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. They quickly respond to commands and are amazing problem-solvers. Their intelligence, independence, and responsiveness are the characteristics that continue to make them very popular companion dogs. The Smooth-Coated Collie was better suited to driving sheep to market, a job that required constant, steady movement and subjected him to overheating.
Collies thrive on variety and new challenges.
Smooth Coated Collies will grow to a height of 22 to 25 inches and will weigh in between 50 and 75 pounds. Their coats are less abundant than the Rough Coated variety, and it is hard, and smooth. Collies became popular in the 19th century, when they were used as herding dogs in the border counties of northern England and Scotland. Queen Victoria is said to have saved the breed from extinction after she observed them and fell in love with them. Relatively Difficult They will shed once a year, and you should use a shedding rake to remove the undercoat.