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Smooth Collie
dog breed
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Weight
5–30 kg
Size
Medium
Lifespan
11–14 ans
Energy
Élevé
Origin
Écosse
Coat
Sable and white, tricolour or blue merle.
Maintenance
Élevé
Training
Très élevé
The Smooth Collie is a dog breed of shepherd dog born in Scotland and selected in England in the 19th century. The Smooth Collie is sometimes considered as a simple variant of the Rough Collie, or as a distinct breed.
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
- 1Medium size (5–30 kg) — balance between presence and practicality.
- 2Life expectancy: 11 to 14 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 Smooth Collie
Character
Daily temperament
The Smooth Collie is an easy dog to train and ideal for family life. It generally gets along well with other animals and its peers. This intelligent dog loves to please its owner and requires gentle training. It can be very vocal, making it a good guardian. Collies are agile and active dogs and need regular exercise (walks, agility or other canine sports).
What if you adopted your future companion?
The Smooth Collie of your dreams may already be waiting in a shelter. Hundreds of smooth 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 smooth collie ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 11–14 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
10 à 22 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.
Equivalent human age
29years
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 +5 per year for a moyen 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.
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 smooth collie ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
221 g
per day · 839 kcal
111 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Smooth Collie
Does the Short-haired Collie suit apartment living?+
How much exercise per day for a Short-haired Collie?+
What is the life expectancy of a Short-haired Collie?+
Is the Short-haired Collie good with children?+
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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