What a great trade. I purchased a border collie three years ago. She is the best dog ever. I cannot imagine her not being in my life. I am glad I got her after I retired, as she needs a lot of attention and a job to do. Hers is to make sure there is a ball at my feet constantly. It does not matter whether I am cooking, ironing or just watching tv.
Someone told me to put a bell at the back door, show it to her and then take her out to go potty. I put a wind home low enough for her to ring it. I took her over to it, rang the bell, opened the door and took her out. Then we went back in and did it again. After coming in the second time, she went over and rang it on her own and I opened the door. She learned that was all it took to let her out. Potty training complete!
Have fun with your dog. You will love it.