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Name	Bearded Collie	Old English Sheepdog	Dachshund
Origins	Scotland	England	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	125	70	13
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Argle Bargle Beardie Mountain Collie Highland Collie	Bobtail	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Which is the smallest dog, Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	Large Medium	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Old English Sheepdog? Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund weight comparison:	40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund height comparison:	20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (51 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1400	$1200-$1500	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	Frequent: The Bearded Collie is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Old English Sheepdog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund intelligence:	Smart: The Bearded Collie dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Old English Sheepdog 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 Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund trainability comparison.	Bearded Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dachshund 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 Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	Bearded Collie dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? 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.	Old English Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Confident Lively Assertive	Playful Funny Loving Protective Intelligent Sociable Adaptable Bubbly	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever
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: Old English Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund?	High: Bearded Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Old English Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund social needs comparison:	Bearded Collie dogs are a social breed. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Dachshund 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.	Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Dachshund 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 Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund playfulness comparison:	The Bearded Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Old English Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund?	Average to High: The Bearded Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Old English Sheepdog barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	It is not recommended to keep the Bearded Collie 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 Old English Sheepdog indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund 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.	Old English Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	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.	Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Dachshund 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 Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund?	The Bearded Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Old English Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Dachshund 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: Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Arthritis Addison's Disease Eye Diseases	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Entropion Diabetes Heat Intolerance	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy
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.	Average The Old English Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do Bearded Collie, Old English Sheepdog and Dachshund 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 Old English Sheepdog: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund?	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 Old English Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund energy level comparison:	Bearded Collie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Dachshund 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 Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bearded Collie dogs have an average exercise need.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.	Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	Bearded Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Dachshund 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

Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	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 Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund 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 Old English Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund coat comparison:	Feathered	Waterproof Shaggy Double	Fine
Colors What are the original Bearded Collie, Old English Sheepdog and Dachshund color?	Black Blue Brown Fawn	Gray Blue White Grizzle Merle	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	Bearded Collie dogs shed above average. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Dachshund 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 Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	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 Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund 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, Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund?	Low 🔽 The Bearded Collie has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Old English Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low 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 Old English Sheepdog 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 Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bearded Collie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly?	Bearded Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most 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 Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	Bearded Collie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bearded Collie or Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	Bearded Collie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Dachshund 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 Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund?	Bearded Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund?	Yes Bearded Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Old English Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dachshund 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 Old English Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dachshund 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.	Old English Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.

Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund 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 Old English Sheepdog or Dachshund? 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.	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?	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.	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 Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund?	Not really Bearded Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Old English Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dachshund 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 Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund 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 Old English Sheepdog and Dachshund have?	4-12 puppies	5-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Bearded Collie vs Old English Sheepdog vs Dachshund 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 1888 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound 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 Dachshunds group, in the section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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