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Herding Group — Origin: Scotland
Bearded Collie
A medium-sized herding-group dog known for being playful and smart.
- Size
- Medium
- Weight
- 18–27 kg
- Lifespan
- 12–14 yrs
Strength
4
Stamina
9
Trainability
10
Friendliness
9
At a mid-life age of 13 years, this breed is roughly
73.5 human years old
See the full dog-years calculatorWhat it eats
- Balanced dry kibble with lean protein
- Two meals a day portioned to activity level
- Fish oil supplement for coat health
What it does
- Long-distance running or biking companion
- Working or herding-style tasks
- Advanced agility and endurance sport
Habitat
Does best with a yard or frequent walks; comfortable in suburban homes with space to move.
Daily exercise needs
Bred with a bouncy streak, this breed keeps its condition with very high daily exertion.
Very High exertion~128 min/day
Field note
Hailing from Scotland, the Bearded Collie has been recognized as part of the Herding group for generations of purposeful breeding.