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Bearded Collie

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    height of a bearded collie
group: herding/sheepdog height m 21-22" / 53.5-55.9 cm
f 20-21" / 50.8-53.3 cm
types: weight: 40-60 lbs / 18.14-27.2 kg
colors: black, blue, brown, gray, slate gray, reddish fawn, sandy, fawn with or without white coat markings
physical traits: hardy, active, strong, agile
hair type: long, flat, harsh, shaggy, abundant, double coat: outercoat- flat, strong, harsh, shaggy, undercoat- furry, soft, close
personality/
temperament:
self-confident, lively, outgoing, exuberant, intelligent, friendly, high-spirited, alert, devoted, intelligent, playful. some may be nervous, aggressive
maintenance/
special needs:

high, regular grooming, mats easily, regular exercise, requires constant mental and physical stimulation
nickname: Highland Collie, Mountain Collie, Hairy Mou'ed Collie
origination: Great Britain
bred for: sheep herding, droving
identifying traits:  
ideal for: family and other animals, watchdog, adapts to city life and cold climates
good with kids? yes
life expectancy: 12-13 yrs  
of interest:  
health concerns: skin: vitiligo
kennel clubs: fci-(sheepdog group), akc, uk-(pastoral group), ukc, saku, ankc-(working group), jkc-(sheepdog/cattledog group)
rescues:    
bearded collie dog

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