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Collie (Rough)
Large Breed
A noble breed, the Rough Collie is sweet and loyal and frequently the winner of hero competitions, living up to the standard set by the famous Lassie books.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Great Britain
Weight
Males 27-32 kgs / 60-70 lbs; Females 23-30 kgs / 50-65 lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males 56-61 cm / 22-24 ins; Females 51-56 cm / 20-22 ins (standards may vary)
Coat
The outer coat is straight and harsh to the touch with the undercoat soft and very close fitting to the skin. Mane and frill very abundant, legs well-feathered and tail well-covered in hair.
Markings
Sable, sable and white, tricolour and blue merle. Some are found with rich tan around legs and head and white markings on body and neck.
Lifespan
Above average 12-15 years
Intelligent and playful the breed does not only make a fantastic family companion but also an excellent working dog with an ability to take on a variety of different roles. Their beautiful coat is long and silky and has helped to make up the fan club that it has now achieved.
Temperament
An intelligent breed with an intensely loyal streak, one Rough Collie travelled 2,000 miles to find his family after he became lost. They are excellent with children and, though they may display some herding behaviour as puppies, this is something that they grow out of as they mature. They can be stubborn and it is best to train them gently as they will not respond to a firm, abrasive approach.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
A loving breed that has proven to be popular with many families due to their intelligent and loyal nature, along with their love of children. Their beauty is unmatched with a flowing coat, which gives them the elegant look that has made them a royal favourite.
- Makes a wonderful family pet and is excellent with children
- Makes a good show dog
- Can be a good guardian and watchdog
- Happy in most climates
- Good for Novice owners
- Relatively inactive indoors
- Some trimming and stripping is needed along with extensive grooming
- Not recommended for apartment living
- Best with at least an average sized yard
- Prone to Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Collie Eye Syndrome, hip problems and lameness