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Name	Beagle	Spinone Italiano	Rough Collie
Origins	England	Italy	Scotland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Beagle	Italian Coarsehaired Pointer Italian Griffon Italian Wire-Haired Pointer Spinone Italian Spinone	English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie?	Small	Large Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Spinone Italiano? Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie weight comparison:	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 50-70 pounds (22-31 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?	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie? Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$1500-$2000	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie?	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Spinone Italiano is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.

Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie trainability comparison.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie?	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs are average defenders. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie? Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Friendly Docile Affectionate Patient Loyal Gentle	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Elegant Hard working Herding
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: Spinone Italiano dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Rough Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie?	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Spinone Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie social needs comparison:	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs are a social breed. See more.	Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Spinone Italiano 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. See more.	Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie playfulness comparison:	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Spinone Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Rough Collie is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie?	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Spinone Italiano rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie?	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle 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 Spinone Italiano 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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Spinone Italiano dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie?	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Spinone Italiano 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.

Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Spinone Italiano bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rough Collie 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 Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Spinone Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie mouthiness comparison:	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie?	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Spinone Italiano 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Bloat Cerebellar Ataxia	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Spinone Italiano 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.
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Life Expectancy Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Beagle, Spinone Italiano and Rough Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Spinone Italiano: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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 cold weather conditions The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie? Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie energy level comparison:	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Spinone Italiano dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Spinone Italiano dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie?	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Spinone Italiano dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2 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? Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Spinone Italiano has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie coat comparison:	Dense	Wiry	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry
Colors What are the original Beagle, Spinone Italiano and Rough Collie color?	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	White Brown Orange Roan	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie? Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Spinone Italiano requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie? Beagle or Spinone Italiano or {name3 shedding:	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very 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 Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie?	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Spinone Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Spinone Italiano is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	Spinone Italiano dogs are generally with other pets.	Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Spinone Italiano dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie?	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Spinone Italiano dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie?	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Spinone Italiano dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie?	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Spinone Italiano dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie?	Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Spinone Italiano 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Spinone Italiano is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Spinone Italianos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Beagle or Spinone Italiano or Rough Collie? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	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?	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.	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: Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie?	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Spinone Italiano breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rough Collie 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.

Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough 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. 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 Beagle and Spinone Italiano and Rough Collie have?	2-14 puppies, average 7	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Beagle vs Spinone Italiano vs Rough Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2000 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs 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 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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	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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