A friendly, happy and active companion that the standard calls good with children and other dogs. The coat is very dense with a soft undercoat, and Dogs NSW says a good brush once or twice a week keeps the pet Collie tidy. It needs a backyard and a regular walk rather than lots of exercise.
Also searched as Rough Collie.
| Adult weight, male | 27 to 34 kg |
|---|---|
| Adult weight, female | 23 to 29 kg |
| Size | Large, 25 to 40 kg |
| Height | 51 to 61 cm |
| Coat | very dense, outer coat straight and harsh, undercoat soft, furry and very close |
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