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Welcome to Border Collie Rescue
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and build up a network of

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2019 Entries Now Open!

ENTER AT http://www.cyclechallenge.co.za

The not-to-be-missed Telkom Mountain Bike and 947 Cycle Challenge returns

Save the dates : 10th and 17th November

Pledge now reduced to R2200 per rider to help with the economic times.
Our 2019 package includes:
Team Border Collie Rescue Cycling shirt – earlier start time for 947 Cycle Race (great for first timers!)
–ย  Hospitality tent at the finish including snacks and drinks
– Pawesome en route supporter station for 947 Cycle Race
– Prizes for first home /highest amount raised
– Riders Goodie Bag!

All enquiries can be sent to

Gill at [email protected] or 082-493-6639

Elsie at [email protected] or 082-441-9646

Adopt

Visit with our pets ready for adoption. Come meet your
perfect match today!

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Events

Come out and support one of our fun events while doing a good deed!

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Donate

Every little bit counts!
Your generous donation helps collies most in need.

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Volunteer

You can help collies we would otherwise not be able to facilitate!

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Are you looking for a new companion?

View our featured pets and all our animals ready for adoption!
ANNA

ANNA

Anna is an 18 month very gentle female collie cross, she is a little nervous of strangers at first but...

SIR CONNOR

SIR CONNOR

Sir Connor is an older boy around 10yrs old, found as a stray and unclaimed Sweet old thing but nervous...

DUG

DUG

Duggy Dug is a special boy! Needs someone who knows dogs, gets the mad zoomies when you give him a...

SWEETPEA

SWEETPEA

Sweetpea is about 15 months old, mum was BC, dad ACD Good with dogs, lived with lots of them, super...

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Recent News

DLSHCC HIGHLAND CHAMPIONSHIP GATHERING MAY 31st 2025
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DLSHCC HIGHLAND CHAMPIONSHIP GATHERING MAY 31st 2025

Border Collie Rescue will be here! ๐Ÿดโ€โ˜ ๏ธ DLSHCC HIGHLAND CHAMPIONSHIP GATHERING ๐ŸŽถ ๐Ÿ“… Saturday, 31 May 2025 Get ready for...

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POP UP MARKET SATURDAY 24th MAY RANDPARK
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POP UP MARKET SATURDAY 24th MAY RANDPARK

Come join us for a pop up Book MarketSaturday 24th May, 35 Lambert Avenue, Randpark09h00 to 13h00Fundraiser for BORDER COLLIE...

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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat Saturday August 2nd, 17h00
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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat Saturday August 2nd, 17h00

Weโ€™re taking a block booking for the dazzling production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Pieter Toerienโ€™s Theatre...

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Upcoming Events

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Month
Week
May โ€“ November 2025 May โ€“ Nov 2025
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May
24
Sat
POP UP MARKET AND BOOK SALE SATURDAY 24th MAY @ 35 Lambert Avenue
Tickets
May 24 @ 9:00 am โ€“ 1:00 pm
POP UP MARKET AND BOOK SALE SATURDAY 24th MAY @ 35 Lambert Avenue

Come join us for a pop up Book Market
Saturday 24th May, 35 Lambert Avenue, Randpark
09h00 to 13h00
Fundraiser for BORDER COLLIE RESCUE
Hand painted Ceramics, Stained Glass, Plants, Sourdough Bread, Dog Treats and Soft Toys

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May
31
Sat
DLSHCC Highland Gathering 31 May 2025 @ De La Salle Holy Cross College
Tickets
May 31 @ 9:00 am โ€“ 6:00 pm
DLSHCC Highland Gathering 31 May 2025 @ De La Salle Holy Cross College

Border Collie Rescue will be here!

๐Ÿดโ€โ˜ ๏ธ DLSHCC HIGHLAND CHAMPIONSHIP GATHERING ๐ŸŽถ
๐Ÿ“… Saturday, 31 May 2025

Get ready for a bagpipe-blazing, kilt-twirling, foot-stomping good time! The DLSHCC Highland Championship Gathering is back, celebrating our rich heritage with thrilling pipe band battles and spectacular highland dancing competitions.

๐ŸŒŸ Why You Canโ€™t Miss It!
๐ŸŽต Epic Pipe Bands & Highland Dancing โ€“ Experience the electrifying sound of the pipes and the rhythm of tradition!
๐Ÿ” Foodie Heaven โ€“ A feast of flavours from top-notch food vendors!
๐Ÿป The Legendary Beer Garden โ€“ Raise a glass and soak in the vibe!
๐Ÿซ– Relaxing Tea Garden โ€“ For a touch of elegance and a sweet treat!
๐ŸŽช Family Fun โ€“ A vibrant market, kidsโ€™ entertainment, and surprises galore!
๐ŸŽผ Massed Bands Finale โ€“ The grand highlight of the day, filling the air with spine-tingling music!

๐ŸŽŸ Tickets available now via QUICKET and KARRI! ๐ŸŽŸ
Grab yours here!

