Bearded Collies

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Family: livestock, herding
AKC Breed Group: Herding
Area of Origin: Scotland
Date of Origin: 1800s
Original Function: sheep herding
Today's Function: herding trials
Colors: black, shade of gray to slate to silver
Coat: The undercoat is dense and soft while outercoat is wooly, long and straight
Average Size of Male: Height: 21 - 22 inches, Weight: 45 - 55 pounds
Average Size of Female: Height: 20 - 21 inches, Weight: 45 - 55 pounds
Characteristics and Temperaments: The Bearded Collie is playful, affectionate and always wagging tail. It is sociable but quite independent. This breed gets along well with children and household pets
Care: Because of its long hair, brushing, combing and grooming are required at least twice a week. Paws and ears should be checked regularly too
Training and activity: This dog is intelligent and require moderate exercise, but can learn quickly
Other Names: none