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Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Pastore Svizzero Bianco or Short-Haired Collie or Alsatian wolf dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Berger Blanc Suisse Smooth Collie German Shepherd
OriginsSwitzerland flagSwitzerland Scotland flagScotland Germany flagGermany
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Pastore Svizzero Bianco
Weisser Schweizer Schäferhund
White Swiss Shepherd Dog
Short-Haired Collie Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or Smooth Collie? Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd weight comparison:
Male: 66–88 lbs (30–40 kg), Female: 55–77 lbs (25–35 kg) Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 77 lbs (35 kg), Female: 66 lbs (30 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd? Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inch (63 cm), Female: 23 inch (58 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$2500-$3000 $400-$600 $800-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd?
Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse is a commonly available dog breed.
Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd intelligence:
Smart: The Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd trainability comparison.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are easy to train.
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Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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German Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd?
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are good watchdogs.
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Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd? Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Intelligent
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Easygoing
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
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: Smooth Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd?
High: Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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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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Smooth Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd playfulness comparison:
The Berger Blanc Suisse is a playful breed.
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The Smooth Collie is a playful breed.
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Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd?
Average to High: The Berger Blanc Suisse is a vocal breed.
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Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Berger Blanc Suisse breed.
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 Smooth Collie 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 German Shepherd indoors.

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Smooth Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd?
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Smooth Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Berger Blanc Suisse bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Smooth Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Berger Blanc Suisse has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Smooth Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd mouthiness comparison:
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Smooth Collie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd?
Berger Blanc Suisses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:
Allergies
Bloat
Joint Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Blindness
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Degenerative Myelopathy
Wobbler's Syndrome
Panosteitis
Hemophilia B
Megaesophagus
Cushing's Syndrome
Lens Luxation
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Chronic Diarrhea
Cruciate Ligament Rupture
Digestive Problems
Hemophilia A
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Lupus
Myasthenia Gravis
Nail Bed Disease
Osteochondrosis
Pannus
Paralysis
Perianal Fistula
Seborrhea
Vitiligo
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Berger Blanc Suisse should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Smooth Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Berger Blanc Suisse, Smooth Collie and German Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Berger Blanc Suisse: 12 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Berger Blanc Suisse can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd?
2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 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? Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd coat comparison:
Dense
Straight
Dense
Thick
Flat
Fuzzy
Colors
What are the original Berger Blanc Suisse, Smooth Collie and German Shepherd color?
White White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd? Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd grooming comparison:
Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd? Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or {name3 shedding:
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are heavy shedders.
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Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd 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, Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd?

Medium

The Berger Blanc Suisse has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Berger Blanc Suisse is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Smooth Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Smooth Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd?
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Smooth Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd?
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Smooth Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd?
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Smooth Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd?
Yes
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Smooth Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Berger Blanc Suisse is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Smooth Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Berger Blanc Suisses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Smooth Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd 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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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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Berger Blanc Suisse or Smooth Collie or German Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

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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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.

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 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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd?

Not really

Berger Blanc Suisse breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

German Shepherd 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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd 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 Berger Blanc Suisse and Smooth Collie and German Shepherd have?
6-8 puppies 4-8 puppies 6-10 puppies

Berger Blanc Suisse vs Smooth Collie vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding 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. Not recognized by FCI. 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?
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
National 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
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
German Shepherd Dog Club Of America

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