Are there any negative aspects of collie ownership?
The most important thing to realize when considering ownership of a collie (or any breed) is the amount of real time required to care for the new puppy or dog. The prospective owner should evaluate his own schedule and lifestyle to determine if there is the time to housebreak and train a new puppy. Is someone available at home to feed and socialize him? Will he spend long hours at home alone while everyone is at work? Will someone be able to properly groom the dog or will a professional groomer be used? Is there money in the household budget for this service as well as for routine and emergency veterinary care? Food, toys, beds, brushes, leashes and other equipment will also need to be purchased. With the addition of any new canine family member to the household, there will be some shedding on carpeting and furniture. Soft floaty hairs from the rough collie and short, slick hairs from the smooth collie will become part of life. Too, some individual collies love to BARK – so bear in min
