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Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Australischer Kelpie or Sheepdog or Hungarian Agar? Find the right dog for you

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Name Australian Kelpie Border Collie Hungarian Greyhound
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound breeds.
Australischer Kelpie
Barb
Kelpie
Australian Sheepdog
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Hungarian Agar
Hungarian Gazehound
Hungarian Sighthound
Magyar Agar
Hungarian Greyhound
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound? Compare adult weight ranges.
25-45 pounds (11-20 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 55-66 pounds (25–30 kg), Female: 52-64 pounds (23.5-29 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
35 pounds (15.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) Male: 60.5 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 58 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Australian Kelpie or Border Collie or Hungarian Greyhound? Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound height comparison:
17-20 inches (43-51 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
18.5 inches (47 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$700 $600-$800 $400-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Australian Kelpie or Border Collie or Hungarian Greyhound?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Average: The Hungarian Greyhound is a commonly available dog breed.

Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Hungarian Greyhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which is easiest to train?
Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Hungarian Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which breed is most alert?
Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Hungarian Greyhound dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which breed is most protective?
Australian Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Hungarian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Robust
Eager
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Energetic
Intelligent
Docile
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Tireless
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 Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound?
Average: Australian Kelpie 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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High: Hungarian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound social needs comparison:
Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Hungarian Greyhound dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Australian Kelpie is strong enough to escape from home.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Hungarian Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Australian Kelpie 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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Hungarian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Low: The Hungarian Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which breed is most playful?
The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Hungarian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Hungarian Greyhound breed.

Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which breed is most flexible?
Australian Kelpie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Australian Kelpie or Border Collie or Hungarian Greyhound?
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.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs handle alone time quite well.

Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Low 🔽

The Australian Kelpie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Kelpie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Hungarian Greyhound bite force: Ordinary.

Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which breed lives longest?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Hungarian Greyhound: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which handles climate changes best?
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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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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which has fewer health issues?
Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Australian Kelpie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Hungarian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
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Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which breed is most active?
Australian Kelpie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Kelpie or Border Collie or Hungarian Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Australian Kelpie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Kelpie or Border Collie or Hungarian Greyhound?
Australian Kelpie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Hungarian Greyhound's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 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. 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

Medium

The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Hungarian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Double Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Dense
Rough
Thick
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Australian Kelpie or Border Collie or Hungarian Greyhound? Australian Kelpie or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Hungarian Greyhound dogs are low shedders.
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Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which is best with kids?
Australian Kelpie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Australian Kelpie dogs are generally with other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Kelpie or Border Collie or Hungarian Greyhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Australian Kelpie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Kelpie or Border Collie or Hungarian Greyhound?
Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Kelpie or Border Collie or Hungarian Greyhound?
Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound?
Yes
Australian Kelpie 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
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Australian Kelpie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Hungarian Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Australian Kelpies are usually recommended for elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Hungarian Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Australian Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound As a Working Dog Comparison

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

Not really

Australian Kelpie 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

Hungarian Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. 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 Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. 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 Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which has most puppies?
4-7 puppies 4-8 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. 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 Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. 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 Kelpie vs Border Collie vs Hungarian Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Australian Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. 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 Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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 Kelpie, Border Collie, and Hungarian Greyhound. Which has most recognition?
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
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
Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club

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