Collie refers to various breeds of herding dog originating primarily in Scotland. The exact origin of the name is uncertain, although it probably originates in Early Scots col(l) (coal), meaning black.
Collie (rough-coated)
Dog Breed Group Herding Dogs Origin of Breed Scotland, herding sheep Life Expectancy 12 Years Color Sable and white, tri colored and blue merle Coat Dense and abundant, straight outer coat, ...
Collie Temperament
A well balanced, sociable, and intelligent breed, the Collie is a dog that makes an excellent family pet, offering a good natured personality, plenty of affection and devotion, and bags of loyalty for the right owner.
Collie Skills
The rough-coated Collie is descended from herd dogs that are known to be dedicated and hard-working.
Collie History
Collies have existed in Scotland and northern England as long as there have been shepherds. For generations, Collies were used for herding cows and sheep, and their masters did not keep breed records.
Collie Temperament
The Collie is one of the most popular breeds in America today due to its gentle, soft-mannered, and devoted nature. It is very loyal to its owners and to its family.
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Description
A lovely, active, and agile, long-coated sheepdog made famous by the movie star, Lassie. The lean, blunted, wedge-shaped head gives an impression of lightness. The top of the head is flat. The face is chiseled.
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Almost every child wants to own Lassie, the wonder Collie. Unfortunately, if the child really expects one dog to be that incredible, a Collie puppy may be a bit of a disappointment.
Collie Appearance
The modern Collie of both Rough and Smooth varieties are available in four distinct colors. Sable and White dogs are generally the most recognizable, the choice of the Lassie television and movie producers.
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The absolute origin of the Collie is unknown, but they have existed for centuries as herding dogs in England and Scotland.
Collie's Behavior
Recommended for: hunting, pets
The Collie breed is known for its hard-working qualities even compared with other working breed dogs. Collies always seem to want to have something to do.
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Collie (Rough) Stats
Country of Origin: Great Britain.
Group: Herding
Use today: Herding trials
Life Span: 10 to 14 years
Color: Four recognized colors: Sable and white, tri-color, blue merle, and white.
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Breed Type: Herding
Weight: 60 to 75 lbs for Males, 50 to 65 lbs for Females
Height: 24 to 26 inches for Males, 22 to 24 inches for Females
Coat type: Available in both rough and smooth coat varieties.
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The Collie is an active and loving herding breed. A long time favorite family pet, this breed requires regular exercise and grooming.
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The sweet, intelligent, and loyal Collie is a Scottish legend.
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The name Collie refers to a breed of herding dog originating in Scotland, the origin of the name is uncertain, although it probably originates in Older Scots (coal), meaning black.
Collie (Smooth or Rough)
Colley ~ Scottish Collie ~ Scottish Sheepdog Family: Canidae
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Collie Description
The Collie is a large, lean, powerful dog. The top on the skull is flat as well as the eyebrows are arched.
Collie
Alt Names: None
Country of Origin: England
History: Unfortunately, the Collie's exact origins are shrouded in obscurity. It has been the subject of much research and speculation. The word "Collie" is as obscure as the breed itself.
Collies are herding dogs that originated in England, especially in the upland areas of the north and the west.
Collie makes reference to many races of dog, that they have like Scotland origin. The exact origin of the name is uncertain, but it thinks that cabbage can come from the early Scot (l) (coal), that means black.
Collies have two coat types: Rough and smooth
AKC Height: Ideally, dogs 24 to 26 inches; bitches 22 to 24 inches. Color: Sable and White, Tri-color, Blue Merle, and White.
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Collies need regular exercises and activities to keep them busy. Collies can be car chasers, so exercise them in safe areas. Most Collies can jump over a five-foot fence so additional measures will have to be taken to keep them safe.
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The Collie has two coat varieties: a smooth-coated variety with a flat and short outer coat, and a rough-coated variety with a harsh, straight and long -- more so on the ruff and mane -- outer coat.
The collie is an active, lithe, strong dog that combines strength, speed and grace. Its gait suggests effortless speed as well as the ability to change speed and direction instantly, as required in herding dogs.
Overview: The Collie is known for his elongated muzzle and coloration. This breed is very intelligent and keen on working as this is a herding breed. Great with children of all ages, providing the dog is well trained and properly socialized.
History: All varieties of Collies come from Scotland where they were used in the Scottish Lowlands as a hard working sheepdog. Before that, Collies were thought to have been brought from Iceland 400 years before.
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Collie Eye Anomaly
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA) is a congenital, inherited eye disease affecting Border Collies, but is sometimes mistaken for conjunctivitis and sometimes affects other breeds involving the retina, choroid, and sclera.
Collie Recommended Maintenance
The smooth-coated variety of the collie needs very little coat care: occasional brushing is all that is needed. The rough-coated variety takes considerably more time to keep the coat looking its best.
Rough Collie
Beautiful, sweet and loveable guardian (other names: Scottish Collie)
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Scotch Collie is the name originally given to the two types now often divided into Rough Collie and Smooth Collie.
Border Collie
A Border Collie is a hard-working herding breed of dog that originated in the border country of England and Scotland. Border Collies are highly intelligent herding dogs.
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Pedigree Points
Recognized: ANKC, CKC, FCI, KC (GB), KUSA
Height: Dog: 21 in (53cm) Bitch: slightly less
Weight: 30-45 lb (13.5-20kg)
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Bearded Collie Temperament
Bearded Collies are energetic, affectionate and smart. They require a great deal of physical activity and are quite boisterous, especially when young.
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Collies are very sociable dogs and excellent with children and other pets with whom they are raised. Over- and uncontrolled- breeding of the Collie has led to hyper-tension, so get your Collie from a reputable breeder.
Collies may be the best known and loved of all dog breeds in this country. People still read the Collie books written in the 1920s and '30s by Albert Payson Terhune, and everyone knows, loves, and glorifies Lassie of book, movie, and TV fame.
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Border Collie
The Border Collie is a hard-working, herding dog that was originally from the British Isles. It is an intelligent and fast-moving farm dog. This energetic and dedicated collie efficiently rounds up sheep for farmers.
Border Collie
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breed of medium-sized, sheepherding dog developed in the British Isles. It stands about 18 in. (45.7 cm) high at the shoulder and weighs from 30 to 45 lb (13.6-20.4 kg).
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The Border Collie is a well balanced, medium-sized dog of athletic appearance, displaying style and agility in equal measure with soundness and strength. Its hard, muscular body conveys the impression of effortless movement and endless endurance.
Dog Breeds - Collie (Smooth)
Place of Origin:Scotland Life Expectancy:10 - 12 Years Colour:The universally accepted colors are sable (Lassie's color; can be light gold to deep mahogany), tricolor (mainly black with tan markings), ...
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Breed Information:The body of the Border Collie is slightly longer than it is tall, and has a long tail that should never be carried over the dogâE"s back. There are two coat varieties that are permissible for the Border Collie.
Description: The Bearded Collie is a hardy active dog, with an aura of strength and agility characteristic of a real working dog. They are stable and self-confident, showing no signs of shyness or aggression.
 See also: Border Collie, Hip Dysplasia, Retriever, Smooth, Australian Shepherd
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