Dog Breed Profile: Collie
Country of origin: Great Britain
Bred for: Multi purpose farm dog, used to herd, drive and protect livestock
Group: Herding
Color: Sable; tricolor (black with tan markings on head and legs); blue merle (mottled or marbled blue-grey an black, sometimes with tan markings on head and legs)
Life span: 10 to 14 years
Grooming Needs: Brush weekly
Coat: Rough or smooth coat with harsh outercoat and abundant undercoat
Size: Males 24 to 26 inches tall, 60 to 70 pounds; females 22 to 24 inches tall, 50 to 65 pounds
Temperment: Dignified, sensitive, friendly and loyal
Training: Highly trainable
Energy: Moderate
Children: Good with children
Compatibility with other dogs: Good with other dogs
Health Concerns: Collie eye anomaly (an inherited eye syndrome), drug sensitivity
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