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The Collie comes in four colors: sable (think Lassie), tricolor (black with white markings and tan shadings), blue merle (silvery blue and black), and white (predominately white with markings). The amount of grooming necessary for the Collie depends on the variety. Overall, the Collie is a clean dog, with minimal doggie odor. The long, full coat of the Rough Collie needs thorough brushing twice a week (even more frequently to keep her looking Lassie-like).
Report Abuse. Lassie was played by a male rough coated Collie in a color called sable. Collies are great dogs, but the rough coats require a ton of grooming. There are smooth coated collies out there if you look. Before you buy, talk to breeders and ask about health clearances---particularly eye exams.eport Abuse. Lassie was played by a male rough coated Collie in a color called sable. Collies are great dogs, but the rough coats require a ton of grooming. There are smooth coated collies out there if you look. Before you buy, talk to breeders and ask about health clearances---particularly eye exams.