Collie Health

Collies are generally healthy dogs, although there are some diseases associated with this breed such as hip dysplasia and collie eye anomaly.

Coping When Your Collie Dies

Author: Kadence Buchanan
Loosing your collie is a horrifying experience.  Not one word can describe the feeling of loss and grief associated with having to say goodbye forever to your collie. But those who have managed to go through this experience state that there are ways to ease the pain after their collie dies.

Allow time to [...]

Dental Care Tips For Your Collie

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 [...]

Dog Allergy - Treatment And Prevention

by: Dermot Condell
We know enough to care for our skin and keep dermatitis at bay. Just as in humans a dog allergy can be very painful and uncomfortable. A dog allergy can be extremely trying for both dog and owner. Unlike dogs, we look after our allergies, mainly because we are able to.
It’s quite possible, [...]

Dog Vaccinations Defined

by: Debbie Ray
Knowing what to vaccinate for and how often to give your dog vaccines are two very important questions that every dog owner must deal with. It is very important to vaccinate your dog. This is also a very important part of any dog health care program. Regular vaccinations can prevent your dog from [...]

Dog Years / Human Years

Dog Years / Human Years

Photo by Gwyrah
The life expectancy of any dog is commonly expressed in terms of dog years by us and it depends entirely on the dog’s breed, size as well as the dog’s surroundings. Various other factors affect the life expectancy of a dog. A dog’s life span changes according to the diet provided to him [...]

Flea Allergy in 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 [...]

Flea Remedy – What Effective Products Available?

by: Ann Wong
Summer brings holiday joy for most people but not exactly so for dog owners. In fact, it may well be the busiest time of the year for all dog owners and the cause of this is Fleas!
Dog Owners are most likely to see their dogs scratching frantically and having skin rashes at its [...]

Holiday Dangers: The Top Three Threats To Your Dog This Winter

By Lisa Failla
The Holidays can be such a joyous time of year. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukah, Kwanzaa or none of the above there are plenty of ways to enjoy the holidays with your whole family and that includes your collie. To be on the safe side, it is important to know that while there [...]

Home Remedies for Fleas

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 [...]

Homemade Collie Dog Food

Has the recent spate of dog food recalls gotten you paranoid about what actually goes into your best buddy’s furry body?  Do you know what by-products are?  Ever heard of 4D meat that is used in dog food?  Wondering how to make homemade dog food so you can say goodbye forever to commercial, and often [...]

Household Toxins for Your Collie to Avoid

Collies are curious animals, and like most dogs, they like to explore their world by chewing. Sometimes, a collie grows into such a permanent habit of chewing anything in their way - a habit which may prove hazardous.  A collie owner must train their collie to stop chewing anything that comes on their way and also [...]

How Often is a Female Collie in Heat / Season?

You should consider your female collie to be “in season” for 21 days: 7 days coming into heat, 7 days in heat, 7 days going out.   Conception is most likely during the middle 7 days - but remember, Mother Nature doesn’t always follow the rules. Confine your pet for the entire 3 weeks, especially if it’s [...]

How to Help Your Collie Lose Weight

by: Emma Snow
Obesity is on the rise for canines. The reasons for this influx are similar to those that humans experience, too much food and too little exercise. The results of obesity are similar for your canine friends too. Studies reveal that 25% of overweight dogs experience severe joint problems. This effects there daily activities [...]

How to Safely Feed Your Collie A Homemade Diet.

by: Kathy Coffey
With the pet food recall mounting, many pet owners are turning to their kitchen to try to keep their pet safe. There are many great books out there containing recipes for homemade dog foods. Just remember to keep a few basic facts in mind when choosing the ones that are right for your [...]

Intro to Collie Health

The Collie’s health is about in the middle of the various breeds with several fairly common inheritable diseases. Skin and eye problems, seizures, allergies, Dermatomyositis (DM), 
Collie Nose, hypothyroidism, heart disease, bloat, and poor temperament (most often excessive shyness) are
some common troubles. A Collie from a good breeder or rescuer should have been checked for the most [...]