Bearded Collie

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Group:	Herding
Size:	Medium
Life Span:	12-14 years
Height:	Male: 21-22 inches
	Female: 20-21 inches
Weight:	Male: 50-60 lbs
	Female: 40-50 lbs

Coat :	Outer coat is flat, harsh, strong & bushy. Undercoat is soft & dense
Gait :	Free, powerful and agile
Color(s) :	Black, blue, brown or fawn, with or without white markings
Living Area :	Average
Hair Length:	Long
Exercise Need :	Daily long walk and jog
Recognized By :	(CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (FCI) Fï¿½dï¿½ration Cynologique Internationale (AKC) American Kennel Club (UKC) United Kennel Club (KCGB) Kennel Club of Great Britain (CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (ANKC) Australian National Kennel Council (NKC) National Kennel Club (NZKC) New Zealand Kennel Club (APRI) America Pet Registry, Inc. (ACR) American Canine Registry (DRA) Dog Registry of America
Date of Origin :	16th Century
Place of Origin :	Scotland
Todays Use :	Companion Dog
Originally Used :	Cattle Herding
Other Name :	Highland Collie, Mountain Collie

The origin of the Bearded Collie lies in Britain. The breed dates back to the 16th century, when a Polish merchant traded his grain for six Polish Lowland Sheepdogs. These sheepdogs were then crossbred with the local Scottish variety and thus, the Bearded Collie was born. The breed owes its name to the beard like hair which grows on its chin and its exceptional herding ability. Like most other breeds, this breed too was on the verge of extinction after the Second World War. It was resurrected with the help of dedicated breeding programs undertaken by a woman named Mrs. Olive Wilson. The modern Bearded Collies owe their ancestry to Jeanie of Bothkennar, the dog of Mrs. Wilson. The breed was first recognized by the AKC in 1976.

The Bearded Collie is a medium dog breed with a long, athletic and low lying frame. It has a proportionate head; a large nose which is slightly square in appearance; large eyes which are not protruding; medium set ears which are medium in size and are covered with hair; a strong, square muzzle; taut lips with teeth which meet in scissors bite. This breed has a low set tail which is carried low and has a slight curve towards the end. It has short but strong legs with well padded, large feet. This breed has a double coat, with a long, flat, strong and bushy outer coat which is harsh in texture and, a soft and dense undercoat. The color of its coat can be black, blue, brown or fawn, with or without white markings; which often lightens as the dog grows.

The Bearded Collie is a lively, cheerful and an even tempered breed. It is an excellent companion breed for kids. It is good with dogs as well as other pets. However, it can be a little reserved of strangers. It has a tendency to bark incessantly. It is neither a very good watchdog nor a good guard dog. It loves to play around and do a lot of mischief. Thus, it can be a little difficult to train. A firm approach is required to train this breed and obedience training is a must. This breed does not like to be confined in a small space. Thus, it is not well suited to an apartment life.

The Bearded Collie is an average shedder and sheds heavily during spring and fall. Its long and dense coat needs extensive grooming. The coat needs to be brushed 4-5 times a week and should be rubbed occasionally with a damp towel. The coat should also be trimmed regularly to prevent matting of the hair. The heavy undercoat is also prone to collecting a lot of ticks. Thus, extra attention needs to be paid in this regard. It should be bathed only when necessary and must be dried properly after each bath. Its bearded should be cleaned properly after each meal to remove any food remains. Its eyes and ears need to be cleaned regularly to avoid any infection. Its nail and, the hair around ears, eyes and paws should be trimmed regularly.

It is an active breed which needs a lot of daily exercise. Daily long walks should be supplemented with running and jogging in an open but safe area, to keep the dog healthy both physically and mentally. Leaving the dog alone for too long can result in destructible behavior.

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The Bearded Collie is prone to some health issues like hip Dysplasia, Skin allergies, Cancer, Heart problem etc.

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