A collie is a distinctive type of herding dog, ultimately
originating in Britain, especially in the upland areas
of the north and west. It is a medium-sized, fairly
lightly-built dog with a pointed snout, and many types
have a distinctive white pattern over the shoulders.
Collies are very active and agile, and most types
have a very strong herding instinct.
Collies are always alert and are active and agile.
The fur may be short, flat, or long, and the tail
may be smooth, feathered, or bushy.Working collies
are extremely energetic and agile dogs with great
stamina, well able to run all day without tiring,
even over very rough or steep ground.
Collie
Collie Dog Breed
Collie is most often used to refer solely
to Rough Collies rather than the collective
grouping of all collie breeds. In this
case collie refers to the breed of "Rough
Collie" dogs.
Collie Dog Classification:
Rough Collies are herd dogs.
Other Names: Scottish Collie,
Long-Haired Collie, English Collie, Lassie
Dog, Rough Collie, Rough-Haired Collie,
Origins: Rough Collies were initially
bred to herd sheep in Scotland.
Description: Collies are medium
to large size dogs. Collies have long,
very prominent, narrow nose, semi-errect
small tipped ears, with a thick bushy
tail, and feathering.
Size: Collies weigh between 35
to 75 lbs , they stand 21 to 26 inches
tall at the shoulder.
weight
height
Male
45 to 75 lbs
22 to 26 inches tall
Female
35 to 65 lbs
21 to 26 inches tall
Coat: Rough Collies have gorgeous
long double coats, with thick glossy fur
and feathers, as well as a thick mane
at their throat. The Rough Collie's coat
color is sable, mahogany sable, shaded
sable, tri-colored, blue merle, and sable
merle.
Disposition: Collies are intelligent
and friendly dogs that enjoy working.
Collies are good family dogs and known
for their loyalty.
Type Dog: Collies are herd dogs.
Litter Size: Rough Collies give
birth to litters of 6 to 10 puppies.
Behavior: Collies are mild-mannered,
sweet dogs that are easy to train. Collies
are protective of their families. They
require a firm hand in training, or they
can become willful, and stubborn.
Traits: Loyal, responsive, sweet
natured,
Country of Origin: Great Britain
- Scotland
Life Span: Rough Collies typically
live 12 to 15 years.
Club Recognitions: FCI, AKC, ANKC,
CKC, KC (UK), NZKC, UKC
Rough Collie
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