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Breed Standards for
the Collie |
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General Appearance: |
A
dog of great beauty with physical structure on the lines of
strength and activity |
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Head: |
Head
resembles a blunt lean wedge from profile and front views;
Flat skull; Small ears, carried semi erect when alert with
the top quarter tipping forward; Medium-sized, almond-shaped
eyes |
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Tail: |
Carried low |
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Color: |
Sable and white, tricolor, blue merle; white (predominantly
white, preferably with markings) |
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Coat: |
The
coat can be of two types, both with a soft, abundant
undercoat. The outer coat of the Smooth variety is short,
hard, and flat: that of the Rough variety is straight,
harsh, abundant, and long, particularly on the mane and
ruff. |
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Size: |
Weight: male: 60-75 lb; female: 50-65 lb
Height: male: 24-26”; female: 22-24” |
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Gait: |
Suggests effortless speed as well as the ability to change
speed and direction instantly. |
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Temperament: |
Gentle and devoted, a mild-mannered friend to all |