Rough Collie Puppies for Sale in Birmingham
The Midlands' biggest city and a central meeting point for buyers travelling across England. The Rough Collie is the classic long-coated Scottish herding dog — gentle, sensitive and famously good with children.
Quick answer
How much do Rough Collie puppies cost in Birmingham?
Rough Collie puppies typically cost £800–£1,800 in Birmingham. Sellers must be verified before advertising on PetTrader, puppies and kittens cannot be sold under 8 weeks old, and Rough Collies live around 12–14 years. Always view the animal at the seller's home with its mother before paying.
- Typical price
- £800–£1,800
- Lifespan
- 12–14 years
- Size
- Large (51–61cm)
- Exercise
- 60–90 minutes daily
Live Rough Collie listings in Birmingham
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Buying a Rough Collie in Birmingham
Rough Collie adverts in Birmingham come from local breeders, private owners and rescues, who are asked to complete a photo ID and live selfie check — look for the Verified badge. Typical prices sit around £800–£1,800, and demand in and around Birmingham means good litters are often reserved quickly — message the seller through PetTrader rather than paying a deposit off-site.
Check the seller's badges
Look for Verified, Licensed Breeder, KC Registered or Insured badges on Birmingham adverts — each one is confirmed by our team against uploaded paperwork.
View at the seller's home
Under Lucy's Law, puppies must be seen with their mother at the place they were bred. Never meet at a car park, station or motorway services near Birmingham.
Ask for local paperwork
Request the microchip number, vet records, worming and vaccination dates, plus the council licence number if the seller is a licensed breeder in Birmingham.
Set your travel radius
Use the distance filter with your postcode to see Rough Collie adverts within 10, 25 or 50 miles of Birmingham instead of scrolling the whole country.
Budget beyond the price
On top of the £800–£1,800 purchase price, plan for insurance, food, vaccinations and neutering — ongoing costs in Birmingham are usually higher than rural areas.
Pay safely
Keep conversations in PetTrader messaging, never pay by bank transfer to hold an animal you haven't seen, and report anything that feels wrong to our team.
Read the full pet buying safety guide or browse all pets for sale in Birmingham.
About the Rough Collie
Temperament
Gentle, loyal, sensitive
Size
Large (51–61cm)
Lifespan
12–14 years
Exercise needs
60–90 minutes daily
Grooming
High — heavy coat, big seasonal moult
Best suited to
Families, calm households
What to know before buying a Rough Collie in Birmingham
- •Ask for MDR1 and eye test results
- •Barks at movement — train early
- •One of the most child-tolerant large breeds
- •Always view the animal in person at the seller's home before paying a deposit.
Rough Collie buying questions
How much do Rough Collie puppies cost in the UK?+
Rough Collie puppies typically sell for £800–£1,800 in the UK. Prices move with health testing, Kennel Club registration, pedigree lines and location. Vaccinations, microchipping, worming and a vet check should all be included in the price.
What should I ask a Rough Collie breeder before buying?+
Ask to see the puppy with its mother in the home where it was bred, request health test certificates for both parents, confirm the microchip is registered and the first vaccination is done, and check the breeder holds a council licence if they breed regularly. Never pay a deposit before visiting in person.
Is a Rough Collie a good family pet?+
Rough Collies suit families who can meet their exercise, training and grooming needs. Match the breed to your home, your daily routine and the age of your children rather than to looks alone.
Where can I find Rough Collie puppies for sale near me?+
Browse the live Rough Collie adverts on this page, then filter by county or town. Adverts come from licensed breeders, private sellers and rescues, and sellers on PetTrader are asked to complete a photo-ID check — look for the Verified badge.
What age can a Rough Collie puppy legally leave its mother?+
Under Lucy's Law it is illegal in England to sell a puppy under 8 weeks old, and puppies must be sold by the breeder from the place they were born, with the mother present. Walk away from any seller who will not show you the mother.
Are there Rough Collie puppies for sale in Birmingham right now?+
Live Rough Collie listings in Birmingham are shown at the top of this page. Availability changes regularly, so check back or widen your search to nearby areas if nothing is listed today.
How far should I travel to buy a Rough Collie near Birmingham?+
Most UK buyers travel up to an hour to view a puppy or kitten. Always view the animal at the seller's home with its mother before paying anything — never arrange a meeting in a car park or service station.
Are Rough Collie sellers in Birmingham checked by PetTrader?+
We ask every seller advertising in Birmingham to complete a photo ID and live selfie check, and breeders add their council licence and microchip details. Accounts reviewed by our team carry badges such as Verified, Licensed Breeder and Insured.