Collie

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.

Color: Collie puppies are available in many colors such as sable and white, tricolor, blue merle and white. White ones are preferred with markings.

Nature: Smart with natural herding and protective instincts, Collies love being organized. Active, cautious, proud, gentle, eager to work and mild-mannered Collie adores family companionship. It needs gentle and loving training using positive reinforcement techniques. It can adapt itself to both country or city lifestyle but can be little stubborn sometimes. It is sensitive to trainer's voice and gets along well with children and other household pets if socialized properly.

Grooming: Periodical brushing will keep the smooth-coated Collie fluffy and glossy while the rough-coated Collie needs brushing and combing every consecutive day but daily brushing is required, when it is shedding.

Exercise: Collies need daily walk or jogging on leash or running around and playing to keep fit and happy.