Smooth Collie Forum:
Collie smooth vs rough

Hi! We are in the process of researching for the best dog for us, we have 2 children, one is 2-1/2 the other is 10 months. We are considering a collie, but what is the difference between a rough and a smooth collie?

Thanks.

I breed both rough and smooth collies, and smooths have yet to become as popular as the roughs because people want that "Lassie" look.

I tell people, however, that it is much better for the dog if you consider whether you have the time and/or money to keep your rough coated collie groomed and mat free. It is not a tough job but requires regular grooming. Smooths, on the other hand, are collies in every way--temperament, size, intelligence, trainability--but require much less grooming and never mat. Both smooths and roughs can be born in the same litter.

So, to answer your question, with a busy household such as yours, I would definitely go to the smooth variety.

Right on Lacey. Great post!

I prefer Rough collies. but like the person befor me said this all matters on time and money. Rough collies need more grooming and care. But for a family i recommend rough. I have a Rough collie and she will watch my little brothers and sisters so they wont exit the yard without elders. She also will run for help if she sees someone hurt or screeming. If you are inrerested in a Rough Collie, I have a litter of nine now and available. If you want, look up Salmon Creek Collies on google.com My email is amishuk@netzero.net or if you prefer calling my cell (360)-213-4028 Home (360)-573-5632