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Name	Bichon Frise	American Cocker Spaniel	Border Collie
Origins	Spain Belgium	United States	England Scotland Wales
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Group	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise	Cocker Merry Cocker Cocker Spaniel	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie?	Small	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel? Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie? Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie height comparison:	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	15-16.5 inches (38-41 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	15-16.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie? Which is more expensive?	$700-$1000	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie?	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The American Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: American Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie trainability comparison.	Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie?	Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie? Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful	Intelligent Outgoing Outright Tempered Merry Trusting Joyful Sociable	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie?	High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: American Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie social needs comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the American Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie playfulness comparison:	The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. See more.	The American Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie?	Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The American Cocker Spaniel is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie?	Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed.	Very house-friendly dog the American Cocker Spaniel breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	American Cocker Spaniel 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie?	Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	American Cocker Spaniel 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.

Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The American Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie mouthiness comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie?	The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	American Cocker Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Idiopathic Epilepsy Glaucoma Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia Primary Seborrhea	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The American Cocker Spaniel 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Bichon Frise, American Cocker Spaniel and Border Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of American Cocker Spaniel: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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. See more.

Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie? Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie energy level comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie?	Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie?	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the American Cocker Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie coat comparison:	Curly	Feathered	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Colors What are the original Bichon Frise, American Cocker Spaniel and Border Collie color?	Cream White Buff Apricot	Black Tan Red Silver Brown Buff	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
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie? Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie? Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. See more.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie?	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Cocker Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie?	Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie?	Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie?	Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie?	Yes Bichon Frise dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Cocker Spaniel 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes American Cocker Spaniel is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people.	American Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bichon Frise or American Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie?	Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes American Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Bichon Frise and American Cocker Spaniel and Border Collie have?	2-5 puppies	4-7 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Bichon Frise vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs 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?	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 The Bichon Frise Club Of America	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

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