Best Dog Food for Collies

A Collie weighing 50 to 75 lbs needs roughly 1500 to 2250 calories per day, depending on age and how active they are. Split that into two meals. Use a slow feeder or puzzle bowl to reduce the risk of bloat.

Collies are known to develop Collie Eye Anomaly, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Dermatomyositis. Look for foods that address these: and omega-3 fatty acids for overall health.

Collies do well on 22–26% protein. The first ingredient should be a named meat like chicken, beef, fish, or lamb. Skip foods where corn, wheat, or soy is listed first.

Collies are a bigger breed, so keep them on puppy food longer. 12 to 24 months is the usual range because their bones need time to finish developing. Your vet can check growth progress and give you a more exact timeline.

Same as all dogs: chocolate, grapes, raisins, xylitol (check sugar-free gum labels), onions, garlic, macadamia nuts, and cooked bones. Collies can get into things fast, so keep these stored where they can't reach.

Collies live about 12 to 14 years, so they start hitting senior territory around age 9. That's when you might want to look at lower-calorie formulas with joint support and easier-to-digest protein.