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Dogs
# The Rough Collie: temperament, price, health, and breeders
United Kingdom
An elegant, gentle and attentive herding dog, very attached to its family.
Size MediumLife expectancy 8–12 yearsBudget ≈ €116/monthPuppy €900 – €1,400
[Find a breeder 49](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=rough-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 Good
First-time owners Very good
Other pets Good
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Guarding instinct Very good
Strengths and weaknesses
- Gentle temperament: It is a dog that is generally calm, affectionate and pleasant to live with its family.
- Good aptitude for training: Its intelligence and its desire to cooperate make learning easier when it is well conducted.
- Family versatility: It can share both quiet moments at home and regular outdoor activities.
- Heavy shedding: Its double coat causes noticeable hair loss, especially during shedding periods.
- Sensitivity to solitude and lack of activity: It does not thrive if its outings, interactions and stimulation are insufficient.
- Eye predispositions: The breed requires real vigilance regarding certain hereditary eye conditions.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Families with plenty of time: He enjoys home life and integrates well when he shares the daily life of his humans.
- Motivated novice adopters: His cooperative nature and gentleness may suit a first dog with proper support.
- Active people not seeking hyperactivity: He likes to move regularly without having the level of demands of the most athletic breeds.
Not recommended for
- People who are often absent: He does not cope well with a life with little presence, few interactions and few outings.
- Households put off by hair: His grooming needs are reasonable, but shedding and brushing remain real constraints.
- Adopters looking for a tough guard dog: He is vigilant, but his temperament remains above all gentle and sensitive.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
56 cmRough Collie
- Height at the withers
- 51–61 cm
- Weight
- 18–29 kg
- Coat
- Long, dense, double
- FCI group
- 1
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Grooming
- Moderate grooming needs
## Photos and videos
See the Rough Collie in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Rough Collie originates from the sheepdogs of the British Isles, in particular from Scotland, where it was long used for driving and guarding flocks. The breed is said to have been shaped from local dogs and lines introduced earlier into the territory. Its refined silhouette and its abundant coat then made it very popular in dog shows from the second half of the 19th century. In France, it appeared at the end of the 19th century and its image spread widely in the 20th century. The Fédération Cynologique Internationale officially recognized the breed in 1955.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Rough Collie is a medium-sized dog, slightly longer than tall, built harmoniously and without heaviness. Its wedge-shaped head, its almond-shaped gaze with a gentle and intelligent expression, as well as its semi-erect ears give it a very characteristic appearance. Its topcoat is straight and fairly harsh, lying over a very dense undercoat, with a well-furnished mane and frill. The coat can be sable and white, tricolor or blue merle with white markings more or less extensive.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
The Rough Collie is a kind, sensitive dog and very close to its family group. It is generally gentle with children, sociable with those close to it and not very inclined to aggression. Its herding dog temperament makes it vigilant and protective without being harsh. It may be reserved or a little shy with strangers, but overall it remains balanced, cheerful and eager to please.
Affectionate Intelligent Easy to train Sociable Protective
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
On a daily basis, the Rough Collie appreciates company and does not cope well with a life that is too lacking in interactions. He knows how to be calm at home if his needs for outings and stimulation are met, but he retains a real core of an active dog that likes to walk, run and take part in family activities. He can live in an apartment with regular walks, even if an environment with a garden often suits him better.
Training
## Training and socialization
The Rough Collie benefits from being trained and socialized early. Its intelligence, sensitivity and desire to cooperate make learning easier, provided that a consistent, calm and positive method is favored. Training that is too harsh could cause it to shut down, whereas a clear framework, varied exercises and good socialization help it become a very reliable companion.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Rough Collie
The purchase price of the Rough Collie varies according to the quality of the bloodlines, the seriousness of the breeding, the tests carried out on the breeding dogs and the puppy’s intended purpose. It is better to favor a transparent and well-monitored breeding kennel than an abnormally low offer.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/rough-collie/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Rough Collie is overall a rather robust dog, well protected against cold and bad weather by its double coat. Like other dogs of this size, it nevertheless has certain predispositions that must be known, notably at the orthopedic and ocular level. Serious veterinary follow-up, rigorous breeding selection and good hygiene of life help to limit the risks.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/rough-collie/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The diet of the Rough Collie must support both its activity, the quality of its coat and the maintenance of a stable weight. A complete and highly digestible food is to be preferred, with intakes adjusted according to age, exercise level and body condition.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/rough-collie/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Rough Collie is closely associated with the character Lassie, who greatly helped to popularize the breed throughout the world. This fame has lastingly established the image of a family dog, elegant and faithful. Despite this celebrity, it retains real herding abilities and a working temperament that need to be taken into account in its daily life.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Rough Collie
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Rough Collie suited to a family?
Yes, it is often very well suited to an available family, as it is gentle, close to its own and generally patient with children when it is well socialized.
### Does the Rough Collie shed a lot?
Yes, its double coat leads to marked shedding, especially at certain times of the year, which requires regular brushing and increased brushing during shedding periods.
### Can it live in an apartment?
Yes, provided it benefits from sufficient daily outings and real physical and mental stimulation, even if a house with a garden often remains more comfortable for it.
### Is the Rough Collie easy to train?
Yes, it generally learns well thanks to its intelligence and its desire to cooperate, provided you use a gentle, consistent and early method.
## Find a Rough Collie breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Rough Collie breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
[Rough Collie breeders in Nouvelle-Aquitaine8](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie/nouvelle-aquitaine) [Rough Collie breeders in Brittany6](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie/brittany) [Rough Collie breeders in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté6](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie/bourgogne-franche-comte) [Rough Collie breeders in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes6](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie/auvergne-rhone-alpes) [Rough Collie breeders in Pays de la Loire5](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie/pays-de-la-loire) [Rough Collie breeders in Centre-Val de Loire5](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie/centre-val-de-loire) [Rough Collie breeders in Hauts-de-France5](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie/hauts-de-france) [Rough Collie breeders in Grand Est4](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie/grand-est)
### Rough Collie breeders by country
[128 breeders of Rough Collie in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie/germany) [51 breeders of Rough Collie in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie/italy) [49 breeders of Rough Collie in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie) [7 breeders of Rough Collie in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie/austria) [4 breeders of Rough Collie in Finland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie/finland) [4 breeders of Rough Collie in Switzerland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie/switzerland) [4 breeders of Rough Collie in the United Kingdom](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie/united-kingdom) [2 breeders of Rough Collie in Hungary](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie/hungary) [2 breeders of Rough Collie in Poland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie/poland) [2 breeders of Rough Collie in Slovenia](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie/slovenia)
[All breeders of Rough Collie in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie)
## Ready to welcome a Rough Collie?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-rough-collie)
## Compare Rough Collie with other breeds
- [Shetland Sheepdog vs. Rough Collie](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare/shetland-sheepdog-vs-rough-collie)
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