Collie Puppies for Sale

Are you looking for Collie puppies for sale? Below are details on Scotland’s most famous herding dog.

General Appearance

The Collie is well known, made famous by the ‘Lassie’ movies and television series. The Collie is recognized by its large mane of hair, its long flowing coat, and long nose. The more common version is the Rough Collie, which has the long coat, but there is also a lesser known Smooth Collie, which has a short coat. The Collie stands 22 to 24 inches and weighs between 50 and 75 pounds.

Temperament

This is an alert, intelligent breed with few health problems. It strives to please its owner and is particularly gregarious. Collies are steady in temperament and rarely aggressive toward people or other dogs. This breed enjoys human company and makes an excellent family dog. It also has a great sense of direction, and Collies will travel long distances to find their way home.

Is a Collie Puppy Right for You?

Collies were long raised to herd, and although they are almost always companion dogs today, they are a working dog at heart. For this reason, it is essential that a Collie is exercised on a regular basis. This smart dog enjoys plenty of mental stimulation. Its coat requires regular daily brushing to keep from matting.