ThunderstruckCollies

ThunderstruckCollies Thunderstruck Collies is a preservation-minded collie program focused on health, temperament, and correct type.
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Our program includes AKC, UKC, and CAN CKC Champions. Puppy details, health testing, and availability are shared via our website.

06/04/2026

🚨 TNN: Thunderstruck News Network 🚨
Tonight’s top story:
Doorbell Crisis.

🐾 Training Isn’t About Perfection — It’s About Consistency 🐾One of the biggest mistakes people make when training a dog ...
06/03/2026

🐾 Training Isn’t About Perfection — It’s About Consistency 🐾

One of the biggest mistakes people make when training a dog is expecting results from occasional effort.

Dogs learn through repetition, consistency, and clear expectations.

Five minutes every day will often produce better results than one long training session once a week.

Whether you’re working on:
✔️ Recall
✔️ Loose-leash walking
✔️ Grooming manners
✔️ Crate training
✔️ Basic obedience
✔️ Show training

The secret is the same: be consistent.

Dogs don’t automatically understand what we want. They learn by practicing the same behaviors over and over until they become habits.

Small daily efforts add up to big results over time.

What is one thing you’re currently working on with your dog? Let us know in the comments! 👇🐾


06/03/2026

🚨 TNN: Thunderstruck News Network 🚨
Tonight’s top story:
The Treat Jar Crisis.

🎉 CH Thunderstruck’s SRF Moon Goddess “Luna” received Select for a 5 pt major under judge Patricia V. Trotter to finish ...
05/31/2026

🎉 CH Thunderstruck’s SRF Moon Goddess “Luna” received Select for a 5 pt major under judge Patricia V. Trotter to finish her Grand Championship (pending AKC) just two days after her 3rd birthday, earning the title with only three show weekends and all major wins. We are incredibly proud of this special girl and grateful to Judge Trotter for recognizing her virtues. ❤️✨

05/30/2026

Glasgowhill’s Heart of Glass, “Miley” received winners bitch today for a 3 pt major under Mrs. Vicki Seiler-Cushman. Thank you for recognizing her virtues. Miley is 3 pts away from finishing her championship.

05/28/2026

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Construction Inspector On Site 😂”

05/27/2026

And they say Smooth Collies don’t shed! 🤣

🦷✨ Let’s Talk DOG TEETH ✨🦷How often do you actually check your dog’s teeth? 👀Do you give dental chews, bully sticks, che...
05/26/2026

🦷✨ Let’s Talk DOG TEETH ✨🦷

How often do you actually check your dog’s teeth? 👀

Do you give dental chews, bully sticks, cheese chews, brush teeth, or just wait until the breath gets bad? 😂

One thing many people do not realize is that bad breath in dogs is often caused by plaque and tartar buildup along the gumline — and by age 3, many dogs already show signs of dental disease.

Things I personally watch for:
• Yellow/brown buildup on teeth
• Red gums
• Bad breath
• Heavy tartar near the back molars
• Reluctance to chew certain things

I personally use a lot of preventative maintenance with chews and routine checks, and because I work with dogs regularly, I can usually spot buildup before it becomes severe enough to require extensive dental work.

That said, some dogs will still eventually need professional cleanings — and for Collie owners especially, anesthesia and medications should always be handled carefully due to MDR1 sensitivities seen within the breed.

Dental health is one of the most overlooked parts of dog care, yet it can impact comfort, eating, and overall health more than many realize.

So let’s hear it… 👇
What’s your dog’s favorite dental chew? 🦴🪥

⚠️🐾 The Difference Between Off Leash and Out of Control 🐾⚠️Yesterday while we were out boating, we brought Miley along w...
05/26/2026

⚠️🐾 The Difference Between Off Leash and Out of Control 🐾⚠️

Yesterday while we were out boating, we brought Miley along with us.

Miley is one of those dogs that can calmly go anywhere — nursing homes, public places, crowded events — and simply exist peacefully beside us. She’s steady, socialized, and trained to listen.

Whenever we bring the dogs boating, we also bring everything they need: life jacket, water, bowl, cooling mat, shade canopy… honestly probably more packed for the dog than ourselves. 😂

While Miley was laying quietly under the canopy beside my husband, as our daughter built Sandcastles, she was also on a leash next to us. Earlier in the day, before more boats arrived, she had been off leash enjoying the beach with us at our side. But once the area became busier with unfamiliar dogs and busy people, we clipped her leash back on because situations can change quickly.

Another boat arrived nearby, and a dog jumped off without a leash and immediately began running around the beach with very little response to its owners calling it back.

The moment the dog noticed Miley, it locked onto her and came charging directly toward us, aggressively barking with its tail carried high and stiff, despite repeated yelling from its owners to come back.

Before it reached her, I stepped directly in front of Miley with my arms up and loudly yelled “Hey! Back!” at the dog while holding my ground.

Thankfully, the dog turned away before anything escalated.

What stood out to me most was Miley’s reaction. She stayed calm and positioned herself protectively near my daughter instead of reacting back.

For the next hour, the same dog repeatedly rushed toward other dogs while the owners struggled to regain control of it. Eventually, they finally put the dog on a leash.

At the same beach, there were also off-leash dogs with excellent recall, attentive owners, relaxed body language, and respectful behavior around people and other dogs. There were puppies on leash with owners paying close attention to them as well.

That difference matters.

Not every dog in public spaces is automatically “friendly,” well-socialized, or under control simply because someone says they are.

Whether you’re at a beach, dog park, campground, trail, or walking through town — always pay attention to body language, surroundings, and approaching dogs. Sometimes stepping in early prevents a situation from becoming a dangerous one.

Responsible dog ownership is not just loving your dog.It’s managing your dog

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55 Golden Eagle Ferry Road
Golden Eagle, IL
62036

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Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 9pm
Sunday 9am - 9pm

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+16184012226

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