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Name	Australian Cattle Dog	Australian Kelpie	Russo-European Laika
Origins	Australia	Australia	Russia
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Blue Heeler Cattle Dog Red Heeler Queensland Heeler	Australischer Kelpie Barb Kelpie Australian Sheepdog	Laika Russko-Evropeiskaya Laika
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Australian Kelpie? Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika weight comparison:	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)	Male: 15-35 pounds (7-16 kg), Female: 13-33 pounds (6-15 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	35 pounds (15.5 kg)	Male: 25 pounds (11.5 kg), Female: 23 pounds (10.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika? Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika height comparison:	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	17-20 inches (43-51 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$500-$700	Unknown
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika?	Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika intelligence:	Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog 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.	Very smart: Russo-European Laika is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika trainability comparison.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika? Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Aggressive	Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Robust Eager	Stubborn Independent Agile Alert Intelligent Affectionate Territorial Bold Cheerful Resourceful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Russo-European Laika 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: Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika?	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Russo-European Laika dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika social needs comparison:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Kelpie is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Russo-European Laika 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?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika playfulness comparison:	The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed. See more.	The Russo-European Laika is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika?	Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Russo-European Laika 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 Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Russo-European Laika breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Australian Kelpie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Russo-European Laika dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Russo-European Laika dogs handle alone time quite well.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Kelpie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Russo-European Laika 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 Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Kelpie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Russo-European Laika has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika mouthiness comparison:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika?	The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Deafness	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Osteoarthritis Cerebellar Abiotrophy Collie Eye Anomaly	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Australian Kelpie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Russo-European Laika should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Cattle Dog, Australian Kelpie and Russo-European Laika breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Russo-European Laika: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Cattle Dog 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 Russo-European Laika can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Russo-European Laika has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika coat comparison:	Dense	Double	Dense Thick Double
Colors What are the original Australian Cattle Dog, Australian Kelpie and Russo-European Laika color?	Red Blue Speckled Mottled	Black Tan Red Blue Brown Fawn Chocolate	Black White Grey Pepper Salt Dark & White Patches
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika? Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Russo-European Laika requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika? Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or {name3 shedding:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Russo-European Laika dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Russo-European Laika has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Kelpie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Russo-European Laika is an average drooler. See more.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Australian Kelpie dogs are generally with other pets.	Russo-European Laika dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Kelpie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Russo-European Laika dogs are not 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 Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Kelpie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Russo-European Laika dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Russo-European Laika dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Russo-European Laika dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika?	Yes Australian Cattle Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Kelpie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Russo-European Laika dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Australian Cattle Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Kelpie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Russo-European Laika is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Australian Cattle Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Australian Kelpies are usually recommended for elderly people.	Russo-European Laikas are not recommended for elderly people.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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.	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: Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie or Russo-European Laika? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	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: Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika?	Not really Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Kelpie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Russo-European Laika 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika 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 Australian Cattle Dog and Australian Kelpie and Russo-European Laika have?	1-7 puppies, average 5	4-7 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie vs Russo-European Laika Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs 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 America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	No data available

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