Border Collie vs Irish Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better Sheepdog or Daredevil?

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Name	Border Collie	Irish Terrier
Origins	England Scotland Wales	Ireland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	Daredevil Irish Red Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Collie vs Irish Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Border Collie vs Irish Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Border Collie or Irish Terrier? Is the Border Collie bigger than the Irish Terrier breed? Is a Border Collie smaller than an Irish Terrier?	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Border Collie or Irish Terrier? Border Collie vs Irish Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	25-27 pounds (11-12 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	26 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Border Collie or Irish Terrier? Is a Border Collie taller than an Irish Terrier?	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)

Border Collie vs Irish Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Border Collie or Irish Terrier? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Border Collie and Irish Terrier?	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Irish Terrier?	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.

Border Collie vs Irish Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Border Collie or Irish Terrier smarter? Which is best? Border Collie vs Irish Terrier intelligence:	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Border Collie vs Irish Terrier trainability comparison. What's the difference between Border Collie vs Irish Terrier?	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Border Collie or Irish Terrier?	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Border Collie or Irish Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Border Collie vs Irish Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Collie or Irish Terrier? Border Collie vs Irish Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Protective Intelligent Dominant Lively Trainable Respectful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Border Collie vs Irish Terrier?	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Collie vs Irish Terrier?	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Border Collie vs Irish Terrier social needs comparison:	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Border Collie vs Irish Terrier?	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Border Collie vs Irish Terrier? Which can be better for hunting?	Border Collie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Border Collie vs Irish Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Border Collie vs Irish Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Irish Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Border Collie vs Irish Terrier?	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Collie or Irish Terrier?	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Irish Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Border Collie vs Irish Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Irish Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Border Collie or Irish Terrier?	Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Irish Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Border Collie vs Irish Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Border Collie or Irish Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Border Collie more dangerous than an Irish Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Border Collie vs Irish Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Border Collie vs Irish Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Border Collie vs Irish Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Collie vs Irish Terrier?	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Irish Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Irish Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Border Collie vs Irish Terrier?	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Irish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Border Collie vs Irish Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Border Collie and Irish Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Border Collie and Irish Terrier?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Collie vs Irish Terrier?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Border Collie vs Irish Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Border Collie or Irish Terrier? Border Collie vs Irish Terrier energy level comparison:	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Border Collie vs Irish Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Irish Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.	Irish Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Irish Terrier?	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.	Irish Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Border Collie vs Irish Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Border Collie or Irish Terrier? Does the Border Collie breed eat more than the Irish Terrier breed?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Border Collie vs Irish Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Border Collie vs Irish Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Collie vs Irish Terrier coat comparison:	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Wiry Straight
Colors What are the original Border Collie and Irish Terrier color? Border Collie vs Irish Terrier color comparison:	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal	Red Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Collie or Irish Terrier? Border Collie vs Irish Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Border Collie or Irish Terrier? Do Border Collie dogs shed more than Irish Terrier dogs?	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Border Collie or Irish Terrier?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Border Collie vs Irish Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Border Collie or Irish Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Border Collie vs Irish Terrier?	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Border Collie vs Irish Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.	Irish Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Irish Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Border Collie or Irish Terrier?	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Irish Terrier?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or Irish Terrier? Can a Border Collie and an Irish Terrier be friends? Do Border Collie dogs get along with Irish Terrier dogs?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Border Collie vs Irish Terrier?	Yes Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Irish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Border Collie vs Irish Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Border Collie or Irish Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Border Collie vs Irish Terrier?	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Irish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Border Collie vs Irish Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Border Collie and Irish Terrier have? Border Collie vs Irish Terrier litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Border Collie vs Irish Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The American Int. Border Collie Registry The American Border Collie Association	No data available

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