| UK KC Classification |
Pastoral |
| Country of Origin |
UK |
| Date of Origin |
1800s |
| Height |
51 - 61 cm (20 - 24 inches) |
| Weight |
18 - 30 Kgs (40 - 66 lbs) |
| Life Expectancy |
12 - 14 Yrs |
Main Characteristics
Rough Collies are intelligent, alert and active dogs. They have a long, straight top coat and a soft, dense undercoat. They can be sable, sable and white, tricoloured or blue merle.
Temperament
Rough Collies are happy, friendly dogs.
Suitability
If you are considering a Rough Collie as a pet, consider the following points:
They are usually ok with children
They thrive in cold climates
They can suffer from excess heat
They are easy to obedience train
They need a lot of physical exercise
Interesting Facts
Rough Collies are also known as:
Collie (Rough Coat)
Scottish Collie
Scottish Collie Long Haired
Collie
One of the most famous Rough Collies is Lassie who is a character that has been in numerous films, television series, a radio programme and has been the subject of many novels and non-fiction works. Lassie is one of the few animals to have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
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