longer. They have a square head, moderate stop, and dropping ears of medium size. The pigmentation of the nose, lips and eyes follow and match the color of the individual dog's coat. Both scissor and level bites are accepted, although level bites are generally considered undesirable. The Bearded Collie has a level back and low tail carriage. The tail must never be carried over the back. Their gait is supple, smooth and long-reaching, covering ground with little effort.

The Bearded Collie has