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Collie
A gentle, intelligent and sensitive herding dog that is responsive, family-oriented and available in rough- and smooth-coated varieties.
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Score overview
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Health 3/5 The Collie has a moderate health profile. Conditions to monitor include Collie eye anomaly, progressive retinal atrophy, MDR1 drug sensitivity, degenerative myelopathy and hip dysplasia. Recommended preventive care includes relevant DNA testing, specialist eye examinations and hip assessment in breeding lines, with medication choices informed by the dog's MDR1 status. Advantages Things to consider
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