High Altitude Collies

As long as there are Collies, there will always be ear problems. The majority of Collie ears, if left on their own, will go prick (straight up in the air). The Collie (and Sheltie) ear is unique among dogs....being 3/4’s erect, with the upper 1/4 part tipping over. Historically, there was a reason for this particular type of ear - the tulip-tipped ear with a cupped base provides great sensitivity to sound. This was important in the Collie's sheep herding days, when it was ext