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Name	Kooikerhondje	Hovawart	Border Collie
Origins	Netherlands	Germany	England Scotland Wales
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Group	Gun Dog	Guard Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie breeds.	Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog	Hovie	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large Giant	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.	20-40 pounds (9-18 kg)	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Kooikerhondje or Hovawart or Border Collie? Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie height comparison:	14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38.5 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$1000-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Kooikerhondje or Hovawart or Border Collie?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Hovawart is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which is easiest to train?	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which breed is most alert?	Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which breed is most protective?	Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Hovawart dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie? Compare temperaments.	Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Hovawart dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie?	High: Kooikerhondje dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie social needs comparison:	Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Hovawart dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Kooikerhondje 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.	Hovawart 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.	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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Kooikerhondje barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Hovawart rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which breed is most playful?	The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 Kooikerhondje indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hovawart breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
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Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which breed is most flexible?	Kooikerhondje dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Hovawart dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Kooikerhondje or Hovawart or Border Collie?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Hovawart 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 dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Kooikerhondje has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Hovawart has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which uses mouth most during play?	Kooikerhondje dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Hovawart dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kooikerhondje bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Hovawart bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kooikerhondje can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which has fewer health issues?	The Kooikerhondje is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Kooikerhondje should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Hovawart should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie health problems comparison:	Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis	Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which breed is most active?	Kooikerhondje dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Hovawart dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kooikerhondje or Hovawart or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Kooikerhondje dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Hovawart dogs have an average exercise need.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Kooikerhondje or Hovawart or Border Collie?	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Hovawart dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which needs most food?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. What colors are available?	Red White Orange	Black Blonde Golden	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
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which drools least?	The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Hovawart is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight	Silky	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Kooikerhondje or Hovawart or Border Collie? Kooikerhondje or Hovawart or {name3 shedding:	Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately. See more.	Hovawart dogs shed moderately. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which is best with kids?	Kooikerhondje dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Hovawart dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Kooikerhondje dogs are generally with other pets.	Hovawart dogs are generally with other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Kooikerhondje or Hovawart or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Kooikerhondje dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Hovawart dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Kooikerhondje or Hovawart or Border Collie?	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Hovawart dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Kooikerhondje or Hovawart or Border Collie?	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Hovawart dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie?	Yes Kooikerhondje dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Hovawart dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Kooikerhondje is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Hovawart is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Kooikerhondjes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Hovawarts are usually recommended for elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Kooikerhondje breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Hovawart breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes 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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which has most military use?	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which has most puppies?	5-7 puppies	6-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Kooikerhondje vs Hovawart vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Kooikerhondje, Hovawart, and Border Collie. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry 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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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

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