The Border Collie is a barking breed. They are easily visually stimulated which is often why they bark so much. They will bark at anything that moves quickly, such as bikes, skate boards and the like. ... With the Border Collie breed, you also have the strong herding instinct and that just adds to the problem.

How do I get my Border Collie to stop barking?

Give your pup's 'speak' command, but the moment he starts to bark, tell him to be "Quiet!" in a firm, no-nonsense tone. Patiently wait for your pup to stop barking. The moment he finally stops, praise him and give him a treat. Repeat this to help your pup associate the command with the action and the reward.

Do Border Collies make good house pets?

Border Collies can make good family pets, but only for those dogs that do not have the intense herding instincts and for the families prepared to deal with the ramifications of this behavior. ... A child running across the backyard or out the front door is, to the dog, a sheep that has decided to break from the fold.