The
Collie is a large dog with a long, beautiful coat. This breed is normally
good with children if they are raised with them. The Collie loves
attention from his family. He is an animated, gentle and sensitive dog.
The Rough Collie is often less active than the Smooth Collie.
Your Collie loves to be with you. If she is left alone she may become
destructive. The Collie likes to greet friends at the door and then find a
nice spot to sit during the visit. Some Collies may be a bit shy toward
strangers, but generally the Collie is a sweet natured dog. Your Collie
will probably do well with other pets.
The Collie may be sensitive to loud noises or a stressful atmosphere.
Collies enjoy happy homes with low stress levels and plenty of attention.
There are some Collies who tend to bark. You may also find your Collie
trying to herd the children of the family!
Training
Collies should be trained with praise and treats. They become
stressed if trained under authoritative or negative conditions.
The Collie is smart and loves to please his family members.
The smooth Collie has more working instincts and will do well with
jobs when training.
Exercise
Your Collie is a large dog who needs moderate exercise. He may
enjoy "herding" outside, and loves to hike, take walks and chase
balls. A Collie needs a yard to play in to be happiest.
Google Square Ad
Grooming
The Collie is a heavy
shedder. Expect to find long hair everywhere. She has a dense,
double coat that needs weekly brushing.
Health
Collies tend to have eye and hip
issues. They may also be prone to seizures, low thyroid, allergies and
skin problems. They will live from twelve to fourteen years.
The
Collie is a large dog with a long, beautiful coat. This breed is normally
good with children if they are raised with them. The Collie loves
attention from his family. He is an animated, gentle and sensitive dog.
The Rough Collie is often less active than the Smooth Collie.