20 Border Collie Cuties and their Pawdorable Pupper Jobs

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Laurent Shinar • Writer and Editor
Jun 17, 2026 7:30 PM EDT

Border Collies are known as some of the most hardworking puppers on the planet. Meaning that even when they have no sheep to herd they are still on the look out, hungry for a job to sink their teeth into.

And by the good grace of the pupper pawrents of Reddit we have this cute collection of sheep dogs and the delightful, dumb, and inspiring jobs that they have taken upon themselves now that they are out of a legitimate job. There are some truly perplexing positions taken up in the Border Collie community, with more than a few opting to herd the family cats and attempt to control their movements like some sort of home security guard.

The problem being that their so-called livestock simply do not respond to being herded, and when their patience with the pupper grows thin… we can leave the rest up to your imagination. So we implore you to kick back and relax for a few marvelous moments as you embark on this howlarious jaunt of doggo jobs.

 

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  • 01

    Finally someone is taking neighborhood security seriously.

    Neighbourhood watch. He must know what they are doing at all time
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  • 02

    She is a true Puptrepreneur,

    Macie bootlegs tennis balls at the dog park. She gets them for free (from me) and then hustles them to other dogs at the park. She has more in her retirement account than I do!
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  • 03

    It is rather lovely when puppers take on the tough jobs that no one wants.

    She's the official chickie booper!
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  • 04

    Pawfessional Hawk Shooer, what a title.

    She watches our chickens. We have a few hawks around and luckily she will chase them away
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  • 05

    Some jobs are more societally beneficial than others…

    Mine has given herself the job of FLY LEAPING every time anyone goes within 5 feet of her leash!
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  • 06

    Finally someone willing to pick up the slack at the kids park while all the kids are at school.

    Tetherball hog. He's 11 now and has been playing since he was a puppy. Some days he would stay at the park for 2 hours playing by himself or with any kids that showed up.
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  • 07

    We would trust this pair with the safety of our front door.

    Guardians of The Realm. Protectors of The Domain. Heralds of All who come to the door.
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  • 08

    Well, this one seems a little backwards, but it is still a job…

    Certified rabbit wrangler. Said rabbit is completely unfazed except when demanding food. Then she enlists the dog's help to raise h until she's fed
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  • 09

    If the hoomans are not going to be standing around all day minding the pigs then someone has to do it.

    Mine also declared themselves Watcher Of The Pigs! irge arge
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  • 10

    A very useful skill for anyone who has spent painful minutes trying to open a knot you made in a plastic bag.

    The knot detangler. All ropes may not have knots. Even the other dog's rope toys I have to reknot all the time
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  • 11

    “What do you mean you aren’t going to be herded? It’s what I do!”

    My friends BC annoyed the cats refuse to be herded.
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  • 12

    Apparently John Wick’s dog went on to live quite the vengeful life as well…

    Rodent control. If you are a mole, mouse, chipmunk or squirrel get ready bc my girl Carmen will find you and your family.
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  • 13

    Is there a more magical morning helper than his hero?

    Herding coffee beans in the grinder and then come to wake me up.
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  • 14

    Gotta do something to pass the time.

    Squirrel duty on rainy days.
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  • 15

    Thankfully to mind someone you do not need their consent…

    Cat minder. He adores her, she does not consent
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  • 16

    There are plenty of things that you simply have to do even though you do not like them, but you do not usually choose those things for yourself.

    My IS chose to be a lifeguard even if he does not like to swim...
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  • 17

    If we were a squirrel our tiny knees would be shaking.

    Trying to scare squirrels by standing
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  • 18

    This is one diligent and dedicated doggo, ensuring his feline siblings haven’t been up to no good while ensuring the security of his pawrents’ land. What a legend.

    2 jobs. First job: Herding three cats-will not allow entry to house without a "sniff down" inspection. Like "whee have you been?" Second job: chasing turkey vultures and airliners off our five acres.
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  • 19

    Seems as though Border Collies without sheep to herd will immediately turn their attention to cats…

    Cat herder here. Loves following and staring at the cat!
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  • 20

    Well thank goodness for Auggie, how else would we know when fall begins?

    CAN WAKE UP It won't let me upload the picture but Auggie is the "Town Crier"! He promptly, boisterously, and aggressively notifies us if ANY leaf drops, blows, twinges in our yard!
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