Smooth Collie

The Smooth Collie is a graceful and intelligent breed, often admired for their striking appearance and gentle nature. Sharing a common ancestry with the Rough Collie, they are essentially the same dog with a different coat length. They are known for their loyalty, trainability, and affection towards their families, making them excellent companions.

Smooth Collies excel in various canine activities, including herding, agility, obedience, and therapy work. Their intelligence and willingness to please make them relatively easy to train. They thrive on human interaction and enjoy being involved in family activities.

The Smooth Collie originated in Scotland and England, where they were primarily used as herding dogs. They were valued for their intelligence, stamina, and ability to work closely with shepherds. Their smooth coat made them particularly well-suited to working in areas with less harsh weather conditions compared to their Rough Collie counterparts.

Queen Victoria's fondness for Collies in the 19th century significantly boosted the breed's popularity. While the Rough Collie became more widely known, the Smooth Collie continued to be appreciated for their working abilities and elegant appearance.

Today, the Smooth Collie is recognized by major kennel clubs worldwide and continues to be a cherished companion and versatile working dog.

Interesting facts about the breed

• The Smooth Collie is essentially a short-coated version of the Rough Collie.
• They were originally bred for herding livestock.
• Smooth Collies are known for their intelligence and trainability.
• They are generally good with children and other animals.
• Regular exercise and mental stimulation are important for their well-being.
• The Smooth Collie's coat requires less grooming than the Rough Collie's.