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Compare Rough Collie and Smooth Collie. Which is better: Rough Collie or Smooth Collie or Border Collie?
Name | Rough Collie | Smooth Collie | Border Collie |
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Group | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 40 | 354 | 38 |
Reviews | 6 | 2 | 13 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie breeds. |
English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie | Short-Haired Collie |
Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which breed is the largest? | Large | Large | Large |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) | Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) | Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) | Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) | Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Rough Collie or Smooth Collie or Border Collie? Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie height comparison: | Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) | Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) | Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) | Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) | Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) |
Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Find price differences between these breeds. | $400-$600 | $400-$600 | $600-$800 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Rough Collie or Smooth Collie or Border Collie? | Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get. | Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed. | Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get. |
Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which breed ranks highest? | Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed. | Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed. | Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which is easiest to train? | Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train. | Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train. | Border Collie dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which breed is most alert? | Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which breed is most protective? | Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie? Compare temperaments. |
Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Elegant Hard working Herding |
Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social |
Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Rough Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Sensitive: Smooth Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie? | High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie social needs comparison: | Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. | Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. | Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Smooth Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Border Collie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. |
Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which breed is most vocal? | Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks. | Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed. | Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which breed is most playful? | The Rough Collie is a playful breed. | The Smooth Collie is a playful breed. | The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rough Collie indoors. | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Smooth Collie indoors. | It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home. |
Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which breed is most flexible? | Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Smooth Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Rough Collie or Smooth Collie or Border Collie? | Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Smooth Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Smooth Collie has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which uses mouth most during play? | Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Smooth Collie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Smooth Collie bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary. |
Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which breed lives longest? |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which has fewer health issues? | The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Smooth Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome | Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans |
Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which breed is most active? | Rough Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Smooth Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Smooth Collie or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Smooth Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Smooth Collie or Border Collie? | Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Smooth Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which needs most food? | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. |
Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. What colors are available? | White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle | White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle |
Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which requires most maintenance? | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which drools least? | The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry |
Dense Thick Flat |
Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Rough Collie or Smooth Collie or Border Collie? Rough Collie or Smooth Collie or {name3 shedding: | Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders. | Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders. | Border Collie dogs shed moderately. |
Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which is best with kids? | Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Smooth Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Smooth Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Rough Collie or Smooth Collie or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly? | Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Smooth Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Rough Collie or Smooth Collie or Border Collie? | Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Smooth Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Rough Collie or Smooth Collie or Border Collie? | Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Smooth Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie? |
Yes Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Smooth Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Smooth Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Smooth Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for service work? | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which excels in therapy work? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which has best nose work ability? | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Smooth Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which has most military use? | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which has most puppies? | 4-8 puppies | 4-8 puppies | 4-8 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Rough Collie vs Smooth Collie vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Rough Collie, Smooth Collie, and Border Collie. Which has most recognition? |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The American Int. Border Collie Registry The American Border Collie Association |
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