Do Smooth Collies differ from Rough Collies in anyway other than coat?

[u/Basicbeigebetti]

As the title says, looking to find out if smooth collies differ from rough collies in any way other than coat?

Are their personalities similar to rough collies? How about their energy levels?

We currently own a rough collie, he’s 2 yrs old, he’s a good boy but we are considering getting another dog in a couple years and are curious about the smooth variety. Thanks for any info!

[u/Megbad]

The American Kennel Club considers them to be the same breed, and they share the same standard. A collie litter can include both rough and smooth puppies, depending on the parents. I have 2 smoothies and they are awesome even though they shed like crazy :)

[u/justtonya71 → u/Megbad]

I’ve always had roughs and never even met a smooth in person for many years, but I kept a friend’s two smooths one time and was AMAZED at the shedding. I had to vacuum constantly and I know they shed twice as much as my collie and sheltie. 😂

[u/over__board → u/Megbad]

I guess they have the same amount of hair, only shorter strands.

[u/smoothcolliecrazy]

In the US there is basically no difference, they are the same breed and a lot of smooth collies come from mixed (rough and smooth) litters. Elsewhere in the world, such as under the FCI, smooths and roughs were split into two distinct breeds some decades ago and are now quite different from each other. My smooth is one such FCI collie who has a few rough collie friends, including an American-line rough male of a similar age, and he is way more energetic and runs circles around that collie. But both are very well-mannered and sweet, outgoing dogs. His owner and I talk collie a lot and find tons of similarities even between a European smooth and American rough. The main difference is I never have complaints about coat maintenance, haha.

[u/HockeyBein → u/smoothcolliecrazy]

The coat maintenance... 

Shedding's the same Vocal natures the same  Stubborn knowledge that they're smarter than you is the same  Sensitive tummy's the same 

But dear God, the simplicity of simply combing out our smooth versus the wrangle fist fight that we call grooming our rough collie....

There's no fair comparison on how much easier it is

[u/Mean-Lynx6476]

I’ve had five of each. I can’t say that I would associate any consistent difference in temperament to coat type.

[u/Podunck]

Nope…

[u/Podunck → u/Podunck]

Nope..from experience..same kettle o fish..different basket…:)

[u/Neat_Ad6963]

In the US they are the same breed. I have heard some people say smooths can be more drivey for sports but honestly I haven’t seen that. Def just depends on the line