By John WIlliams
Dog bathing is a must when living with a dog.  Dogs naturally get smelly and are not like cats in being able to wash themselves well and be hygienic, this is why collie owners have to look after their collie’s hygiene for them once in a while.
Dog bathing should take place when your [...]

When you see a collie on the street, the first thing you usually notice is how healthy and gorgeous he looks. Before you can even tell what the demeanor of the collie is like, it’s their magnificent coat that gets your attention first and foremost. And while it might seem like a superficial detail, the [...]

There’s no doubt. Fleas can be the bane of a dog’s (and dog owner’s) existence. The little critters are pretty amazing. They’ve got six tiny legs and no wings, yet they can leap tall dogs in a single bound. Scientists have identified nearly 2,000 species of fleas, but ironically, it’s Ctenocephalides felis — the cat [...]

Before purchasing your collie, certain equipment is needed, especially if you are a first time dog owner.
Basic Necessities
Food - a premium, dry dog kibble is a good start (read the lable!), and yes, healthy human food is a perfectly fine companion in their diet (notice, this does exclude junk food and fried foods)
Shelter - collies [...]

In this article, you can find information on:
What are fleas?Causes of flea allergy dermatitisFlea allergy dermatitis symptoms
Secondary infections linked to flea allergy
Flea allergy dermatitis treatment
We also included a section on the products which will help guard your collie against flea allergy dermatitis.What are Fleas?
Fleas are small, brown, wingless parasitic insects that feed on the blood of [...]

Bad collie breath can be a bad problem for your collie and you, at times a collie’s breath an be unbearable and make bonding with your collie a chore you’d rather avoid at all costs. This may not be due to your collie and more down to the care you did not realized that your [...]

Ticks are a nasty little arachnid pest that attach to your dog and can be very irritating and soar for your pet. They carry many different diseases that can be mildly dangerous to your dog and other members of your household. Some diseases take up to twenty four hours to pass on to their host [...]

Author: Xavier Gallery
Dental care is important responsibility for collie owners, but too many owners are not familiar with the steps to maintaining the dental hygiene of their dog. Your dogs’ mouth is a breeding ground for bacteria, and even though their natural defense systems are very effective, certain issues can spiral out of control if [...]

Author: Robin Darch
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Collies come in two different varieties, “smooth” and “rough.” Rough collies require much more grooming, but smoothes do need to be groomed regularly to keep their coats healthy. Collies have a double coat of hair, meaning there is a thick undercoat and an outer coat of thinner and flatter hair.
A smooth collie has [...]

by: George Mello
Many people overlook the importance of grooming their dog to their overall health and well-being. Grooming is an essential part of caring for your dog, and should be done on a regular basis for the best results. Some of the benefits your pet will reap are increased skin oils resulting in a beautiful, [...]