Collie Puppies for Sale
Recognized by: AKC, FCI, KC, UKC
About the Collie
The Collie is the elegant, sweet-natured herding dog made famous by Lassie, prized for its gentle disposition and deep devotion to family. Available in rough (long) and smooth coats, the breed is sensitive, intuitive, and genuinely eager to please, which makes it one of the more trainable herding breeds and a wonderful, patient companion for children. Collies bond closely with their people and can be vocal, often barking to alert or when understimulated. The coat needs regular brushing to prevent matting and to manage heavy seasonal shedding. Prospective buyers should learn about two inherited conditions common to the breed, the MDR1 drug-sensitivity mutation and Collie Eye Anomaly, and choose a breeder who DNA-tests for both.
Every dog is an individual — genetics, socialization, health, training, and environment matter more than breed averages.
Typical tendencies
Scored against PuppyList’s editorial rubric. Tendencies, not guarantees.
Exercise needsTypical
Energy levelTypical
TrainabilityDefining trait
Grooming effortHigher than most
SheddingHigher than most
BarkingHigher than most
Apartment fitTypical
Good with childrenDefining trait
Good with other dogsHigher than most
First-time ownersHigher than most
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Exceptional Purebred Rough Collie Puppy – The Perfect Companion
maleSable
Collie Crew
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Rough Collie (Joffrey)
maleBrown, White, and Black, with Merle spots
PrineCrest Collies
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Where this breed shines
- Gentle, sensitive, and exceptionally devoted to family and children
- Highly trainable and eager to please among herding breeds
- Adaptable companion that can suit a range of active households
Things to consider
- Tendency to bark, especially when bored or under-exercised
- Rough coat requires regular brushing and manages heavy seasonal shedding
- MDR1 mutation is common in the breed and affects sensitivity to several common drugs
History
The Collie developed as a hardy sheepdog in the highlands of Scotland and northern England. The breed rose dramatically in popularity after Queen Victoria admired the dogs at Balmoral in the mid-1800s, and later through Lassie in film and television. The American Kennel Club recognized the Collie in 1885.
Temperament
Collies are gentle, devoted, and remarkably intuitive, forming strong bonds with their families. Sensitive and eager to please, they respond beautifully to positive training and are famously good with children. They can be alert and vocal, tending to bark to signal activity or when bored.
Questions to ask a Collie breeder
- Have both parents been DNA-tested for MDR1 and for Collie Eye Anomaly?
- Were the puppies examined by a veterinary ophthalmologist for CEA at a young age?
- Can you provide OFA or comparable health clearances for the sire and dam?
Health considerations to discuss
MDR1 drug sensitivity. Educational, non-diagnostic; a DNA test identifies the MDR1 mutation, which is highly prevalent in Collies and guides safe medication choices.
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA). Educational, non-diagnostic; DNA testing and a veterinary ophthalmologist eye exam help identify this inherited condition.
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA). Educational, non-diagnostic; DNA testing and CAER eye exams support screening for inherited retinal disease.
Informational only — always consult a veterinarian and ask breeders for documentation. Sources: AKC Collie breed overview · OFA health testing database — written by PuppyList editorial
Questions worth asking about any Collie litter
- Can I see the puppy and its mother — in person or on a live video call?
- What health checks, vaccinations, and vet visits has this litter had?
- How was the litter raised and socialized?
- What paperwork comes with the puppy (health records, registry papers if applicable)?
- What is your deposit, payment, and pickup/transport process?
Frequently asked questions
How do I buy a Collie puppy on PuppyList?
Browse the Collie listings on this page, open one to see photos, details, and the breeder's information, then contact the breeder directly. PuppyList is a marketplace — you arrange the purchase with the breeder yourself.
How much do Collie puppies cost?
Listed puppies currently range from $100 to $1,500. Each breeder sets their own price, which varies with the puppy's age, lineage, and location.
How can I tell if a Collie breeder is trustworthy?
Contact the breeder, ask for recent photos or a video of the actual puppy, and confirm details before you commit. Never send money before verifying. See our listing guidelines for the full buyer-safety checklist.