Recognized By
AKC
Country of Origin
Great Britain
Life Expectancy
12 - 16 yrs
Height Range
18 - 21 in
Weight Range
30 - 45 lbs
Colors
Red, blue merle, tricolor, black, or brown, all with or without white. Two coat varieties: long and smooth (shorher)
Trainability
Excellent; known for their obedience and performance trainability
With Children
Good with older children. May try to herd active younger children.
With Animals
Good, although they may try to herd smaller animals
Climate
Tolerates cold well
Indoor/Outdoor
Either, but needs lots of outdoor activity and stimulation
Exercise Reqd
Very high. Needs a lot of ineraction and work to do. Can be destructive if bored.
Grooming Reqd
Daily brushing
