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# The Bearded Collie: temperament, price, health, and breeders
United Kingdom
A bearded shepherd, lively and affectionate, as athletic as he is close to his family.
Size MediumLife expectancy 12–14 yearsBudget ≈ €108/monthPuppy €800 – €1,000
[Find a breeder 21](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bearded-collie) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=bearded-collie)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Very good
Daily exercise needs High
Apartment living Fair
First-time owners Very good
Other pets Very good
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Guarding instinct Very good
Strengths and weaknesses
- Very affectionate: He forms a close bond with his family and enjoys shared activities.
- Sociable and playful: Well socialized, he generally lives willingly with children and other animals.
- Intelligent: He understands quickly and thrives in varied and playful learning.
- Athletic and enduring: He happily accompanies an active owner on long outings.
- Demanding coat: Its long, dense coat requires regular, thorough brushing.
- High activity needs: A lack of outings and stimulation can encourage restlessness and frustration.
- Tendency to stubbornness: It may argue with instructions if training lacks consistency or interest.
- Apartment living is restrictive: It is only suitable with several active outings and strong daily availability.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active families: Its gentleness, playfulness and endurance suit a household that loves to be active.
- Dog activity enthusiasts: Its intelligence and energy are well expressed in obedience, agility or herding.
- Owners with plenty of time: It enjoys companionship and requires time for outings, training and brushing.
- Homes with a garden: A secure outdoor space usefully complements its daily walks.
Not recommended for
- Very sedentary people: Its need for long outings and exercise is incompatible with a low-activity lifestyle.
- Owners often absent: Very attached to its family, it copes poorly with a daily life lacking in presence and interactions.
- People who refuse grooming: Its long double coat cannot stay healthy without regular maintenance.
- People with limited mobility: Its liveliness and power in motion can make outings difficult to manage.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
54 cmBearded Collie
- Height at the withers
- 51–56 cm
- Weight
- 20–30 kg
- Coat
- Long, double, dense
- FCI group
- 1
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Grooming
- Moderate grooming needs
## Photos and videos
See the Bearded Collie in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
Originally from Scotland and northern England, the Bearded Collie appears in Scottish writings as early as the 16th century. Probably resulting from crosses between the ancestor of the Polish Sheepdog and local herding dogs, it distinguished itself by its abilities to drive and gather flocks. The modern selection of the breed really took off in the 1940s under the impetus of Gwendoline Olive Willison. The standard bears the number FCI 271 and the breed was definitively recognized by the FCI on 30 August 1967. It is also known under the names Bearded Collie, Bearded Colley, Highland Collie and Beardie.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Bearded Collie is a medium-sized dog, sturdy without being heavy, whose body, slightly longer than tall, has a straight back, a strong loin and a well let-down chest. Its broad, flat and square head has large eyes with a gentle and lively expression, as well as medium-sized drop ears. Its long, double coat combines a soft and dense undercoat with a plentiful, harsh and flat topcoat, with the breed’s characteristic beard. The coat can be grey, brown, sable, black, blue or fawn, with or without white markings. Its long tail, abundantly fringed, reaches the hock and is carried low.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Active, alert, confident and sensitive, the Bearded Collie is deeply attached to its home. It is gentle, affectionate and playful with its family, especially with children. Intelligent and well-balanced, it is not aggressive, but its vigilance and natural reserve towards strangers allow it to play an alert role. Its herding temperament remains pronounced and it enjoys shared activities.
Affectionate Playful Intelligent Sociable Protective
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
On a daily basis, the Bearded Collie seeks the presence of those close to him and willingly takes part in games as well as outings. Lively, hardy and sometimes impulsive, he needs long walks, exercise and mental stimulation every day. A house with a garden suits him particularly well, but the garden never replaces outings. Apartment living remains possible only with several active daily walks and real availability from his owner.
Training
## Training and socialization
His intelligence makes learning easier, but his sometimes stubborn temperament requires a consistent, gentle and firm method. He cooperates better when he understands the point of the exercise and when sessions are short, varied and playful. Socialization must begin early with people, other dogs, other animals and different environments. Recall, leash walking and managing excitement deserve particular attention.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Bearded Collie
The purchase price varies depending on the breeder, the pedigree, the quality of the line, the health tests of the breeding dogs, the age and the dog's intended purpose. The overall budget must also include the maintenance of the long coat, food, veterinary care and activities.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bearded-collie/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Bearded Collie has generally good resilience, but it must benefit from regular monitoring of its ears, eyes, hips, skin and overall condition. Suitable activity during growth helps preserve its joints.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bearded-collie/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Bearded Collie is generally not difficult. Its diet must provide quality proteins and energy suited to its often high activity, while maintaining a stable weight and good skin and coat quality.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bearded-collie/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The name of the breed directly refers to its very visible beard. The Bearded Collie is also called Bearded Collie, Bearded Colley, Highland Collie or Beardie. Classified among sheepdogs and cattle dogs of FCI group 1, it bears standard number 271. A litter generally includes 4 to 12 puppies.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Bearded Collie
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Can the Bearded Collie live in an apartment?
Yes, but only if its owner provides several active outings each day, long walks and regular stimulation. A house with a garden suits it better, without eliminating the need for walks.
### Is the Bearded Collie suitable for children?
Generally yes. It is affectionate, gentle and playful with its family, but its energy requires supervision of interactions with young children and mutual learning of respect.
### What grooming does its coat require?
Careful brushing at least twice a week is recommended, more often during shedding periods. The ears, skin, paw pads and areas prone to tangles should be checked regularly.
### How much exercise does it need?
It needs long daily walks supplemented by games, training exercises or a canine activity. Its balance depends as much on physical exertion as on mental stimulation.
## Find a Bearded Collie breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Bearded Collie breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
[Bearded Collie breeders in Normandy3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bearded-collie/normandy) [Bearded Collie breeders in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bearded-collie/auvergne-rhone-alpes)
### Bearded Collie breeders by country
[178 breeders of Bearded Collie in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bearded-collie/germany) [21 breeders of Bearded Collie in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bearded-collie) [11 breeders of Bearded Collie in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bearded-collie/austria) [11 breeders of Bearded Collie in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bearded-collie/denmark) [11 breeders of Bearded Collie in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bearded-collie/italy) [10 breeders of Bearded Collie in the Netherlands](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bearded-collie/netherlands) [4 breeders of Bearded Collie in Finland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bearded-collie/finland) [3 breeders of Bearded Collie in Sweden](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bearded-collie/sweden) [1 breeder of Bearded Collie in Belgium](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bearded-collie/belgium) [1 breeder of Bearded Collie in Croatia](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bearded-collie/croatia)
[All breeders of Bearded Collie in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bearded-collie)
## Ready to welcome a Bearded Collie?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
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