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Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chien De Berger Belge or Sheepdog or Golden Flat Coat? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever" Compare Belgian Sheepdog and Border Collie. Which is better: Belgian Sheepdog or Border Collie or Golden Retriever?
 
 
 
Name Belgian Sheepdog Border Collie Golden Retriever
OriginsBelgium flagBelgium England flagEngland Scotland flagScotland Wales flagWales Scotland flagScotland
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever breeds.
Chien De Berger Belge
Groenendael
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Belgian Sheepdog or Border Collie or Golden Retriever? Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever height comparison:
Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1200-$1400 $600-$800 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Belgian Sheepdog or Border Collie or Golden Retriever?
Frequent: The Belgian Sheepdog is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Belgian Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which is easiest to train?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most alert?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most protective?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever? Compare temperaments.
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Hard
Working
Watchful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
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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Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Golden Retriever 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: Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever?
Average to High: Belgian Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Golden Retriever 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?
Their prey drive is low.
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Border 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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Golden Retriever 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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Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Belgian Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most playful?
The Belgian Sheepdog is a highly playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Belgian Sheepdog breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most flexible?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Sheepdog or Border Collie or Golden Retriever?
Belgian 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.
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Belgian Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which uses mouth most during play?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Sheepdog: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Belgian Sheepdog 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 Border Collie 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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which has fewer health issues?
The Belgian Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Belgian Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hyperthyroidism
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most active?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Sheepdog or Border Collie or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Sheepdog or Border Collie or Golden Retriever?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Belgian Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which needs most food?
2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. What colors are available?
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Tan
Red
Sable
Brindle
Lilac
Gold
Seal
White & Red
Slate
Sable Merle
Black & White
Tricolor
Blue merle
Blue merle-tricolor
Slate merle
Red merle
Saddleback Sable
White & Blue
White & Blue Merle
White & Red Merle
White Ticked
White & Gold
White & Sable
White & Seal
Golden
Light
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Belgian Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which drools least?
The Belgian Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Belgian Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Soft
Thick
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Belgian Sheepdog or Border Collie or Golden Retriever? Belgian Sheepdog or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Belgian Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

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

Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which has best nose work ability?

Not really

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

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for SAR work?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

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

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

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which has most military use?

Not really

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which has most puppies?
6-10 puppies 4-8 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Border Collie vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Belgian Sheepdog, Border Collie, and Golden Retriever. Which has most recognition?
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
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.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association
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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