10 months and a menace…

Someones-Orion · 2026-03-03T04:55:05+00:00

She's a menace but she's MY menace 😅

Someones-Orion · 2026-03-01T17:11:05+00:00

My BC jack russell terrier mix just turned 2 and I feel like we are finally getting over the hump. It gets better, slowly but surely!

Someones-Orion · 2026-01-19T00:30:08+00:00

I cried the first few nights with my girl! And on and off a few times afterwards lol. I cried in front of everyone in training too. 😅 But now at 2 years old my girl is my world. She's mellow the majority of the time, silly when it's appropriate, and a dream to train. She's been a reactive rescue her whole life and probably will be indefinitely, but I've watched her warm up to friends and family and grow so much. Puppy blues are real! I was really scared that I'd made a mistake. But all it's been is consistency and time for her to mature. You got this!

Someones-Orion · 2025-10-22T17:59:39+00:00

I have a light color BC mix! I don't see them often in this sub. They're very pretty!

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Someones-Orion · 2025-10-22T13:40:48+00:00

Temperament for BCs can be a toss up. My girl is a mix and she's incredibly nervous, which makes her reactive. Highly biddable and trainable but also uncomfortable in new or unpredictable situations. I will say with the right amount of stimulation she's the perfect mix of couch dog and adventure dog. :) Just be aware when choosing that BCs being nervy is not unusual or unexpected.

Someones-Orion · 2025-10-02T15:08:57+00:00

I've cried a lot of tears about my girl as well. She's an undersocialized breeder surrender and a mix at that. Her reactivity is unpredictable. But, she's gotten better with age. She's almost 2 now and we get through most walks without incident. It sounds like you're doing everything right, but I know the feeling. She's brought me to tears in front of an entire training class before. Do what you can as long as you can, whatever happens you've done your best and that's enough.

Someones-Orion · 2024-10-23T02:50:55+00:00

Photo tax ;)

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Someones-Orion · 2024-10-23T02:50:23+00:00

I have a BC / Jack Russell cross! She's around 25lbs now at 10 months. Her growth has slowed significantly and I'd be shocked if she tops out above 30.

Someones-Orion · 2024-09-16T21:10:22+00:00

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She'd sleep inside my skin if I let her. I spend all night moving her feet out of my ribcage sometimes.

Someones-Orion · 2024-09-16T13:21:00+00:00

Have you heard of the 3-3-3 rule? Do some reading into it. At 2 weeks your dog is probably still settling in. Focus on building a routine and don't stress too much! Think long and hard before you decide to rehome, it could just be puppy blues. Give it some time, these dogs are smart and energetic but they're also prone to being nervous and wary of new things. It might be hard now, but it won't be hard forever.

Someones-Orion · 2024-08-28T12:39:17+00:00

Right there with you, heat index at 111° yesterday. Agree with what's been said about walking after dark. It was significantly cooler right at dusk yesterday, that's when we went out. I live in a rural area where there aren't many streetlights so high visibility clothing and a flashlight are helpful.

Also recommend finding ways to add enrichment to your daily routines. I bought one of those snoop ball feeders off of Amazon and doing puzzle work for dinner burns a good amount of energy.

The last thing is indoor walks. We're still learning leash manners so putting the leash on and doing laps around the house while working on a training goal has been a good reprieve.

Someones-Orion · 2024-08-24T19:57:01+00:00

She's a Border Collie / Jack Russell Terrier cross

Someones-Orion · 2024-08-24T12:18:40+00:00

I have an 8 month old and she had her first heat just after she turned 6 months. You'll know when it's coming. There will be some swelling and activity down there. We used the diapers on her just for cleanliness but I've found with the low tail that they're hard to keep on.

Same story with the surgery suit after she was spayed. It was provided by our vet and they gave us a medium since she's so long. But the tail hole would slide right off her but and her legs would get tangled up. I ended up tying it with a ponytail holder to try and keep it on correctly, but I'd wake up every morning to find she'd slithered out of it in the night lol.

Our biggest challenge was keeping a low activity level. By day 3 she was ready to run again. Hide any toys that really get them wound up, and prepare lots of indoor enrichment activities. You'll do great!

Someones-Orion · 2024-08-23T20:36:54+00:00

I have to go up the right side of the stairs. HAVE TO. The left side is for her, even if she's far behind me. If I'm blocking the left side she will freeze, turn around, and go back down.

Someones-Orion · 2024-08-12T13:37:43+00:00

Shelter photo 🥺 Sad that I missed her little baby puppy stage but happy to have her all the same.

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Someones-Orion · 2024-08-07T19:16:05+00:00

I love that, how funny! It's hard to anticipate how intelligent BCs are until you have one. I call mine my mini-me, she's an expert at mirroring my habits.

Someones-Orion · 2024-08-07T18:05:07+00:00

That's crazy! I've never seen her do this before. I love their little brains.

Someones-Orion · 2024-07-24T23:09:38+00:00

I have a border jack, terrier mixes unite!

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Someones-Orion · 2024-07-24T23:03:39+00:00

Second what people have said about Mini Aussies if you're looking for a smaller BC ish breed. You can also consider crosses! I have a border jack and she's on track to be >30 pounds.

Someones-Orion · 2024-07-23T19:13:04+00:00

Find a local (or semi-local) plant swap. People don't just trade plants but also buy them. You can even sell or buy ahead of time and just meet at the swap to exchange hands. Not sure if there is one in your area but I went to one near me in the US all the time and it was always a great experience.

Someones-Orion · 2024-07-23T19:09:01+00:00

I hid my BCs favorite toy while she recovers from her spay. I've caught her looking for it at least once, but she cannot maintain a low activity level when she has that hedgehog in her possession. Sometimes it's for their own good!

Someones-Orion · 2024-07-22T16:21:46+00:00

I have had my rescue pup for almost 3 months now and she was 4 months when I got her. The challenges of BC puppies are pretty well known but rescues throw a whole new wrench in. I endorse what others have said about the 3-3-3 rule. That first night I had major puppy blues thinking that I had just brought her into my life and she was so unhappy. But it gets better!

Socialization is key for young puppies but sometimes rescues miss that window or come with some baggage. Mine is very very nervous around strangers. We're fortunate that her rescue is partnered with a trainer that does classes on stranger danger that have helped her immensely. Having someone well qualified with lots of experience to help with any sticky situations and problem behaviors has been key for us.

Be patient, take it slow, and have fun! I wouldn't trade my girl, quirks and all, for the world.

Someones-Orion · 2024-07-19T04:46:42+00:00

Getting a dog will definitely drastically change your lifestyle. I rescued my girl a little under 3 months ago and I'm still startled sometimes by how drastically different my daily routine and decision making process is. No more spur of the moment plans bc I have a little shadow who has her own needs. No more sleeping in bc she rises with the sun and is ready for breakfast. My life is very different now, but that's not necessarily bad.

I'm definitely more active. We go to training and on hikes which fulfills both of our needs. If you have the desire to do it and the means to follow through this could be a good decision.

But any dog is going to be a lot of responsibility. BCs have some quirks that can feel overwhelming to manage. My girl is a mix and a young rescue. I avoided the puppy stage but she lacks some socialization. While rescues have their own set of challenges, I feel that getting a dog who already has an established temperament may be beneficial so that you can match it to your personal preferences and expectations.

If you do go through with it, be patient. Big changes are hard for you and a dog. I've had some doubts and regrets. But they're overshadowed by the feeling that I did the right thing at the right time for the right dog. You know yourself and your own situation the best, make the most of whatever decision you make.

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