Available dogs: 4
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
A formidable livestock guardian with a calm presence.
SizeLarge
GroupPastoral
Lifespan10–12 Years
Rough Collie Rescue Dogs in the UK
We can't find any Rough Collie dogs looking for a home right now.
You can look for other dog breeds, or sign up to get notifications when a Rough Collie becomes available.
Rough Collie
A graceful long-coated herding dog made famous by Lassie.
The Rough Collie is an intelligent and devoted breed, best known for its loyalty, elegance, and distinctive long coat. It excels in family environments and gets along well with children and other pets.
Quick Facts
- Size
- Large
- Breed Group
- Pastoral
- Lifespan
- 12–15 Years
- Exercise Needs
- Up to 1 hour per day
- Grooming Needs
- High
- Shedding
- Yes
- Barking Tendency
- Medium
- Trainability
- Very intelligent and trainable. Excels in obedience and enjoys mental challenges.
- Temperament
- Gentle, intelligent, and loyal. Friendly with children and other animals.
FAQ
How can I find a Rough Collie near me?
We can't find any Rough Collie dogs looking for a home right now. You can see if there are any international dogs looking for a home in the UK instead, or sign up to get notifications when a new Rough Collie is added to Rescue Finder.
How many Rough Collie dogs are in rescue?
There aren't any Rough Collie dogs looking for a home on Rescue Finder right now.
How do I adopt a Rough Collie?
The process to adopt a dog varies from charity to charity, but the process is usually similar. If you've found a dog you'd like to adopt or learn more about, be sure to click through to the charity and follow their adoption process. We've also written a detailed guide on what the adoption process usually involves that you can check out here if you'd like to learn more.
How much does it cost to adopt a Rough Collie?
The cost of adopting a dog can vary, but is usually between £150 and £450. Some factors that can influence the cost include the dogs age and the charity that is looking after them. You can speak to the charity about their adoption fees.
Can I adopt a Rough Collie puppy?
We can't find any Rough Collie puppies at the moment, but new dogs are added to Rescue Finder each day so be sure to check back another time.
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