I adore your Border Collie. They are the smartest dogs around. My I just ask that you please please please consider getting a mixed breed dog as your second dog? If Shelters are too devastating for you, there are many "NO-Kill shelters" out there where you do not have to feel guilty if you don't find the right dog on any given day.

You could plan a family trip to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary which is in Southern Utah. It is located near many beautiful national parks Ie. The North Rim of the Grand Canyon and Zion...so it would be a two fold experience. Most hotels in the area are dog friendly so that your dog could come and meet his future friend.

Very Truly Yours

A Fellow dog lover