Instructions
Be a responsible breeder. Only breed a male and female that meet the requirements of the Rough Collie breed standard. A copy of the Rough Collie breed standard is available at the American Kennel Club website.
Test your breeding stock for common genetic diseases that affect the Rough Collie. Have your collies tested by a veterinary ophthalmologist for collie eye anomaly and progressive retinal atrophy before breeding.
Do the necessary checks for breeding stock for large breed dogs. The Rough Collie, being a large breed, is susceptible to hip dysplasia. Have your breeding stock x-rayed and certified by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals.
Make sure to find very good homes for any puppies you breed. It is your responsibility to diligently screen potential buyers to find the best match possible.
How to Breed Rough Collies
The Rough Collie originated in Scotland. The original collie dog was black and white and was used extensively to herd sheep. Queen Victoria favored the collie and developed the various coat colors found in the breed today. The Rough Collie has a long coat that is sable and white, tricolor, blue merle or white. The Rough Collie is 22 to 26 inches tall and weighs 50 to 75 pounds. Because of overbreeding, the collie is not the healthiest breed and requires effort to breed correctly.