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Bearded
Collie dog breed
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are a
Bearded Collie owner,
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Dog breed group |
Herding
Dog |
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Origin of breed |
Scotland,
working companion. |
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Life expectancy |
15
- 16 Years |
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Color |
Slate
gray, reddish fawn, black, blue, all shades of gray, brown or
sandy with or without white markings. |
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Coat type |
Flat,
harsh and shaggy; can be slightly wavy but not curly; soft,
furry, close undercoat. |
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Exercise needs |
Needs
plenty of daily exercise and the opportunity to run free. |
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Temperament |
The Bearded Collie is friendly and active. He is stable and
self-confident, showing no signs of shyness or aggression. |
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Good with children |
Yes,
outstanding family companion. |
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Grooming needs |
Daily brushing of his long shaggy coat. Mist coat lightly with
water before you begin. May be professionally clipped every
two months. Bathe or dry shampoo as necessary. |
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Average size (inches) |
21
- 22
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20
- 21
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Average weight (lbs) |
40
- 60
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40
- 60
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Health issues |
Hip dysplasia |
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Living conditions |
A home with a
fenced yard is essential. |
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Dog
breed description
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The Bearded Collie is a hardy
active dog, with an aura of strength and agility characteristic of a
real working dog. He has a high level of intelligence and resourcefulness
and owners must keep him busy or he will invent things to keep himself
occupied. It is believed that the Bearded Collie was developed from
the Polski Owczarek Nizinny dog from Poland. The Polish dogs were mixed
with Highland Collies which became known as the Beard Collie. Used as
a working companion he would drive cattle and sheep to market.
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Dog
breed infobits |
The
Bearded Collie can make an excellent watch-dog, as it has a powerful bark
to deter would-be intruders. |
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