Long-haired Collie Breed description: Character & Co

What are the typical character traits of Long-haired Collies?

The dogs are particularly intelligent. They learn much faster than other dog breeds. Because of their friendly and good-natured character you can easily train them. However, their intelligence must be constantly challenged with demanding tasks. The Long-haired Collie puppies quickly accept their position within the family. They get along well with other dogs and children. Towards strangers the Long-haired Collies react very reserved at the beginning. Since they have a strong urge to move, they like to accompany their family on long walks. They are also well suited for participating in dog sports. Since the Collies never get nervous or react aggressively, they are very well-suited family and companion dogs. They also have a strong protective instinct and like to guard their family's house. A hunting instinct is not present.

What are typical diseases of Long-haired Collies?

Some hereditary diseases occur in Long-haired Collies:

• MDR1 defect
• Collie Eye
• Dermatomyositis
• Deafness

76 % of Collies suffer from the MDR1 gene defect. Certain medication (ivermectin) can lead to movement disorders and vomiting for them. The dogs fall into a liver coma and die.

In Collie Eye the fundus of the eye is damaged. The retina becomes detached, your dog loses its vision.

Dermatomyositis occurs in Long-haired Collie puppies. The dogs suffer from skin ulcers and muscle atrophy.

Merle coat colours are associated with a developmental disorder of the inner ear. The Long-haired Collie puppies are deaf a few weeks after birth.

Long-haired Collie breeding - where, how, what?

You can buy a healthy Long-haired Collie from a breeder who observes the strict regulations of the breeding associations.

Where do you find Collie breeders:

• Association for the German Dog Industry
• FCI Club for British Herding Dogs
• German Collie Club