Collie
Devoted, graceful, and intelligent
Devoted, graceful, and intelligent. The Collie is a loyal family dog with a gentle nature and strong herding instincts.
Breed Statistics
Compatibility Overview
Personality & Temperament
The Collie is gentle, loyal, and highly attuned to its family. They are intelligent dogs that respond well to training and tend to be excellent with children. Their herding background means they can be alert and vocal, but they are not aggressive. Collies thrive on companionship and do not do well when isolated. They are well suited to active families who can provide regular exercise, mental engagement, and consistent human interaction.
Daily Exercise
Moderate (45–60 min)
Recommended daily activity to keep this breed healthy and happy.
Known Health Conditions
- Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
- Multi-Drug Resistance Mutation (MDR1)
- Hip Dysplasia
- Epilepsy
- Dermatomyositis
- Bloat (Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus)
- Hypothyroidism
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