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Name	Smooth Collie	Boxer	American Foxhound
Origins	Scotland	Germany	United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	354	11	187
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Short-Haired Collie	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound? Which is the smallest dog, Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Smooth Collie or Boxer or Boxer? Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	65-75 pounds (29-34 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: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound? Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound height comparison:	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	21-25 inches (53-64 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	23 inches (58.5 cm)

Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$600-$1200	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound?	Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The American Foxhound is easier than average to get.

Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound intelligence:	Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	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.
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Trainability Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound trainability comparison.	Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound?	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Foxhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound? Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Loving Independent Intelligent Loyal Tempered Kind Sweet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Smooth Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound?	High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: American Foxhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound social needs comparison:	Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	American Foxhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Smooth Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Boxer 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.	American Foxhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound playfulness comparison:	The Smooth Collie is a playful breed. See more.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	The American Foxhound is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound?	Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	A lot: American Foxhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound?	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 Smooth Collie indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the American Foxhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Smooth Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Foxhound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Smooth Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The American Foxhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound mouthiness comparison:	Smooth Collie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Foxhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound?	The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	American Foxhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Smooth Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The American Foxhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound lifespan comparison. How long do Smooth Collie, Boxer and American Foxhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Foxhound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The American Foxhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound? Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound energy level comparison:	Smooth Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Smooth Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	American Foxhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound?	Smooth Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.	American Foxhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The American Foxhound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound coat comparison:	Dense Thick Flat	Waterproof	Rough
Colors What are the original Smooth Collie, Boxer and American Foxhound color?	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	White Fawn Brindle	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound? Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Foxhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound? Smooth Collie or Boxer or {name3 shedding:	Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Foxhound 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: Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound?	Medium ⏺ The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Foxhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Foxhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound Good With Comparison

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

Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound 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.	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: Smooth Collie or Boxer or American Foxhound? 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.	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.	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?	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.	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: Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound?	Not really Smooth Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Foxhound 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.	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound 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. See more.	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 Smooth Collie and Boxer and American Foxhound have?	4-8 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6	5-7 puppies
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Smooth Collie vs Boxer vs American Foxhound 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 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	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 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 Canadian Canine Registry	No data available

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