They are intelligent, quick learners who seek affection.
Collies are relatively calm, yet responsive and alert.
They are also very eager to please their owners. They are also known to do well in obedience training as long as the sessions are interesting and short. Not all Collies are good with children if not exposed to them at a young age, so they should be properly socialized. They are affectionate with children, families, and most animals. They may be reserved with strangers, barking as watchdogs do, though they are rarely violent or aggressive.