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Name	Australian Kelpie	Smooth Collie	Lapponian Herder
Origins	Australia	Scotland	Finland
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Australischer Kelpie Barb Kelpie Australian Sheepdog	Short-Haired Collie	Lapinporokoira Reindeer Herder Lapland Reindeer Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Smooth Collie? Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder weight comparison:	25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	35 pounds (15.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder? Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder height comparison:	17-20 inches (43-51 cm)	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	Male: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm), Female: 17–19 inches (43–49 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18.5 inches (47 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 20 inch (51 cm), Female: 19 inch (48.5 cm)

Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$400-$600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Lapponian Herder is a commonly available dog breed.

Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Lapponian Herder is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder trainability comparison.	Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder?	Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Australian Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder? Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Robust Eager	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social	Energetic Friendly Docile Calm Vocal
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder?	Average: Australian Kelpie 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.	Average to High: Lapponian Herder dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder social needs comparison:	Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs are a social breed. See more.
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. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Lapponian Herder is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
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. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Lapponian Herder 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 Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder playfulness comparison:	The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed. See more.	The Smooth Collie is a playful breed. See more.	The Lapponian Herder is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder?	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Lapponian Herder 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 Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder?	It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.	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 Lapponian Herder breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Australian Kelpie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Smooth Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Lapponian Herder dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder?	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.	Lapponian Herder dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder?	Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Osteoarthritis Cerebellar Abiotrophy Collie Eye Anomaly	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	No data available
Veterinarian Visits 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 Smooth Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Lapponian Herder should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Kelpie, Smooth Collie and Lapponian Herder breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Lapponian Herder: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder?	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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Lapponian Herder can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder? Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder energy level comparison:	Australian Kelpie 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.	Lapponian Herder dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Australian Kelpie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Smooth Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Lapponian Herder dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder?	Australian Kelpie 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.	Lapponian Herder dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder?	1 to 2 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.	2.5 to 3 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 Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Lapponian Herder's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder coat comparison:	Double	Dense Thick Flat	Fluffy Straight Double
Colors What are the original Australian Kelpie, Smooth Collie and Lapponian Herder color?	Black Tan Red Blue Brown Fawn Chocolate	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Black Gray Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder? Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Lapponian Herder doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder? Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or {name3 shedding:	Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Lapponian Herder 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 Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder 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 Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Lapponian Herder has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Australian Kelpie 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 Lapponian Herder is an average drooler. See more.

Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Kelpie dogs are generally with other pets.	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Lapponian Herder dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Kelpie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Lapponian Herder dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder?	Australian Kelpie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Lapponian Herder dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder?	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Smooth Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Lapponian Herder dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder?	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Smooth Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Lapponian Herder dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder?	Yes Australian Kelpie 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 Lapponian Herder 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 Smooth Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Lapponian Herder 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.	Smooth Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Lapponian Herders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder 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 Kelpie or Smooth Collie or Lapponian Herder? 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 Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder?	Not really Australian Kelpie 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 Lapponian Herder 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 Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder 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 Kelpie and Smooth Collie and Lapponian Herder have?	4-7 puppies	4-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Australian Kelpie vs Smooth Collie vs Lapponian Herder Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.	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 Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 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	No data available

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