99% of Rough Collie Owners Don't Know This

[@mattiaswellhag3358]

My blue merle collie, Lemmy, is today 13,5 years old… he’s had a full life, working with me for 10 years+ and now is a senior, just being at home, enjoying his last months in life… No hearing, almost blind, bad balance, arthreitis, the whole nine. He’s been the joy of my life since 3 weeks old and I’m sooo thankful for our years together. Such a gem!!

[@voiceofreason7856]

I bet 99% of Rough Collie owners noticed the other breeds you slid in there, like definite Collie crosses, and a few Shetland sheepdogs ?

[@Trail_Rides_and_camping_Trips]

yep. i know EVERY collie type and some of theas furry friends are not roghs. or collies for that matter.

[@robdixon5016]

We have 2 big girls. 65 and 72 lbs. They are so beautiful and friendly. Ive always loved how pretty they are when they are brushed and clean.

[@michaelschaefer1904]

I had a rough collie for 12 years. Even though her death was quite traumatic and slow, she was very graceful through it. She was a Barker but not aggressive at all. She's a great watchdog.

[@harpgal9950]

My boy just hit 76 pounds. Big boy! And oh, the barking. He takes his job very seriously, keeping things out of our yard - cats, birds, rabbits, etc. don't stand a chance. But he loves humans and watches over my chickens and bunny to keep them safe. On the downside, he has a strong desire to herd and chase trucks, bikes, golf carts, etc. and since we live on a corner, it can be annoying. The UPS truck is his nemesis. A fenced yard is a must. Also, keeping up with the coat is extremely important. Don't listen to those who say they only brush every few weeks - more like every other day or the coat will mat up in certain areas, needing to have them cut out.

[@chrissiebawn9357]

Our collies growing up! Echo and Rory, then their pups! LOVE LOVE LOVE 😀❤🙏🌍🕊

[@jabbarmuhammad]

Beautiful looking rough collies

[@BethBarreto-r9q]

I love collie dogs ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@WrestlingStarTrekGuy]

Collies are the best breed ever 🐕 Reason being that's what my dog Ted is

[@Trail_Rides_and_camping_Trips]

its like the gingal got to collect them all! also im hear to give my littlle farm gal her best farmin life!

[@funfan515]

Our biggest boy, Benny is 95 lbs . He is a lap puppy , who doesn’t like to go out, unless, he sees the leash 😆😆😆

[@funfan515]

It’s adorable and useful to share with everyone all these interesting information. But if you have collies, and love them, it’s also worth knowing the basics. However, people can be amazing dog owners , just providing the most important things to their dogs, love, care, food, safety, grooming, regular exercise and companionship, veterinary care, and proper training. Understanding and loving your dog is the most valuable part of being a puppy ownership! So as acceptance 🫶🫶🫶 A collie owner of 5, who is not a breeder, but have been saving and keeping them in the past 27 years. Truly love dogs.

[@ΧρηστοςΠαπαγεωργιου-ψ5ω]

Great job! Thank you!

[@BethBarreto-r9q]

I love my collie she Is beautiful she Is Brigitte

[@АндрейПавлов-т2в]

Колли Дик - лучший из собак сапёров 2 Мировой войны. 12 500 мин и снарядов.

[@ThoseEditzz]

How come my dog was $5000 😭

[@davidjones535]

Ok now do the smooth .

[@JmKfrozt]

same applies to them, they are the same breed basically. just the coat that's different.

[@alycemunroe2725]

What the hell is a’rough collie’?…. I had a collie for 14 years before she died…she was beautiful, intelligent and sweet. She died of cancer after that…..but I have never heard of a ‘rough collie’…I think you’re making it up…AKC only used the term ‘collie’

[@marilynstanton-white8355]

It defines their hair. The varieties of collies are: rough collie, smooth collie, boarder collies and bearded collies. The favorite is the rough collie they’re describing. I’ve had 4 over my lifetime and they are wonderful friends.

[@kathleenrosado6949]

I think what the person means is that back in the day, a lassie collie was just called “collie”. All the other names came later.

[@maxdefire]

According to "Aggressive behaviour is affected by demographic, environmental and behavioural factors in purebred dogs", rough collies have highest chance of aggressive behaviour among 23 observed popular breeds.

[@lynnicholson1501]

Have had rough collies all my life, am yet to see this aggressive behaviour !!!

[@maxdefire]

​@@lynnicholson1501 That's why researches done, single experience is not representative.

[@F_U23]

@@maxdefire 🤣😂Go get another booster🤣😂

[@techguy9023]

Mine mostly lays around but occasionally chases the other dog. Very good at sleeping.

[@michaelschaefer1904]

Depends on your definition of aggressive behavior.

[@funfan515]

It’s adorable and useful to share with everyone all these interesting information. But if you have collies, and love them, it’s also worth knowing the basics. However, people can be amazing dog owners , just providing the most important things to their dogs, love, care, food, safety, grooming, regular exercise and companionship, veterinary care, and proper training. Understanding and loving your dog is the most valuable part of being a puppy ownership! So as acceptance 🫶🫶🫶 A collie owner of 5, who is not a breeder, but have been saving and keeping them in the past 27 years. Truly love dogs.