Gentle, intelligent, and beautifully elegant — a loyal companion with a calm and caring nature.
🧠 QUICK SNAPSHOT
- Temperament: Gentle, loyal, intelligent
- Energy Level: Moderate
- Size: Medium to large
- Good With Families: Yes
- Trainability: High
- Grooming: High
- Best For: Families, companionship, active homes
📚 OVERVIEW
The Rough Collie is a graceful herding breed known for its long, flowing coat and kind expression. Made famous by “Lassie,” they are highly intelligent and devoted to their families.
They are gentle and sensitive dogs that thrive in environments where they are included and valued as part of the household.
✅ PROS & CONS
Pros
- Extremely loyal and affectionate
- Great with families and children
- Highly intelligent and trainable
- Beautiful, distinctive coat
Cons
- Requires regular grooming
- Can be sensitive
- Needs companionship
- May be vocal
🏃 EXERCISE NEEDS
Needs daily walks and moderate activity.
Enjoys playtime and outdoor time.
🧠 TRAINING & BEHAVIOUR
Highly intelligent and eager to please.
Responds very well to gentle, consistent training.
