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Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: English Collie or British Bulldog or St. Hubert Hound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Rough Collie Bulldog Bloodhound
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
English Collie
Lassie Dog
Long-Haired Collie
Scottish Collie
Collie
British Bulldog
English Bulldog
St. Hubert Hound
Saint Hubert Hound
Chien de Saint-Hubert
Flemish Hound
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound? Which is the smallest dog, Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound?
Large Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bulldog? Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound weight comparison:
Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg) Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) Male: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg) Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound? Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound height comparison:
Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) 12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) 14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm)

Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound? Which is more expensive?
$400-$600 $1200-$2000 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound?
Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bloodhound is quite easy to get.

Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound intelligence:
Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Low: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Smart: The Bloodhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound trainability comparison.
Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Bloodhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound?
Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound? Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding
Loving
Courageous
Friendly
Social
Sweet
Aggressive
Stubborn
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Rough Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound?
High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Bloodhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound social needs comparison:
Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Bulldog dogs are a social breed.
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Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Bloodhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Bloodhound 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.
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Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound playfulness comparison:
The Rough Collie is a playful breed.
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Bulldogs don't really like playing.
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The Bloodhound is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound?
Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.
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Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Bloodhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound?
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 Rough Collie indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bloodhound breed.

Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Bloodhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound?
Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Bulldog 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.
Bloodhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bloodhound bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bloodhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound mouthiness comparison:
Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bloodhound dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound?
The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Demodectic Mange
Reverse Sneezing
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Dry Eye
Head Shakes
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Ectopic Cilia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound lifespan comparison. How long do Rough Collie, Bulldog and Bloodhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound? Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound energy level comparison:
Rough Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Bloodhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound?
Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Bloodhound dogs don't need too much sleep.

Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound coat comparison:
Rough
Soft
Thick
Straight
Harsh
Furry
Fine Rough
Colors
What are the original Rough Collie, Bulldog and Bloodhound color?
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Gray
Red
White
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Tan
Red
Liver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound? Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Bloodhound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound? Rough Collie or Bulldog or {name3 shedding:
Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bulldog dogs shed moderately.
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Bloodhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound?

Medium

The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Bloodhound has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The Bloodhound is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Bloodhound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Bulldog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound?
Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound?
Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound?
Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound?
Yes
Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Bloodhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bloodhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Bloodhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Rough Collie or Bulldog or Bloodhound? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound?

Not really

Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bloodhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Rough Collie and Bulldog and Bloodhound have?
4-8 puppies 4-5 puppies 8-10 puppies

Rough Collie vs Bulldog vs Bloodhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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