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Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler Comparison - Dog breed selector: Blue Heeler or Sheepdog or Kelpie Heeler? Find the right dog for you

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Name Australian Cattle Dog Border Collie Kelpie Heeler
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler breeds.
Blue Heeler
Cattle Dog
Red Heeler
Queensland Heeler
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler? Compare adult weight ranges.
30-62 pounds (13-28 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) 30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
46 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) 46 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Australian Cattle Dog or Border Collie or Kelpie Heeler? Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler height comparison:
Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) 17-20 inches (43-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) 18.5 inches (47 cm)

Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$700 $600-$800 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Australian Cattle Dog or Border Collie or Kelpie Heeler?
Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Kelpie Heeler is easier than average to get.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Kelpie Heeler dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which is easiest to train?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Kelpie Heeler dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which breed is most alert?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Kelpie Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which breed is most protective?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Kelpie Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Robust
Eager
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Border 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler?
Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Kelpie Heeler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler social needs comparison:
Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Kelpie Heeler dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Kelpie Heeler is strong enough to escape from home.
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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.
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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.
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Kelpie Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Kelpie Heeler rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which breed is most playful?
The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Kelpie Heeler is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Kelpie Heeler breed in the home.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Kelpie Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which uses mouth most during play?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Kelpie Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Kelpie Heeler bite force: Ordinary.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Kelpie Heeler: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which handles climate changes best?
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.
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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.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which has fewer health issues?
The Australian Cattle Dog 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.
The Kelpie Heeler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
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.
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Kelpie Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Deafness
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Collie Eye Anomaly

Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which breed is most active?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Kelpie Heeler dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Cattle Dog or Border Collie or Kelpie Heeler? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Kelpie Heeler dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Cattle Dog or Border Collie or Kelpie Heeler?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Kelpie Heeler dogs don't need too much sleep.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Kelpie Heeler has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which needs most food?
1.5 to 2.5 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. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. What colors are available?
Red
Blue
Speckled
Mottled
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
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Fawn
Speckled
Chocolate
Mottled
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Kelpie Heeler requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which drools least?
The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Kelpie Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Kelpie Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Dense
Double
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Australian Cattle Dog or Border Collie or Kelpie Heeler? Australian Cattle Dog or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Kelpie Heeler dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which is best with kids?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kelpie Heeler dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Kelpie Heeler dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Cattle Dog or Border Collie or Kelpie Heeler? Which dog is more friendly?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Kelpie Heeler dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Cattle Dog or Border Collie or Kelpie Heeler?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Kelpie Heeler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Cattle Dog or Border Collie or Kelpie Heeler?
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Kelpie Heeler dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler?
Yes
Australian Cattle Dog 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.
Yes
Kelpie Heeler 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
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Kelpie Heeler 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.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Kelpie Heelers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Kelpie Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

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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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. 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.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which has most puppies?
1-7 puppies, average 5 4-8 puppies 4-7 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. What's recommended?

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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Australian Cattle Dog vs Border Collie vs Kelpie Heeler Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. How are they classified internationally?
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. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, and Kelpie Heeler. Which has most recognition?
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
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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