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Name	Bearded Collie	Beauceron	Bedlington Terrier
Origins	Scotland	France	United Kingdom
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	125	141	151
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Argle Bargle Beardie Mountain Collie Highland Collie	Bas-Rouge Beauce Shepherd French Shorthaired Shepherd Berger De Beauce	Rodbery Terrier Rothbury Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier?	Large Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Beauceron? Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier weight comparison:	40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)	Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)	Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier? Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier height comparison:	20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	24-27.5 inches (32-70 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21 inches (53.5 cm)	24-27.5 inches (51 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1400	$1200-$1500	$1800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier?	Frequent: The Bearded Collie is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Beauceron is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Bedlington Terrier is easier than average to get.

Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier intelligence:	Smart: The Bearded Collie dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Beauceron dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier trainability comparison.	Bearded Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier?	Bearded Collie dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Beauceron dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bearded Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Beauceron dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier? Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Confident Lively Assertive	Loving Protective Courageous Loyal Obedient	Playful Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Reliable Loyal Devoted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier?	High: Bearded Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Beauceron dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Bedlington Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier social needs comparison:	Bearded Collie dogs are a social breed. See more.	Beauceron dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bearded Collie dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Beauceron dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Bedlington Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bearded 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. See more.	Beauceron dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Bearded Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Beauceron is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Bedlington Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier?	Average to High: The Bearded Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Beauceron barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Bedlington Terrier 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 Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier?	It is not recommended to keep the Bearded Collie breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Beauceron breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Bedlington Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Bearded Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Beauceron dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Bedlington Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier?	Bearded Collie 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.	Beauceron 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.	Bedlington 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.

Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier?	The Bearded Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Beaucerons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Bedlington Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Arthritis Addison's Disease Eye Diseases	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Bearded Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Beauceron should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Bedlington Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Bearded Collie, Beauceron and Bedlington Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Bearded Collie: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Beauceron: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Bedlington Terrier: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bearded Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Beauceron can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bedlington Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier? Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier energy level comparison:	Bearded Collie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Beauceron dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bedlington Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bearded Collie dogs have an average exercise need.	Beauceron dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bedlington Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier?	Bearded Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Beauceron dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 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? Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bearded Collie's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Beauceron's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Bedlington Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier coat comparison:	Feathered	Dense	Curly
Colors What are the original Bearded Collie, Beauceron and Bedlington Terrier color?	Black Blue Brown Fawn	Black Gray Tan Rust	Tan Blue Liver Sandy
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier? Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Beauceron doesn't require a lot of grooming. 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 Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier? Bearded Collie or Beauceron or {name3 shedding:	Bearded Collie dogs shed above average. See more.	Beauceron dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Bearded Collie has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Beauceron has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bedlington Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bearded Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beauceron is an average drooler. See more.	The Bedlington Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bearded Collie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Beauceron dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Bearded Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Beauceron dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bedlington Terrier 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 Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier?	Bearded Collie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Beauceron dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier?	Bearded Collie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Beauceron dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier?	Bearded Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Beauceron dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier?	Yes Bearded Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Beauceron dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Bedlington Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bearded Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beauceron is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bedlington Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bearded Collies are usually recommended for elderly people.	Beaucerons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bedlington Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier 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.	Not really This breed generally not used 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: Bearded Collie or Beauceron or Bedlington Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	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: Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier?	Not really Bearded Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Beauceron breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bedlington Terrier 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.

Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier 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 Bearded Collie and Beauceron and Bedlington Terrier have?	4-12 puppies	6-7 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Bearded Collie vs Beauceron vs Bedlington Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1976 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Terrier 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available	No data available

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