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Dog BreedPurebredPastoral / Herding Dogs

Scotch Collie

Scotland#500
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Key Takeaways

  • Large breed belonging to the Pastoral / Herding Dogs group, known for typical breed characteristics.
  • High-energy breed best suited for active owners who can provide plenty of daily exercise and mental stimulation.
  • Easy to train and a good choice for first-time owners; responds well to positive reinforcement.
  • Heavy shedder that requires frequent grooming and regular coat maintenance.

Quick Facts

Group

Pastoral / Herding Dogs

Size

Large

Life Span

12-14 years

Popularity

#500

Puppy Price

$700-$900

Energy Level

High

Shedding Level

Frequent

Trainability

Easy to Train

Common Names & Aliases

Old Farm CollieScottish CollieFarm Collie
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⚖️Scotch Collie Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Child Compatibility:Exceptionally child-friendly, perfect family pet

  • Training Difficulty:Exceptionally easy to train, learns quickly

  • Dog Friendly:Very friendly with other dogs

  • Affection Level:Exceptionally devoted and affectionate

  • Lifestyle Adaptability:Highly adaptable to different environments

Disadvantages

  • Shedding Level:Very heavy shedding, high maintenance

  • Allergy Friendliness:Not hypoallergenic, may trigger allergies

  • Grooming Requirements:High grooming needs, regular professional care

  • Shedding Level:Very heavy shedding, high maintenance

  • Activity Requirement / Exercise Need:High exercise needs, requires active lifestyle

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Price and Availability

Price Range

$700-$900

If you choose to purchase the Scotch Collie, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders' sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Scotch Collie for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Scotch Collie gets to a happy place.

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Availability

2/5

Availability

Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

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History

The Scotch Collie is a Collie dog that is thought to be naturally developed over many centuries in Scotland. The Scotch Collie is also referred to simply as Collie in parts of Scotland, and also as Old Farm Collie, for the reason being that the breed was first extensively used by farmers.

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Recognition

Classifications

AKC Classification
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Not recognized by FCI.

This breed is recognized by the following organizations:

American Kennel Club
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Scotch Collie sheds excessively throughout the year, requiring daily grooming and cleanup.

The Scotch Collie is not hypoallergenic, so it may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

The Scotch Collie requires extensive grooming, including regular professional grooming sessions.

The Scotch Collie sheds excessively throughout the year, requiring daily grooming and cleanup.

The Scotch Collie is exceptionally patient and protective with children of all ages.

highly energetic and requires several hours of exercise and mental stimulation daily, making the Scotch Collie perfect for active families.

The Scotch Collie is exceptionally easy to train, responds quickly to commands and learns new tricks effortlessly.

The Scotch Collie is very friendly with other dogs and enjoys canine companionship.

The Scotch Collie requires high levels of daily exercise, including long walks, runs, or active play.

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