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Adopt a Bearded Collie
Picture: Yann Arthus-Bertrand/Corbis
Family:
livestock, herding
Area of origin:
Scotland
Original function:
sheep herding
Average size of male:
Ht: 21-22, Wt: 45-55
Average size of female:
Ht: 20-21, Wt: 45-55
Other names:
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Bearded Collie Dog Temperament
The boisterous Beardie is lively and playful, full of enthusiasm and energy. He is smart and obedient, but is an independent thinker with a clownish sense of humor.
Bearded Collie Dog Care
This active dog needs either a good jog, a very long walk or a vigorous play session every day. He especially enjoys herding. His long coat needs brushing or combing every other day.
Bearded Collie Dog Health
Major concerns: none
Minor concerns: CHD, epilepsy, colonic disease, pemphigus
Occasionally seen: CHD, aortic stenosis, PRA, PPM, cataract, vWD
Suggested tests: hip, (eye), (cardiac)
Life span: 12-14 years
Dogs Related to the Bearded Collie
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Shepherd
Belgian Malinois
Belgian Sheepdog
Belgian Tervuren
Border Collie
Bouvier des Flandres
Briard
Canaan Dog
Collie
Shelters with Bearded Collie Dogs
Some animal welfare organizations with Bearded Collies ready for adoption:
