiteyShark]

Congratulations 🥳.

Lovely photo.

[CollieDug]

Thank you for your lovely messages!

His prize for doing well, of it was his choice, would be for me to take him to water and throw some more balls/stones/seaweed/sticks for him to chase. I think chasing balls etc ranks ahead of food in my dog’s world! (We is a first for me as precious dogs have been very food driven!)

[Mindymomo]

Well done from another border collie parent.

[Thisismytimetoshine]

Well done!

[OhMsBeliever]

Boast away! He's lovely, what a great photo.

[Ellmau]

That is a fab photo!

[Tootletum]

I do so love border collies, if I had the time I'd get another. Lovely picture.

[CollieDug]

@Tootletum - aren’t they the most endearing dogs? So so loving yet so spirited. I cannot believe the difference mine has made to my life. He’s only 22 months too. But yes any dog needs time - I’ve had to wait 25 years to get a dog when finally I had the lifestyle to accommodate him.

Thank you for everyone’s kind comments and for allowing me to boast. It’s really made me smile.

[DramaAlpaca]

What a fantastic photo!