Under normal circumstances, many dogs quite like the feeling of being held. Most dogs will excitedly jump up when they see their owners coming. But why do Border Collies (detailed introduction) dislike being held so much? What is the reason?

Why Do Border Collies Especially Dislike Being Held?

         Actually, most dogs do not like being held, but when puppies are just born, not only can they not hear with their ears, nor see with their eyes, their only way to perceive the world is through touch. Mother dogs often lick their beloved pups with their tongues, and owners frequently hold the puppies to give them a sense of security and to familiarize them with this new world. However, when Border Collies grow up, some become averse to being held because, in their understanding, hugging is an action where the other party presses their body onto them, which is a dominating act. If it is the owner, the dog is willing to be dominated, but if a stranger tries to hold them, many dogs are unwilling.

Why Do Border Collies Especially Dislike Being Held?

         So, in order not to show submission, generally speaking, the larger the dog, the less willing they are to be hugged. On the contrary, small breed dogs enjoy being cradled in their owner's palm. Of course, if the owner holds the dog in an incorrect way, it can easily make the dog feel uncomfortable and naturally reject hugging. Therefore, a Border Collie at home disliking being held is a very normal physiological phenomenon related to each dog's personality.

Why Do Border Collies Especially Dislike Being Held?

          Especially since Border Collies are a relatively smart breed with very high intelligence and strong emotional perception. If you make them uncomfortable, Border Collies will be more likely to avoid being approached, let alone being held.