True or False Lassie has always been played by a female dog?

Answer 1

FALSE All collies to play Lassie have been male because male collies retain a thicker summer coat than females which "looks better on television" Also, the male is larger and a child actor can play opposite the dog for longer before outgrowing him.

Answer 2

No; Lassie has generally been played by a male dog because male Rough Collies carry a heavier coat throughout the year than females, who tend to be lighter-coated to begin with and shed out much of their undercoat in connection with their heat cycles.

Answer 3

True. Lassie, the famous fictional collie dog, has always been portrayed by female dogs in TV shows and movies. Female collies are typically chosen for the role due to their appearance and temperament.