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This breed comes in two varieties: The Rough Collie and the Smooth Collie. Most Collies are gentle and easy going, but some are high-strung. Collies are usually cautious with strangers, but they get along well with other pets and children. They're usually barkers and need daily exercise. Some breeders believe the Smooth Collie is more reliable and predictable than the Rough Collie. Otherwise, the two are very similar in personality. The Collie is a herding dog. Herding dogs were originally bred to control the movement of sheep and cattle. While some breeds still work the farmlands, others are used for search and rescue and narcotics detection. When kept as pets, these dogs often try to "herd" their owners by nipping at their heels. If properly trained and exercised daily, herders make excellent family companions. Origin: Great Britian Height: Males: 24" - 26"; Females: 22" - 24" Weight: 50 to 75 pounds Coat: Rough Collie Coat: Straight and rough with longer hair on the chest, stomach, and legs. Brush every other day, daily when shedding. Tail hangs down; ears are a 3/4 prick, with the tops tipping forward. Colors: Sable, tricolor, blue merle, or white with sable, tricolor, or blue-merle markings. Eyes are dark; one or both may be in blue merle-colored dogs. Nose is black. Special Consideration: Collies are susceptible to Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), which can lead to blindess, and congenital deafness in blue merles and whites. Before you buy a puppy, make certain its eyes have been checked by a certified ophthalmologist. Check the hearing of blues and whites by clapping and whistling. |
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