Collie

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.”