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Bearded collie
A dog breed
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Weight
27–32 kg
Size
Large
Lifespan
9–12 ans
Energy
Élevé
Coat
Slate grey, reddish fawn, black, blue, all shades of grey, brown and sable, with or without marks
Maintenance
Élevé
Training
Très élevé
The Bearded Collie (sometimes called bearded colley, bearded collie, or more briefly beardy) is a herding dog breed of Scottish or English origin. An active dog, it can be put to work guarding sheep, or as a companion dog. Its coat requires regular maintenance. This dog is particularly docile, calm with children.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Élevé
Trainability
Très élevé
Maintenance
Élevé
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Large size (27–32 kg): plan for space, exercise and food budget.
- 2Life expectancy: 9 to 12 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
- 3High energy level — at least 1 hour of activity per day for their wellbeing.
- 4Regular grooming — brushing 3 to 5 times per week.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Bearded collie
Origins & history
A story told
This dog breed was in vogue in the 1980s, along with the Bobtail. Its relative difficulty of maintenance led it to be replaced by other smaller or short-haired breeds. Among its ancestors are probably Polish sheepdogs, Scottish sheepdogs, and Bobtails. This dog was used to drive herds of sheep in the Highlands: its trace is found in this role as early as the sixteenth century. After the Second World War, at the end of the 1940s and beginning of the 1950s, an English breeder, G.O Willson, is at the origin of the subjects as we know them today.
Character
Daily temperament
This dog is full of energy and needs exercise, it is not suitable for elderly and inactive owners, who experience difficulties moving around. It is affectionate and appreciates the company of children. It is a calm and non-aggressive dog.
Physical
Breed standard
It is a medium-sized dog with a body longer than it is high, of solid construction: it measures 51 to 53 cm for the female and 53 to 56 cm for the male, with a weight of 20 to 30 kg. It has long hair, a soft and tight undercoat, including under the mouth: it seems to wear a beard. Its ears are drooping, of medium size.
Chapter 2
Daily life
What if you adopted your future companion?
The Bearded collie of your dreams may already be waiting in a shelter. Hundreds of bearded collie (and equally wonderful crossbreeds) are looking for a family in France — every adoption starts a new story.
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What human age for a bearded collie ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 9–12 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
23 à 44 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.
Equivalent human age
30years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +6 per year for a grand dog.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Health
Health watch
Its coat requires regular maintenance. Its coat should be brushed every two days and combed, so that its hair does not form knots. It lives on average between 12 and 14 years. It has fairly solid health. It can, however, be affected by an eye disease, progressive retinal atrophy, and suffer from hip dysplasia. Its ears should also be inspected regularly as it is prone to ear infections.
Alert
To avoid for dog
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- maltitolModerate
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a bearded collie ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
326 g
per day · 1240 kcal
163 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
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Frequently asked questions about Bearded collie
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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