[header] How to groom your collie [title] Brush weekly. [step] While it may seem like you need to attend to their long fur more often, once a week should be sufficient for most collies. You may want to brush them twice or more week during their shedding season, which typically takes place once a year during mid to late summer. 
[substeps] Check your dog at the end of each day to comb out any ticks or debris caught in the coat. Be especially careful to check paws, ears, armpits, and groin.