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Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Australischer Kelpie or Staff or Sheepdog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Australian Kelpie Staffordshire Bull Terrier Border Collie
OriginsAustralia flagAustralia England flagEngland England flagEngland Scotland flagScotland Wales flagWales
Group Working Dogs Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Australischer Kelpie
Barb
Kelpie
Australian Sheepdog
Staff
Stafford
Staffy Bull
Staffy
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie?
Medium Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie weight comparison:
25-45 pounds (11-20 kg) Males 25-38 pounds (11-17 kg), Female: 23-35 pounds (10-16 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
35 pounds (15.5 kg) Males 31.5 pounds (14 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie? Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie height comparison:
17-20 inches (43-51 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
18.5 inches (47 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie? Which is more expensive?
$500-$700 $1500-$2000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie?
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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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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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Trainability
Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie trainability comparison.
Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie?
Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie? 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.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie? Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Robust
Eager
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Reliable
Bold
Fearless
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
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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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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie?
Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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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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Social Needs
Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie social needs comparison:
Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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The wanderlust potential of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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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Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie playfulness comparison:
The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed.
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Average: Staffordshire Bull Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie?
Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks.
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Low: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie?
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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.

Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie 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.
Average: Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Kelpie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Staffordshire Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.
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.

Moderate

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie mouthiness comparison:
Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, 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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Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie?
Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Cataracts
Distichiasis
Mastocytoma
Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.
Life Expectancy
Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Kelpie, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Border Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie?
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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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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Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier'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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Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie coat comparison:
Double Smooth Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Colors
What are the original Australian Kelpie, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Border Collie color?
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Fawn
Chocolate
Black
Red
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
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
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie? Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie? Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie?

Medium

The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie 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.
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The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is an average drooler.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Australian Kelpie dogs are generally with other pets.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?
Australian Kelpie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie?
Australian Kelpie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie?
Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie?
Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie?
Yes
Australian Kelpie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Australian Kelpie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Staffordshire Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Collie 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.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie 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.
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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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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Australian Kelpie or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Border Collie? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie?

Not really

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

Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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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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.
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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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Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Australian Kelpie and Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Border Collie have?
4-7 puppies 5-7 puppies 4-8 puppies

Australian Kelpie vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Border Collie 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 1974 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
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. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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
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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