Friendly
Gentle
Intelligent
Loyal
Protective
Responsive
Social
Hard working
Docile
Obedient
Elegant
Herding

Active
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Willful

Collies shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

German Wirehaired Labs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Collie, Sheepdog

German Wirehaired Pointer, Labrador Retriever

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1800s

2000s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Sable
Blue

Black
Brown
White
Pied

Collies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

German Wirehaired Labs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

A Collie can have a litter of 14-16 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 German Wirehaired Lab can have a litter of 6-10 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.

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

German Wirehaired Labs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Collie Eye Anomaly

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Allergies
Skin Problems
Dermatomyositis
Nasal Solar Dermatitis

Entropion
Cataracts

Eye
Blood Test
(Dna Test For Pra)
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

X-Rays
Fluorescein Test
Full Physical Examination

Collie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

German Wirehaired Lab has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Collies have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

German Wirehaired Labs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Walks, Training, Tasking, Public Access, Walk, Run, Playing, Petting, Walking, Eating Snacks, Runnig, Snow, Fetch, Runn, Feeding, Going on walks, Camping, Hiking, Swimming

Playing Ball, Fetch, Hiking, Walks, Swimming, Hunting, Catch balls, Fetch bumper, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Tag, Running, Road trip, Tracking, Tricks, Tug, Obstacles, Rides, Trackin, 4 months, Cuddles

Collies are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

German Wirehaired Labs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Collie, it's at least 10 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 German Wirehaired Lab, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Collies usually need at least 45 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 German Wirehaired Labs usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The German Wirehaired Lab has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-75 pound (27 - 34 kg) Collie feed 3.2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 65-80 pound (29 - 36 kg) German Wirehaired Lab feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Collie is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a German Wirehaired Lab is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Collie is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a German Wirehaired Lab is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

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

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

Collies make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

German Wirehaired Labs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Collies are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

German Wirehaired Labs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

German Wirehaired Labs are highly friendly around strangers.

Collies are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

German Wirehaired Labs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.