DevotedGracefulProud
Herding Group — Origin: Scotland
Collie
A large-sized herding-group dog known for being devoted and graceful.
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 18–34 kg
- Lifespan
- 12–14 yrs
Strength
3
Stamina
5
Trainability
4
Friendliness
7
At a mid-life age of 13 years, this breed is roughly
81.8 human years old
See the full dog-years calculatorWhat it eats
- Large-breed formula kibble with joint support
- Two meals a day to avoid bloat
- Glucosamine supplement as they age
What it does
- Daily walks and yard play
- Fetch in short bursts
- Casual obedience games
Habitat
Needs a house with a fenced yard and room to stretch out; less suited to cramped apartments.
Daily exercise needs
Bred with a proud streak, this breed keeps its condition with moderate daily exertion.
Moderate exertion~80 min/day
Field note
Hailing from Scotland, the Collie has been recognized as part of the Herding group for generations of purposeful breeding.