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Scotch Collie
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Scotch Collie
(Farm Collie) (Old Farm Collie)
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Description |
The Scotch Collie is being bred more for it's working ability than it's looks. |
Temperament
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Scotch Collies are very multi-purpose. There is one line that is being bred towards a "Squirrel Dog" type, though it still has the traditional look and temperament of the Scotch Collie.
Most Scotch Collies can be used as hunting dogs, however there primary focus is as a herding dog, and is nowadays kept as a house pet by some. They are excellent with children. Scotch Collies generally get along with other dogs and
are usually good with non-canine pets. Depending on the individual dog and the humans that surround him, they are friendly to reserved and or aloof with strangers. It is a natural instinct for a dog to have an order in their pack. When we humans live with dogs, we become their pack. The entire pack cooperates
under a single leader. Lines are clearly defined. You and all other humans must be higher up in the order than the dog in order to have a successful human/dog relationship. |
Height, Weight
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Height: Dogs 21-24 inches (53-61 cm.) Bitches 19-22 inches (48-56 cm.)
Weight: Dogs 45-70 pounds (21-32 kg.) Bitches 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg.) |
Health Problems |
Collie is a very healthy breed that suffers from very little medical problems. HD is not a noticeable concern. |
Living Conditions |
Scotch Collies have lived very successfully in Apartments, though they do need daily exercise. There is no need to crate the Scotch Collie as it is seldom destructive and enjoys free roam of the
house/yard. Kenneling is also not suggested, unless you have a large run. The Scotch Collie does wonderfully on Farms and enjoys having room to roam. |
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Exercise |
The Scotch Collie
needs plenty of exercise, including a daily
walk or jog. They are not nearly as active as Border Collies, but are not
couch potato's and will NOT be okay with just access to the yard.
They will also enjoy a game of Frisbee in the park, etc. Provided they
get their daily walk or jog, they will not be hyper and will usually content
to watch over the house while you are gone. |
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Life Expectancy |
Depends on the dogs and its lines, but 12-16 years is average. |
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Grooming |
The coat should be brushed every one to two weeks. If the coat has a BIG matt, the matt may
need to be cut out, as opposed to combed out, as to avoid pain to the dog. Bathe or dry shampoo as necessary. |
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Origin |
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Group |
Herding |
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Recognition |
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Brenda, a year old Scotch Collie bitch from the Pacific NW, where the Scotch Collie is often called a "Farm Collie".
This cute little pup is 6 week old Cody. See more photos of Cody!
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Cookie, an adult Scotch Collie. "She is Intelligent, Lovingly watchful and very athletic." Courtesy of DreamDancer Collies
Cookie, an adult Scotch Collie. Courtesy of DreamDancer Collies
Mokie, a male Scotch Collie puppy. Courtesy of DreamDancer Collies
Justice, as a puppy. He lives on a farm, doing what a magnificent farm collie loves to do. Courtesy of DreamDancer Collies
Tyson, a male Scotch Collie as a puppy. Courtesy of DreamDancer Collies
Scotch Collie Pictures 1
Scotch Collie Pictures 2
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Thanks to Alairra for helping the Dog Breed Info Center(R) with this information. |
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