Collie dog

Collie

Size
Large
Height
Males – 24 to 26 inches at the shoulders, Females – 22 to 24 inches at the shoulders
Weight
Males – 60 to 75 pounds, Females – 50 to 65 pounds
Coat
Rough – Long; Smooth - Short
Color
Sable and white, tricolor, blue merle, or white
Energy
Medium
Activities
Herding, Tracking, Service/Guide Work, Search and Rescue, Agility, Obedience, Conformation

Graceful, swift and strong, the Collie has been a favorite of shepherds in Scotland and England for centuries. A highly intelligent and protective breed, the Collie is particularly affectionate with children, making him a loving family dog. There are two varieties: The Rough-Coated Collie has a beautiful, long coat, and the Smooth-Coated Collie has a short, dense coat. Both types need moderate exercise.

Did you know?

The earliest illustrations of Collies are found in The History of Quadrupeds by Thomas Beswick dated around 1800. Queen Victoria kept Collies at Balmoral Castle in Scotland, sparking interest in the breed among the wealthy elite. The Collie was made famous in the 1950s on the television show “Lassie.”

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