Say “hello” to Ellie, a 24#, 4-month-old sweetheart. Ellie is smart, social, and loving. Her foster mom describes her as “perfect!”. Curious, confident, and independent, Ellie also loves her people. She loves doing things with her people and then having a good cuddle afterwards. She’s very cuddly!
JACK is a fluffy puffball senior border collie looking for a soft landing spot with a loving family that will pet him and love on him. We figure JACK is about 11 years of age. He is a long-haired rough coat that weighs in at about 47 pounds. He gets along with the other dogs in the house but doesn’t engage with the adult dogs when they want to play. He is mostly paired up with our 18 pound puppy Coral (also available). They love hanging out together, cuddling during down time, and traveling about the yard during play time. They really enjoy playing bookends to their foster dad, jumping up on the couch to join him for ballgames and pets (not necessarily in that order).
Meet Squid, a 26 pound, 6-month-old smooth coat sweetheart. He’s loving, smart, and he likes to please. What more could you ask for? Squid is an easy-going pup with a medium energy level. He is confident and calm in new situations, and he loves people and other dogs. Squid is such a nice guy that he easily shares his toys with his dog friends. He loves to play and run with the other dogs in his foster home, but he can also entertain himself with his favorite crinkly toys and chew bones. Heck, he’s even good with cats! When he’s done playing, he is happy to rest quietly.
Meet Willow! Willow is an approximately 5-month-old puppy weighing about 23 pounds, and she’s the perfect mix of adventurous and affectionate. With her beautiful black-and-white rough coat and bright personality, she’s sure to capture hearts wherever she goes.
Sadie is an approximately one-year-old border collie mix weighing in at a perfect 23 pounds—an ideal size for all of life’s adventures. Whether it’s neighborhood strolls, weekend outings, or patio brunch, Sadie is ready to be your sidekick.
This sweet little sea soul is an absolute darling of a girl. At 17 lbs and 6m, CORAL is out to steal your heart. Her smooth, soft white coat is highlighted with black spotted markings just emerging throughout her long body and cute ears. CORAL also has that signature border collie mark over her left eye. She came in with her brothers Marlin and Squid, but were separated about a week ago (you may have seen their preview post) and all are thriving.
JUNI is a 1-year-old, 36# spayed female, who thinks she is a puppy. She is sweet & happy to meet people, even at the vet’s office. She loves to go for a visit at her friend Amanda’s house, zooming all around that yard, stealing toys she finds hidden in the garden, & snuggling on the couch after a good romp. This girlie loves to snuggle!
ADOPTION PENDING
Say “hello” to Birdie, a 15#, 13-week-old border collie girlie, who is ready for her next big adventure. This little girl is up for anything. Go to the vet? Sure, she’ll chase her lotus ball around the vet’s chair until she finds the treats inside. Visit her foster mom’s workplace with elevators, stairs, a bunch of new people, and on a day when it’s pouring rain outside? Sure, no problem: by the end of the day, she was assistant to the college publicist and had a bunch of new friends. Visit big dogs? Sure: let them try to catch her! Birdie is confident, social, curious, independent, and absolutely and hilariously lovable. It goes without saying that she’s a smarty pants, too!
MAPLE is a darling little 20lb border collie mix and just shy of one year old. She was named MAPLE after her coloring but turns out it is even more fitting than that because she is also as sweet as MAPLE syrup. First and foremost, MAPLE aspires to be a lap dog and lucky for her (or you) she is small enough to be just that! She loves nothing more than cuddling up on a blanket next to somebody, but if that is not an option her next place of choice would be somewhere simply comfortable and warm.
AMADOR (“M” for short) is ready for his forever home. This lovable, loving boy is 3 years of age, 60 Pounds, and as kind and gentle as they come. He loves people, dogs, and even cats. He has been an excellent guest, so please read more about him and let us know if this is the boy you have of your dreams.
**ADOPTION PENDING**
Say hello to Fiona! She is a 1-year-old, red tri-colored, 40#, border collie mix with a lovely medium length coat. Fiona’s favorite thing is her person, followed by toys, treats, and other dogs. Fiona wants to be with her person and will follow her foster around the house and settle at her feet or nearby. She loves to play with toys and will flip them around and make her own party!
**ADOPTION PENDING**
Introducing “MISS MABEL.” Every NCBCRA adoption is special, but here is an opportunity to adopt a truly exceptional little girl. Miss Mabel is a beautiful blue and white smooth-coated border collie, weighing 28 pounds and standing about 17” at the shoulder. She is estimated to be about one year old. She is a well-balanced, muscular little girl with brown inquisitive and curious eyes. Miss Mabel is incredibility social and playful once she gets to know you in familiar surroundings. She is goofy, fun, extremely energetic, sweet, and very curious. She loves to explore the yard on her own, yet mostly stays within eyesight of her humans when outside.
Adopted – Meet LAD, or Aladdin if he’s in trouble, but he’s never in trouble. This spunky, rough coat, black and white border collie will turn heads everywhere he goes. LAD is between 1 and 2 years old and roughly 40 lbs. He has more freckles than you can count and if that doesn’t make him unique enough then check out his 4 paws that have all been dipped in black.
Meet GEORDIE — your handsome adventure partner and social butterfly.
Go ahead and swipe right — GEORDIE’s the total package. This 1 year old, 40-pound Border Collie mix (possibly McNab x Border Collie) is smart, funny, slightly sensitive, and absolutely ready to make your life more fun. GEORDIE is the full Border Collie experience — clever, athletic, affectionate, and deeply loyal, all wrapped in a great sense of humor.
Introducing our foster dog LOKI. Our vet thinks he is about 4-years-old, although you’d think he was still a pup by the way he acts. He weighs a lean & healthy 40 lbs. & sports a gorgeous short, easy-care, minimum-shed coat.
ADOPTED
Hi everyone! I’m Onyx, and I was born August 8, 2025. I absolutely love people and think snuggles are one of life’s greatest joys. I’ve got classic Border Collie energy, so I’m always ready for an adventure—walks, hikes, training games, and exploring new places.
OBSIDIAN aka SID, Born August 7, 2025 • Border Collie Mix • Male
Meet Sid, the big-hearted goofball of the Gems and Treasures crew with one grey eye and one blue eye! At just eight weeks old and already 19 pounds, this boy is growing fast and promises to be a big, huggable adventurer when he’s all grown up.
JET, Born August 8, 2025 • Border Collie Mix • Male
Meet Jet, the thoughtful explorer with a heart of gold. He’s a perfect blend of curious, cautious, and cuddly.
Meet beautiful, VEGA, a tall and lean 35 lb tri-colored border collie mix girlie. Vega has a low maintenance smooth coat, and ears that are bound to hear everything. Estimated to be 2-years-old, VEGA has outgrown the puppy stage and is simply seeking someone of her own.