Dog breed · Herding / Pastoral
Bearded Collie
A shaggy Scottish drover famous for the 'beardie bounce' — leaping to see over the flock. Merry, boisterous and high-maintenance in coat and spirit.
Medium12–14 yearsScotlandNeeds more space
Representative breed photography. Appearance varies within every breed.
Breed characteristics
- Group
- Herding / Pastoral
- Origin
- Scotland
- Size
- Medium
- Weight
- 18–27 kg
- Height
- 51–56 cm
- Lifespan
- 12–14 years
- Coat
- Long, harsh, shaggy double coat
- Temperament
- BouncyMerryIndependentAffectionate
History
Worked Highland cattle and sheep for centuries; the modern breed descends from a 1940s revival.
Appearance
Lean, medium herding dog hidden under a long shaggy coat, with a characteristic bouncing gait.
Exercise and activity
90 minutes daily; excels at agility and herding.
Care and grooming
The coat needs a thorough line-brushing several times a week; many pet owners choose a shorter clip.
Health considerations
- Hip dysplasia
- Addison's disease
- Hypothyroidism
- Pemphigus (autoimmune skin disease)