Quote by Jane Siberry

I brought a Border Collie back home to Vancouver from Wales - where some of my ancestors are from - and needed to challenge him in other ways than just being my pet. So I investigated sheep herding and took a few lessons, and decided I was probably learning more than my dog!

I brought a Border Collie back home to Vancouver from Wales

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their desire to engage their Border Collie in activities that go beyond being a simple pet. Being of Welsh descent, they brought their canine companion from Wales to Vancouver. Curious about sheep herding, the speaker decides to take lessons and found themselves surprised by how much they were learning alongside their dog. This explanation highlights the speaker's motivation to provide their dog with intellectually stimulating experiences and the unanticipated personal growth that resulted from their shared pursuit.

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By Jane Siberry

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