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Name	Australian Cattle Dog	Smooth Collie	Basenji
Origins	Australia	Scotland	Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Blue Heeler Cattle Dog Red Heeler Queensland Heeler	Short-Haired Collie	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Smooth Collie? Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji weight comparison:	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji? Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji height comparison:	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$400-$600	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji?	Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.	Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji intelligence:	Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji trainability comparison.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji? 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.	Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji? Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Aggressive	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Smooth Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Basenji 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 Smooth Collie vs Basenji?	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji social needs comparison:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Basenji 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.	Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Basenji 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.	Smooth Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Basenji 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 Smooth Collie vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji playfulness comparison:	The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Smooth Collie is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji?	Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. 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 Smooth Collie or Basenji?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.	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.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji 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.	Smooth Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Basenji 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 Smooth Collie or Basenji?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Smooth Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji?	The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Deafness	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues
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.	Average The Smooth Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Cattle Dog, Smooth Collie and Basenji breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji? Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji energy level comparison:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	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.	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.	Smooth Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Smooth Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3/4 to 1 cup 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 Smooth Collie vs Basenji 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.	Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Thick Flat	Fine
Colors What are the original Australian Cattle Dog, Smooth Collie and Basenji color?	Red Blue Speckled Mottled	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Black Tan Red White Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji? Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji? Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or {name3 shedding:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Basenji 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: Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji 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, Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low 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 Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most 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 Smooth Collie or Basenji?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Smooth Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Cattle Dog or Smooth Collie or Basenji?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Basenji 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 Smooth Collie vs Basenji?	Yes Australian Cattle Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Smooth Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Basenji 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 Smooth Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basenji 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.	Smooth Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Smooth Collie or Basenji? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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?	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 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 Smooth Collie vs Basenji?	Not really Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Smooth Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basenji 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji 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 Smooth Collie and Basenji have?	1-7 puppies, average 5	4-8 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Smooth Collie vs Basenji Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 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 Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type 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 Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 American Pet Registry, Inc.

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