Coltriever
Designer Mixed Breed - Collie x Golden Retriever - Devoted Family Dog
50-80 lbsWeight
22-26 inHeight
12-14 yrsLifespan
Sable, Tri-color, Golden, CreamColors
Designer Mixed Breed - Collie x Golden Retriever - Devoted Family Dog
The Coltriever is a designer crossbreed that blends two distinct dogs: the Collie, a gentle, devoted herding dog, and the Golden Retriever, the beloved golden family gundog. Breeders combine the two hoping to pair the Collie's best traits — famously gentle, 'Lassie' devotion to family — with the Golden Retriever's kind, patient, endlessly friendly temperament, all in one companion.
As a first-generation mix, the Coltriever is not a standardized breed, so puppies — even littermates — can vary in size, coat, and personality depending on which parent they take after. Most are large dogs, typically weighing around the range shown above. The best way to picture an individual Coltriever is to get to know both parent breeds.
As a first-generation mix, the Coltriever is not a standardized breed, so puppies — even littermates — can vary in size, coat, and personality depending on which parent they take after. Most are large dogs, typically weighing around the range shown above. The best way to picture an individual Coltriever is to get to know both parent breeds.
Coltrievers tend to be gentle, intelligent, and family-oriented — and, from the Golden Retriever side, friendly, gentle, and eager to please. From its Collie parent it often inherits a famously gentle, 'Lassie' devotion to family, while the Golden Retriever contributes a kind, patient, endlessly friendly temperament. The blend usually makes an affectionate, family-oriented companion, but because temperament can lean either way, early socialization and consistent, positive handling are important to bring out the best of both parents.
With active parent breeds behind it, the Coltriever needs plenty of exercise — an hour or more daily of walks, play, and stimulating activity. It thrives with active owners and space to move, and a bored, under-exercised dog will often invent its own mischief.
Grooming is moderate: a brush once or twice a week keeps the coat healthy, with more attention during seasonal shedding. Bathe occasionally, and keep up with nail trims, ear checks, and tooth brushing.
With at least one highly intelligent parent, the Coltriever is usually quick to learn and enjoys having its mind engaged. Keep training positive, reward-based, and varied to hold its interest, and provide puzzle toys or jobs to prevent boredom. Early socialization ensures a confident, well-mannered adult.
Mixed-breed dogs often enjoy some 'hybrid vigor,' but the Coltriever can still inherit any of the health conditions common to its parent breeds. Owners should be aware of eye conditions (Collie eye anomaly), hip dysplasia, hip and elbow dysplasia, and cancer. Buying from a breeder who health-tests both the Collie and the Golden Retriever parents, keeping your dog at a healthy weight, and staying current with routine veterinary care are the best ways to support a long, healthy life.
| Stage | Daily Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Puppy | 1-2.5 cups | 3 meals/day |
| Adult | 1.5-3 cups | 2 meals/day |
| Senior | Reduce 10-20% | Joint support |
| Expense | Cost |
|---|---|
| Puppy from Breeder | $700-$1,800 |
| Monthly Food | $55-$90 |
| Annual Vet | $500-$1,100 |
Both Collies and Golden Retrievers are among the most beloved family dog breeds in America. Crossing them creates a dog that combines the best of both legendary breeds.
Lassie the Collie is one of the most famous TV dogs ever. The Golden Retriever is equally iconic. Coltrievers carry Hollywood pedigree in their genes.