๐Ÿ’ณ This is a CASHLESS event โ€“ bring your cards & digital payments!

Join us for an unforgettable day where tradition meets excitement! See you there! ๐Ÿ€๐Ÿฅhttps://www.quicket.co.za/events/308890-dlshcc-highland-gathering-31-may-2025/?ref=dashboard-qrcode#/

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Aug
2
Sat
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat @ Pieter Toriens Theatre at Monte Casino
Tickets
Aug 2 @ 5:00 pm โ€“ 9:00 pm
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat @ Pieter Toriens Theatre at Monte Casino

Weโ€™re taking a block booking for the dazzling
production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor
Dreamcoat at Pieter Toerienโ€™s Theatre at Montecasino
โ€“ and you can join in for this fantastic show!

Saturday, 2nd August
17h00 showtime
Prices from R375pp – R475pp
This spectacular Andrew Lloyd Webber musical is
bursting with colour, energy, and timeless songs you
wonโ€™t be able to stop humming – โ€œAny Dream Will Do,โ€
anyone?

Whether youโ€™re a musical fan, looking for a fun night
out with friends, or just keen to support BCR in style,
this is your chance.

Tickets will be available soon via Gill โ€“ so keep an
eye on Facebook and WhatsApp groups! Seats are
limited and itโ€™s going to be technicolor-tastic, so donโ€™t
miss out.
If you want to RSVP so long email Gill at
[email protected]

All proceeds support the rescue, care, and
rehoming of our beautiful Border Collies.
Because every dog deserves a happy ending, and
every supporter deserves a standing ovation!

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Nov
8
Sat
947 10km MTB Challenge @ Steyn City
Tickets
Nov 8 all-day
947 10km MTB Challenge @ Steyn City

We are back in 2025! November 16th for the Ride Joburg November 8th for the 10km MTB November 9th for the 50km MTB Riders will get a better start time, riders goodie bag and a BCR Cycle Shirt, be part of our team for the camaraderie and on course support too! ##RideJoburg

We just ask you to pledge to raise R2000 rand to help the collies in return. Enter at http://www.ridejoburg.co.za
Our race code is COL637
then get hold of Gill to check races registration.
The MTB riders need a SAS seeding board and the 947 riders need a Faces timing chip.
All to be ordered when you register to ride

Welcome to Team BCR! Our 2025 package includes: Team Border Collie Rescue Cycling shirt โ€“ earlier start time (great for first timers!) Hospitality tent at the finish including food and drinks Pawesome en route supporter station Great Prizes for first home/longest day/highest amount raised Riders Goodie Bag! All enquiries can be sent to Gill at [email protected] or 082-493-6639
#RideJoburg

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Nov
9
Sun
947 50km Mountain Bike Challenge @ Steyn City
Tickets
Nov 9 all-day
947 50km Mountain Bike Challenge @ Steyn City

We are back in 2025! November 16th for the Ride Joburg November 8th for the 10km MTB November 9th for the 50km MTB Riders will get a better start time, riders goodie bag and a BCR Cycle Shirt, be part of our team for the camaraderie and on course support too! ##RideJoburg

We just ask you to pledge to raise R2000 rand to help the collies in return. Enter at http://www.ridejoburg.co.za
Our race code is COL637
then get hold of Gill to check races registration.
The MTB riders need a SAS seeding board and the 947 riders need a Faces timing chip.
All to be ordered when you register to ride

Welcome to Team BCR! Our 2025 package includes: Team Border Collie Rescue Cycling shirt โ€“ earlier start time (great for first timers!) Hospitality tent at the finish including food and drinks Pawesome en route supporter station Great Prizes for first home/longest day/highest amount raised Riders Goodie Bag! All enquiries can be sent to Gill at [email protected] or 082-493-6639
#RideJoburg

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Nov
16
Sun
947 Cycle Challenge @ FNB Stadium
Tickets
Nov 16 all-day
947 Cycle Challenge @ FNB Stadium

We are back in 2025! November 16th for the Ride Joburg November 8th for the 10km MTB November 9th for the 50km MTB Riders will get a better start time, riders goodie bag and a BCR Cycle Shirt, be part of our team for the camaraderie and on course support too! ##RideJoburg

We just ask you to pledge to raise R2000 rand to help the collies in return. Enter at http://www.ridejoburg.co.za
Our race code is COL637
then get hold of Gill to check races registration.
The MTB riders need a SAS seeding board and the 947 riders need a Faces timing chip.
All to be ordered when you register to ride

Welcome to Team BCR! Our 2025 package includes: Team Border Collie Rescue Cycling shirt โ€“ earlier start time (great for first timers!) Hospitality tent at the finish including food and drinks Pawesome en route supporter station Great Prizes for first home/longest day/highest amount raised Riders Goodie Bag! All enquiries can be sent to Gill at [email protected] or 082-493-6639
#RideJoburg

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