5. ROUGH COLLIE
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Having Lassie as your best bud seems like a wonderful scenario – and it’s totally achievable if you’re open to giving the gorgeous Rough Collies a chance. With their loving nature and loyalty, these beauties make excellent choices for seniors. But unlike other smaller pups on our list, Rough Collies do need a bit of time outside playing each day, so they are a great choice for you if you are keen on maintaining an active lifestyle in your golden years. And if you are living on a farm, collies are definitely a good match with the outdoor lifestyle, especially since they also enjoy herding small animals.