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Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed Comparison - Dog breed selector: Little Blue Dog or English Collie or Bjelkier? Find the right dog for you

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Name Australian Shepherd Rough Collie Samoyed
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed breeds.
Little Blue Dog
Aussie
English Collie
Lassie Dog
Long-Haired Collie
Scottish Collie
Collie
Bjelkier
Nenetskaya Laika
Sammy
Samoiedskaya Sobaka
Smiley
Samoyedskaya
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Australian Shepherd or Rough Collie or Samoyed? Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed height comparison:
Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm) Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm)

Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $400-$600 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Australian Shepherd or Rough Collie or Samoyed?
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.

Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which is easiest to train?
Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Samoyed dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which breed is most alert?
Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which breed is most protective?
Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed? Compare temperaments.
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding
Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Sociable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Rough Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed?
Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed social needs comparison:
Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Samoyed dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.
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Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which breed is most playful?
The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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The Rough Collie is a playful breed.
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Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 Australian Shepherd indoors.
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 Rough Collie indoors.
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 Samoyed indoors.

Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which breed is most flexible?
Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Australian Shepherd or Rough Collie or Samoyed?
Australian Shepherd 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.
Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Samoyed 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 Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.

Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which has fewer health issues?
The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Distichiasis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Detached Retina
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Diabetes
Pulmonic Stenosis

Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. What colors are available?
Black
Red
Blue
Merle
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Cream
White
Biscuit
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which drools least?
The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Rough
Soft
Thick
Straight
Harsh
Furry
Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Australian Shepherd or Rough Collie or Samoyed? Australian Shepherd or Rough Collie or {name3 shedding:
Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders.
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Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which is best with kids?
Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Shepherd or Rough Collie or Samoyed? Which dog is more friendly?
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Shepherd or Rough Collie or Samoyed?
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Shepherd or Rough Collie or Samoyed?
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed?
Yes
Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Australian Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. 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 Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. 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 Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. 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 Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. 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 Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. 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 Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which has most puppies?
6-9 puppies, average 7 4-8 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. 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 Shepherd vs Rough Collie vs Samoyed Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. 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. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Australian Shepherd, Rough Collie, and Samoyed. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America
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

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