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Name	Blue Heeler	Border Terrier	Borador
Origins	Australia	England Scotland	United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Australian Cattle Dog Cattle Dog Queensland Heeler Red Heeler	Borders	Border Collie Lab Border Lab
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador? Which is the smallest dog, Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador?	Medium	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Border Terrier? Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador weight comparison:	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg)	40-65 pounds (18-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg)	52.5 pounds (24 kg)
Height Which is taller, Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador? Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador height comparison:	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)	19-24 inches (48-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	21.5 inches (54.5 cm)

Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador? Which is more expensive?	$400-$800	$1200-$1400	$200-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.	Average: The Borador is a commonly available dog breed.

Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador intelligence:	Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Borador is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador trainability comparison.	Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Border Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Borador dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador?	Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Borador dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Borador dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador? Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Protective Alert Intelligent Hard working Resourceful	Alert Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Outright Tempered Fearless	Active Curious Energetic Outgoing Gentle Eager Smart
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Borador dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador?	Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Borador dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador social needs comparison:	Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Borador dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Borador dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Borador 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

Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador playfulness comparison:	The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Borador is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador?	Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Borador 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 Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier 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 Borador indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Blue Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Borador dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador?	Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Borador 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.

Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Heeler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Border Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Borador 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 Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Borador has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador mouthiness comparison:	Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Borador dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador health comparison. Which is the healthier: Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador?	Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Borador 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: Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador health problems comparison:	No data available	Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Cryptorchidism Seizures Malocclusions Pulmonic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Borador should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador lifespan comparison. How long do Blue Heeler, Border Terrier and Borador breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Borador: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador?	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 Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Borador's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador coat comparison:	Dense	Rough	Short Medium
Colors What are the original Blue Heeler, Border Terrier and Borador color?	Blue Red speckled Blue speckled Blue Mottled Red Mottled	Tan Red Blue Grizzle Wheaten	Black Tan White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador? Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Borador requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador? Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Borador dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador?	Medium ⏺ The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Borador has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Borador is an average drooler. See more.

Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Blue Heeler dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Borador dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador? Which dog is more friendly?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Borador dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Borador dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Borador dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Borador dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador?	Yes Blue Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Border Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Borador dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Blue Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Borador is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Blue Heelers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Boradors are usually recommended for elderly people.

Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Blue Heeler or Border Terrier or Borador? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador?	Not really Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Borador 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.

Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador 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 Blue Heeler and Border Terrier and Borador have?	1-7 puppies	2-8 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Blue Heeler vs Border Terrier vs Borador Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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 Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc. Club Espanol De Terriers	Not recognized by any clubs.

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