Puppy and Dog Collie Information
The collie is a wonderful family dog. They are available in two varieties, with a smooth finish and with a rough finish. They are generally good with children and other animals and love their adopted family. The most famous car is Lassi. They may not be suitable for an apartment as they need room to exercise. A properly fenced yard would be ideal.
Approximate adult size
The approximate size of an adult (two years old or older) male Collie is 24 to 26 inches at the withers (the highest point of the shoulder) and 60 to 75 pounds. The female ranges from 22 to 24 inches at the withers and 50 to 65 pounds.
Special health considerations
Most dog breeds have certain hereditary health issues associated with that specific breed and the Collie is no exception. Watch out for progressive retinal atrophy (an inherited retinal disease that can cause vision loss and blindness), canine hip dysplasia (a genetically based loosening of the hip joint that can lead to arthritic pain and lameness), and they can be drug sensitive.
This list of diseases is an informative guide only. Other diseases can also pose a significant threat, please contact your veterinarian for a complete list.
She should visit the vet several times in the first year for vaccinations, revaccinations and check-ups. Then, as an adult, she should visit the vet every year for shots and checkups. As she gets older, six years and older, she should visit the vet twice a year for check-ups and vaccinations. I remember; avoid feeding your dog sweets.
Haircut
The car comes in two varieties, smooth and rough. Generally, the outer coat is rough to the touch and straight. The inner fur is soft and dense. She is prone to shedding and needs to be brushed regularly. Brushing will help keep her coat clean and healthy, avoid littering, and help you keep a closer eye on her health and strengthen your emotional bond with her.
Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a week with a toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs. Brushing removes plaque and tartar buildup that can cause tooth decay (rare) and periodontal disease. Periodontal disease in dogs can lead to pain, tooth loss, bad breath and other serious ailments.
Her toenails may need to be examined for growth and trimmed regularly. The nails on the back feet grow more slowly than the nails on the front feet. Generally, a guillotine type trimmer is best for this task and competent instructions for achieving this can be found on the web.
Life expectancy
The collie can live between 12 and 14 years with proper nutrition, medical care and excellent living conditions.
History
The Collie comes from the Scottish Lowlands as a sheepdog. They were first registered by the American Kennel Club in 1885.
Some registers
- Car Club of America
- UKC United Kennel Club
- National Kennel Club NKC
- CKC Continental Kennel Club
- APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc.
- American Kennel Club AKC
- FCI International Cynological Federation
- NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club
- KCGB Kennel Club of Great Britain
- ANKC Australian National Kennel Club
- ACR American Canine Registry
Litter size
6 to 10 car puppies
Category
Shepherding.
Description terms
Intelligent, noble, kind, sensitive, loyal, easy to train, playful, gentle, friendly
SPECIAL GOOD POINTS
- A good guard dog.
- Easy to break.
- Very obedient.
- Highly intelligent.
- It can protect children.
- A great desire to please.
- Easy to train.
SPECIAL BAD POINTS
- Poor guard dog.
- Prone to shedding.
- May suffer in hot weather.
- The nose can burn in the sun.
- Puppies may bite their heels, reverting to herd instinct.
- He can be a barker.
- Heavy strait.
- You don’t have a strong fighting disposition.
Other names known with
Scotch Collie, Lassie Dog, Scotch Collie
Every dog is an individual, so not all of this information may be correct for your dog. This information is intended as a bona fide guideline only.
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