The Smooth Collie, also known as the “Short-haired Collie,” originates from Scotland, like its long-haired relative. Scottish shepherd dogs have been used for herding sheep for centuries.

Gage, a smooth-coated collie, needs a home.Gage is a great dog with an independent spirit. He is high energy and very active. He will need someone to help train him. Refer to the pet’s ID number ...

Sandy, who will be entered in the herding group, is Bryars’ first smooth collie. “If you are raising a dog as a show dog, you start working with them as puppies,” Bryars said.

If anything, smooth collies are suffering even more. Figures from The Kennel Club show the number of smooth collie registrations is in double-digits and there were as few as 29 registrations in 2024.

Bongo is a 6-month-old smooth collie mix who came to HSMO’s Maryland Heights shelter at the end of April as an owner surrender. He is an active puppy who loves to play with toys.

If anything, smooth collies are suffering even more. Figures from The Kennel Club show the number of smooth collie registrations is in double-digits and there were as few as 29 registrations in 2024.

In England, the Smooth Collie was appreciated early on and was included in its own judging classes at dog shows as early as 1870. On the European mainland, however, the breed remained unknown for a ...