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Can smooth collies have rough puppies?
For a dog to be Smooth, it has to carry the dominant smooth gene. Roughs cannot produce a Smooth, but the Smooths can produce Roughs since Rough is carried as a recessive gene.
Is my border collie rough or smooth coat?
Rough Collies VS Smooth Collies Rough Collies are also known as the Lassie dog, long-haired Collie, Scottish Collie, and English Collie. They have a straight and dense outer coat that is coarse, but a furry, soft undercoat. Smooth Collies or short-haired Collies doesn’t have a coarse outer coat.
Are rough and smooth collies the same?
There are two types of Collie, defined by their coats: rough and smooth. the only difference is the length of the coat. The rough variety has a dense, straight, coarse outer coat and a soft, furry undercoat. The smooth variety is without the coarse outer coat.
Are rough collies aggressive?
Rough Collies are very loyal and may be one-family dogs (although most make exceptions for children), but are very rarely aggressive or protective beyond barking and providing a visual deterrent. They are typically excellent with kids. They are eager to learn and respond best to a gentle hand.
Are rough collies hyper?
Rough collies are known for being extremely energetic as puppies. Their natural herding instincts are strong and can result in nipping at heels and other herding behavior. Collies especially need extra exercise including long walks and playtime.
Are smooth collies good family dogs?
The Smooth Collie is generally a sociable, easily trained family dog. Although not an aggressive breed, they are alert and vocal, making them both good watchdogs if well trained and potential nuisances if allowed to bark indiscriminately. Collies are agile and active dogs and need regular exercise in some way.
Do smooth collies bark a lot?
Unhappiness can result in chronic barking or destructive chewing. Rough and Smooth Collies have a soft, sweet personality. The most common behavioral issue is excessive barking, typically when bored and left outside, or when left alone too much.