• Fact 2 - Description and Definition of Bearded Collies: This medium sized, old, strong breed of dog is a a silky-coated sheepdog with a long ruff and long narrow head developed in Scotland possessing the ability to control the movement of other animals.
  • Name origin: Collies were originally colored black and the word "collie" has the same root as "coal"
  • Its long hair hangs over the chin hence the name 'Bearded Collie'
  • Bearded Collies are cheerful and affectionate nature with high energy levels
• Fact 3 - Size: The weight of Bearded Collies range from 40 - 60 pounds
• Fact 4 - Size: The height of Bearded Collies range from 20 - 22 inches, up to the shoulder
• Fact 5 - Alternative Names of Bearded Collies and Nicknames: Beard Collie, Highland Sheepdog and the Highland Collie
• Fact 6 - Coat and colors of Bearded Collies: The weatherproof top coat is normally silky, flat and shaggy and comes in a range of colors including grey, fawn, black, blue, brown or sandy with or without white markings
• Fact 7 - Life of Bearded Collies: the life expectancy of this breed of dog is between 14 - 16 years
• Fact 8 - The names of dog breeds are separated into different dog types which are referred to as Dog Groups. The name of the dog group for Bearded Collies is the Herding dog breed
• Fact 9 - After the first year of life, dogs are considered to be adults - they equivalent to 16 human years!
• Fact 10 - Choosing Bearded Collies as pets! The following considerations should be taken into account when choosing this particular breed of dog as a pet:
  • How much it will cost to feed and train the dog?
  • How much time will it take to groom the dog?
  • How much time will it take to exercise the dog on a daily basis?
  • Are Bearded Collies suitable for children?
  • How much will it cost for vet bills, pet or dog health insurance, medication and vaccinations?
• Fact 11 - Every breed of dog is susceptible to certain health problems and illnesses. Bearded Collies are prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
  • - Hip Dysplasia (abnormal development of hip joints)
• Fact 12 - Bearded Collies were first recognized by the AKC in 1976
• Fact 13 - Breeding Bearded Collies for appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century
• Fact 14 - It is estimated that 85% of dogs visit a vet in a year
• Fact 15 - The average cost of owning a medium sized dog, over a 10 year period, is estimated as over $13,000! This provides a good idea of how much it costs to raise Bearded Collies

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