Guide Note: The Smooth Collie is not an actual recognized breed but simply a variety of the collie breed. Their are two varieties in the collie breed, rough coated and smooth coated. They both follow the same breed standard, except for the coat specifications. The rough and smooth collies are to be the same size, can come in the same colors, and the tempermant should be the same throughout the collie breed. Only the coat is to be different.
Fast Facts:
- The breed was excepted into the American Kennel Club in 1885
- Were developed to be herding dogs in Scotland
- Can be Sable, Blue Merle, Tri-Color, or White in color
- Life Span is 8-12 years
- Lassie is an example of a Rough Coated version of the Collie breed
