The Bearded Collie: A loving and protective dog perfect for the family

The Bearded Collie, also known as the Beardie, is a British bred dog that descends from both the Polski Owczarek Nizinny Dog and the Highland Collie. It is a working dog that was bred to work with livestock such as sheep and cattle. It is a mid-sized dog that grows to be between 20 and 22 inches tall and it can weigh up to about 60 pounds when fully grown. This breed is known for its long, silky, fluffy fur coat. Its coat colors come in slate, blue, gray, brown, white, black, and sand.

Temperament and characteristics of the Bearded Collie

This is a very sweet dog that makes a great family pet. They are happy-go-lucky and very affectionate. They also work great in multi-pet families and are very fond of children. They are very friendly, although they tend to be noisy barkers

Regular health care and grooming of the Bearded Collie

To groom and care for this breed you will need to brush their long coats daily to keep them free of matting fur and debris. They will also need a haircut every couple of months. This is an active breed that needs a lot of regular exercise to stay happy and healthy. In addition to proper grooming and exercise they also need to be trained. The best training methods for this breed are ones that are firm but not overly domineering. This is a relatively healthy dog breed, however, they are prone to hip dysplasia.