There are many variations in coat condition and thickness, in both rough and smooth coats. I like a smooth coat personally but a good thick one with a warm undercoat and waterproof outer, like has been said, injuries can be seen and treated with less fuss, and the dogs dont get clagged up with mud or sticky seeds etc....my collie type has a good coat, and seams pretty hardy in all weathers, unlike my bull type, who dosent really have a coat at all, a mere light covering of very short hair, offering little protection.
was out today on the hill, doing some fox control, it was bad weather, very