Bearded Collie

Bearded Collie
Other names
  • Highland Collie
  • Mountain Collie
  • Hairy Mou'ed Collie
Common nicknamesBeardie
OriginScotland
Traits
Height Males
53–56 cm (21–22 in)
Females
51–56 cm (20–22 in)
Weight
18–27 kg (40–60 lb)
Coat long double coat with furnishings
Colour black, blue, brown, or fawn with white or tan markings
Litter size 4-12 pups
Kennel club standards
The Kennel Club standard
Fédération Cynologique Internationale standard
Dog (domestic dog)

The Bearded Collie or Beardie is a British breed of herding dog of collie type. It was formerly used primarily by Scottish shepherds, but now commonly kept as a family companion.

Weights are usually in the range 18–27 kg (40–60 lb), while height at the withers varies from about 51 to 56 cm (20 to 22 in).