Bearded Collie has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Koolie has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Active
Lively
Alert
Intelligent
Assertive
Confident

Dominant
Dedicated
Temperate
Diligent
Intelligent
Affectionate

Bearded Collies are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Koolies are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Scotland

Australia

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Collie-type Herding Dog, Dingo

Herding (AKC:1976 & UKC)

Working, Herding

Blue
Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Blue
Black
Brown

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

Blue
Fawn
Brown
Black

Black
Brown
Red
Blue

Bearded Collies are known for their coat length.

Koolies have short coats.

A Bearded Collie can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Koolie can have a litter of 16-18 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Bearded Collies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Koolies are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Deafness
Congenital Eye Defects

Pemphigus
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Corneal Dystrophy

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Skin Allergies

Hip
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
BAER Testing
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Bearded Collies need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Koolies require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Bearded Collie minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Koolie has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

The Bearded Collie is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Koolies bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Cuddling, Sniffing

Herding

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bearded Collie, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Koolie, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bearded Collies usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Koolies usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Bearded Collies have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Koolie has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Bearded Collie is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Koolies are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Bearded Collies can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Koolies are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Bearded Collies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Koolies are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Bearded Collies are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Koolies are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Bearded Collies are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Koolies are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Bearded Collies are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Koolies have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Bearded Collies are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Koolies are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.