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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland Comparison - Dog breed selector: Berner or Sheepdog or Blackbear? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bernese Mountain Dog Border Collie Newfoundland
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Berner
Bernese Cattle Dog
Berner Sennenhund
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Blackbear
Newfie
The Gentle Giant
Newf
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland? Which is the smallest dog, Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland?
Large Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Border Collie? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland weight comparison:
Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland height comparison:
Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $600-$800 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland?
Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland intelligence:
Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland trainability comparison.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Newfoundland dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Faithful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Cheerful
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland?
Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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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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Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland social needs comparison:
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Newfoundland dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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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Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland playfulness comparison:
Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland?
Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland?
It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Border 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 Newfoundland indoors.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland mouthiness comparison:
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, 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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Newfoundland dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland?
Very healthy dog breed.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Cystinuria
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland lifespan comparison. How long do Bernese Mountain Dog, Border Collie and Newfoundland breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland?
Prefers cold weather
The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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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Prefers cold weather
The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland energy level comparison:
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Newfoundland 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
Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Newfoundland dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Newfoundland dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland?
6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 5 to 6 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? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland coat comparison:
Dense Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Fluffy
Waterproof
Thick
Colors
What are the original Bernese Mountain Dog, Border Collie and Newfoundland color?
Black
White
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
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland grooming comparison:
Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Border Collie 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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland? Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland 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, Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland?

Medium

The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Bernese Mountain Dog 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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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Newfoundland is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland Good With Comparison

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

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Bernese Mountain Dog or Border Collie or Newfoundland? 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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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.

Yes

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

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland?

Not really

Bernese Mountain Dog 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

Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Yes

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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Yes

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.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland Reproducibility Comparison

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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 Bernese Mountain Dog and Border Collie and Newfoundland have?
1-14 puppies, average 8 4-8 puppies 4-12 puppies

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Border Collie vs Newfoundland Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
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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