Collie

elegant, affectionate, attentive

105,800

dogs in the archive

Welcome to the Collie Breed Archive, a place for Collie lovers, breed enthusiasts and pedigree addicts.

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Country of origin: Great Britain
Breed group: Sheepdogs and Cattledogs - Group 1 (FCI); Pastoral Group (KC); Herding Group (AKC)

Size: medium/large
Coat: rough or smooth
Colour: merle, black, sable
Life expectancy: 12-15 years

Kind, easy to train and attached family companion with excellent manners and also eager to please in dog sport actions.

After the world wars the Collie regained popularity due to the fictional character Lassie, a female Rough Collie featured in literature and films.

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