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Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Argle Bargle or Nizinny or Catalan sheepdog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bearded Collie Polish Lowland Sheepdog Catalan Sheepdog
OriginsScotland flagScotland Poland flagPoland Spain flagSpain
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Argle Bargle
Beardie
Mountain Collie
Highland Collie
Nizinny
Valee Sheepdog
Polski Owczarek Nizinny
Catalan sheepdog
Catalan shepherd
Atura Català
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog?
Large
Medium
Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog weight comparison:
40-60 pounds (18-27 kg) 30-50 pounds (14-23 kg) Male: 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 37-46 pounds (17-21 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
50 pounds (22.5 kg) 40 pounds (18.5 kg) Male: 49.5 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog? Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog height comparison:
20-22 inches (51-56 cm) 16-20 inches (41-51 cm) Male: 19–22 inches (47–55 cm), Female: 18–21 inches (45–53 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
21 inches (53.5 cm) 18 inches (46 cm) Male: 19–22 inches (47–55 cm), Female: 18–21 inches (45–53 cm)

Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1400 $1500-$2000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog?
Frequent: The Bearded Collie is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is easier than average to get.
Average: The Catalan Sheepdog is a commonly available dog breed.

Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog intelligence:
Smart: The Bearded Collie dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog trainability comparison.
Bearded Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Catalan Sheepdog dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog?
Bearded Collie dogs are good watchdogs.
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Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Catalan Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog? 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.
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Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Catalan Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog? Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Lively
Assertive
Agile
Lively
Outright
Tempered
Selfish
Confidence
Perceptive
Agile
Protective
Intelligent
Loyal
Trainable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Catalan Sheepdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog?
High: Bearded Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Catalan Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog social needs comparison:
Bearded Collie dogs are a social breed.
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Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Catalan Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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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.
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Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Catalan Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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.
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Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Catalan Sheepdog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog playfulness comparison:
The Bearded Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is a playful breed.
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Catalan Sheepdogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog?
Average to High: The Bearded Collie is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Catalan Sheepdog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog?
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 Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 Catalan Sheepdog indoors.

Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog 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: Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Catalan Sheepdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog?
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.
Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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.
Catalan Sheepdog 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 Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bearded Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Polish Lowland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Catalan Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.
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.

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The Polish Lowland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Catalan Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:
Bearded Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Catalan Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog?
The Bearded Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Polish Lowland Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Catalan Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Arthritis
Addison's Disease
Eye Diseases
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Dental Problems
Glaucoma
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 Polish Lowland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Catalan Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Bearded Collie, Polish Lowland Sheepdog and Catalan Sheepdog 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 Polish Lowland Sheepdog: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Catalan Sheepdog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog?
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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Polish Lowland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog? Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog energy level comparison:
Bearded Collie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Catalan Sheepdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bearded Collie dogs have an average exercise need.
Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Catalan Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog?
Bearded Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Catalan Sheepdog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bearded Collie's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Catalan Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog coat comparison:
Feathered Fluffy
Shaggy
Rough
Wavy
Thick
Shaggy
Colors
What are the original Bearded Collie, Polish Lowland Sheepdog and Catalan Sheepdog color?
Black
Blue
Brown
Fawn
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Black
Gray
Red
Brown
Fawn
Sable
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog? Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Advanced: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Catalan Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog? Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:
Bearded Collie dogs shed above average.
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Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Catalan Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog?

Low 🔽

The Bearded Collie has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Polish Lowland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Catalan Sheepdog 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.
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The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Catalan Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Bearded Collie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?
Bearded Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog?
Bearded Collie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog?
Bearded Collie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog?
Bearded Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog?
Yes
Bearded Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Catalan Sheepdog 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
Polish Lowland Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Catalan Sheepdog 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.
Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Catalan Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Bearded Collie or Polish Lowland Sheepdog or Catalan Sheepdog? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

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 Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog?

Not really

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

Polish Lowland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Catalan Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

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

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 Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Bearded Collie and Polish Lowland Sheepdog and Catalan Sheepdog have?
4-12 puppies 2-6 puppies 4-6 puppies

Bearded Collie vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog vs Catalan Sheepdog 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 2001 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available No data available Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

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