SIZE: HEIGHT: Dogs:56-61cm [22-24in] at shoulder
Bitches:51-56cm [20-22in].

The Rough Collie is a worker and must never be dismissed as a only a pretty face. It should appear as a dog of great beauty standing with impassive dignity with no part out of proportion to the whole. There should be no trace of exaggeration. It should have a friendly disposition with no sign of nervousness or aggressiveness. The coat will not look glamorous as a result of negligence; grooming is hard work, but that work is very rewarding. The Rough Collie does not seem to demand vast amounts of exercise but care must be taken to stop him from gaining too much weight.

The three recognised colours [UK] are Sable & White/Tricolour and Blue Merle. All should have typical white collie markings to a greater or lesser degree.