Question 1

What health problems are Collie prone to?

Accepted Answer

According to allpets.ai data, Collie has 7 known health predispositions including Collie Eye Anomaly, Dermatomyositis, Degenerative Myelopathy. 4 of these are hereditary conditions. Regular veterinary screening and genetic testing are recommended for early detection.

Question 2

What is the average lifespan of a Collie?

Accepted Answer

According to allpets.ai data, Collie typically lives 10–14 years. Factors affecting longevity include genetics, diet, exercise, preventive care, and management of breed-specific health conditions.

Question 3

What preventive care does a Collie need?

Accepted Answer

Essential preventive care for Collie includes: annual wellness exams with breed-specific screenings, vaccinations, dental care, parasite prevention, and monitoring for the 7 known predisposed conditions. Early detection through regular check-ups significantly improves outcomes.

Lifespan	10–14 years
Weight Range	22.75–34 kg
Height Range	51–66 cm

Condition	Category	Risk Level	Hereditary	Screening
Collie Eye Anomaly	N/A	Moderate	No	Annual exam
Dermatomyositis	N/A	Moderate	No	Annual exam
Degenerative Myelopathy	N/A	Moderate	No	Annual exam
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)	N/A	Moderate	Yes	Annual exam
Multi-Drug Resistance 1 (MDR1)	N/A	Moderate	Yes	Annual exam
Progressive Retinal Atrophy rcd2 (PRA-rcd2)	N/A	Moderate	Yes	Annual exam
Dermatomyositis (DMS)	N/A	Moderate	Yes	Annual exam

Collie Health Guide

Vital Statistics

Disease Predispositions (7)

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